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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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Jemsco Car Dealers

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 2UA

Used Car Dealership MOT Centre

Closed Opens today at 9am

Shirleys Tyres

Shirleys Tyres

Southend-on-Sea · SS1 2SZ

New Car Dealership MOT Centre Servicing Centre Tyre Fitter

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

Group 1 Southend BMW

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 4XX

New Car Dealership Used Car Dealership MOT Centre Servicing Centre

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

Bridge Garage Sales and Servicing

Southend-on-Sea · SS3 9PG

MOT Centre Servicing Centre

Closed Opens today at 8am

Hamstel Auto Repairs

Hamstel Auto Repairs

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5DB

Closed Opens today at 8am

Bridge Garage Sales and Servicing

Southend-on-Sea · SS3 9PG

Closed Opens today at 8am

Cheltenham Motor Ltd

Cheltenham Motor Ltd

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5QF

Christchurch Service Station | Southend-on-Sea

Christchurch Service Station | Southend-on-Sea

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 4JS

MOT Centre Servicing Centre

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

D & G Motors

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5RH

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

Eastwood Service Station & MOT Centre Ltd

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 5HZ

MOT Centre Servicing Centre

Closed Opens today at 8am

Kent Elms Corner North

Kent Elms Corner North

Southend-on-Sea · SS0 0JA

Group 1 Southend BMW

Southend-on-Sea · SS9

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

Fairmead M.O.T Centre Ltd

Fairmead M.O.T Centre Ltd

Southend-on-Sea · SS0 9PA

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

Formula One Autocentres - Southend

Formula One Autocentres - Southend

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5FB

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

12 Cricketfield Grove

12 Cricketfield Grove

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 3EL

Group 1 Volkswagen Southend

Group 1 Volkswagen Southend

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 6XR

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

J G Motorcycles | Southend-on-Sea

J G Motorcycles | Southend-on-Sea

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5QD

Closed Opens today at 9am

John Parker Motorcycles

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 4ET

Closed Opens today at 8am

Alma Motors MOT & Service Centre

Alma Motors MOT & Service Centre

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 2AT

MOT Centre Servicing Centre

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

Mercedes-Benz of Southend

Mercedes-Benz of Southend

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 5LY

Closed Opens today at 8am

Cpm

Cpm

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 1NB

Closed Opens today at 8am

Leigh M.O.T Service And Repair Centre.

Leigh M.O.T Service And Repair Centre.

Southend-on-Sea · SS9 3NE

Closed Opens today at 9am

Auto Medics Southend

Southend-on-Sea · SS2 5DP

Closed Opens today at 8:30am

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.