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Best MOT Centres in Southend-on-Sea (2026)

Choose from 47 MOT centres in Southend-on-Sea

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Autorama Garage

Autorama Garage

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 6LL

Closed Opens today at 8am

5 reviews

Sunray Auto Repairs

Sunray Auto Repairs

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5NN

Closed Opens in 3 hours

5 reviews

Sun Motors Garage

Sun Motors Garage

Southend-on-Sea · SS1 2SF

Closed Opens today at 8am

5 reviews

Station Garage

Station Garage

Southend-on-Sea · SS1 1AB

Closed Opens today at 8am

5 reviews

Vanguard Auto Services

Vanguard Auto Services

Southend-on-Sea · SS3 9QY

Closed Opens today at 8am

5 reviews

Shoebury Vehicle Services

Shoebury Vehicle Services

Southend-on-Sea · SS3 8BY

Closed Opens today at 8am

5 reviews

Karrs

Karrs

Southend-on-Sea · SS0 7LF

Closed Opens today at 8am

5 reviews

Southend SEAT - Servicing

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 5PX

Closed Opens today at 8am

5 reviews

Dvan Auto

Dvan Auto

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5PE

Closed Opens today at 8am

5 reviews

Sue Ryder

Sue Ryder

Southend-on-Sea · SS0 9AY

Closed Opens today at 9am

5 reviews

SMD AUTOS | Southend-on-Sea

SMD AUTOS | Southend-on-Sea

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5RH

Closed Opens today at 8am

Johnsons Of Leigh

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 2AD

Closed Opens today at 9am

M J Steptoe Motor Engineers

M J Steptoe Motor Engineers

Southend-on-Sea · SS3 9DF

Martin Motor Engineers

Martin Motor Engineers

Southend-on-Sea · SS3 9BN

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

Melburn MOT Centre

Melburn MOT Centre

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5QD

Closed Opens today at 8am

Shell

Shell

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 6RL

Closed Check opening times

Probert Motors

Probert Motors

Southend-on-Sea · SS0 9HW

Closed Opens today at 8am

Progress Road MOT & Service Centre

Progress Road MOT & Service Centre

Southend-on-Sea · SS9

MOT Centre Servicing Centre

Closed Opens today at 8am

Service Garage M O T & Repair

Service Garage M O T & Repair

Southend-on-Sea · SS3 9QP

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

ABC Autos

ABC Autos

Southend-on-Sea · SS1 2PP

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

Leigh Service Station Ltd

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 2SQ

MOT Centre Servicing Centre

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

Southend Motor

Southend Motor

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5JD

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

A & R Services

A & R Services

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 6RH

West Park Motors

West Park Motors

Southend-on-Sea · SS0 9DH

New Car Dealership MOT Centre

Closed Opens today at 8am

About MOT centres in Southend-on-Sea

Fixaroo lists 47 MOT centres in Southend-on-Sea, from independent specialists to multi-site operators.

Every MOT centre in Southend-on-Sea is DVSA-approved and listed with current MOT test pricing. Whether your MOT is due this week or you're planning ahead, you can compare prices, read verified customer reviews, and book a slot online in under two minutes.

All listings are verified, regularly updated, and backed by real customer reviews. Prices shown are indicative — confirm with the garage when you book. Need help choosing? Check the FAQ below or use the service filter above the listings.

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Frequently asked questions

The maximum MOT fee set by the DVSA is £54.85 for cars. Many garages in Southend-on-Sea charge less than this. Prices vary between centres, so comparing and booking online through Fixaroo is the best way to secure a great rate.

An MOT tests your vehicle's roadworthiness. Inspectors check brakes, lights, tyres (tread depth and condition), steering and suspension, exhaust emissions, seatbelts, bodywork, windscreen visibility, and number plates. The engine's mechanical condition is not assessed.

An MOT typically takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour for a standard car. If the tester identifies advisories or minor repairs that need addressing on the day, it can take a little longer.

If your MOT expires you may only drive your car to a pre-booked MOT appointment. If your vehicle receives a 'Dangerous' defect, you must not drive it at all. A 'Major' failure means the car shouldn't be driven until repaired, while 'Minor' failures and advisories do not prevent you driving home.

You can book your MOT up to one month (minus a day) before it expires and still keep your existing anniversary date. So if your MOT expires on 31st March, you can test from 28th February without losing any days.