MOT test centres in Plymouth

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Find local MOT garages in Plymouth

Using Garage.co.uk to find local MOT garages in Plymouth is incredibly beneficial. Additionally, you will have access to our wide network of garages nationwide.
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Finding MOT centres in Plymouth

Finding the best MOT centre in Plymouth can be challenging with so many options, varying prices, unpredictable availability, and a lack of centralised information. Garage.co.uk lists 102 garages in and around Plymouth, an area home to around 242,000 people and with around 147,000 licensed vehicles on the road. Compare independent and franchise garages near you and contact any of them directly by phone, message or WhatsApp to arrange car servicing, MOT testing and repairs, from an interim or major service to an oil and filter change. Garage.co.uk is a free directory: we charge no booking fee and take no commission, so you deal with your chosen garage direct.

The MOT test is vital for the safety, reliability, and longevity of your vehicle. Not having a valid MOT certificate carries serious consequences, including potential fines and insurance invalidation. In Plymouth, based on our analysis of MOT data, 5,128 vehicles had an average MOT pass rate of 38%. Based on our analysis of MOT data, vehicles aged 16 years are most likely to fail in Plymouth, with a fail rate of 74.9%.

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PL1, PL2, PL3, PL4, PL5, PL6, PL7, PL8, PL9, PL95

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How it works

Garage.co.uk lists garages across the UK so you can find one near you and deal with it directly. There are no booking fees and no commission.

  1. Search your area

    Enter a postcode or town. If you add your registration, we work out the make and show any official dealers for it first.

  2. Check the garage

    Each garage page lists its services, the makes it works on, its address and opening hours. MOT centres show their DVSA authorisation from the official register.

  3. Contact the garage

    Call the garage or visit its website to ask about prices and book. You arrange the work with the garage, not through us.

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All 102 MOT test centres in and around Plymouth

Every DVSA-approved MOT test centre we list within 5 miles of Plymouth, A to Z.Looking further afield? Browse every garage A to Z.

About garages in Plymouth

Plymouth is one of the largest cities in the South West, with a substantial driving population that keeps local garages genuinely busy year-round. The city has a wide spread of car garages, from long-established independent workshops with strong local followings to franchise and main dealer operations covering most major manufacturers. Whether you need an MOT, routine servicing, brake or tyre work, or fault diagnostics, there is no shortage of options across the city.

What can be harder is knowing which garage suits your car, your schedule and your standards. Garage.co.uk lets Plymouth drivers browse verified customer reviews, see the services each garage offers, and contact them directly to arrange work without any booking fee or commission involved. Comparing your options properly before you commit makes a real difference, and that is exactly what the directory is designed to help you do.

The Plymouth listings include 102 independent garages, so you can choose the type of garage that suits your vehicle and budget.

Garages in Plymouth: frequently asked questions

How many garages are there in Plymouth?
Garage.co.uk currently lists 102 garages in and around Plymouth, including 102 independent garages. Browse them above, check what each one offers and contact any of them directly.
How do I find a trusted garage in Plymouth?
Garage.co.uk lists independent and franchise garages in and around Plymouth, each with verified customer reviews. Compare their services and ratings above, then contact any garage directly by phone, message or WhatsApp.
Is Garage.co.uk free to use?
Yes. Garage.co.uk is a free directory. We charge no booking fee and take no commission, so you deal with your chosen Plymouth garage direct.
How do I arrange an MOT, service or repair in Plymouth?
Choose a Plymouth garage that offers what your vehicle needs, then contact it directly to arrange a date. Garage.co.uk helps you find and compare local garages; the garage carries out the work.
How do I choose the right garage in Plymouth?
Read the verified reviews, check the services each garage offers and how close it is to you, then get in touch with the ones that best suit your vehicle and budget.

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