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Bedford MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
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Physical Garage
18a London Road, R&J MOTORS, Bedford, MK42 0NS
About Us
R&J Motors Bedford – Trusted Local Experts in MOT & Servicing With a wealth of experience in the motor trade, we have built a strong reputation for reliability, honesty, and quality workmanship. We proudly serve our local community, offering affordable vehicle servicing and MOT's without compromising on quality. Our qualified team is dedicated to keeping your vehicle running smoothly, whether you need a routine service, an MOT test, or minor repairs. We're known for our great value for money, transparent pricing, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
MOT£42.99
4.79 (21 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its transparent, honest approach, with many highlighting how staff take time to explain work needed and keep customers informed throughout. The pricing is frequently described as excellent value, and the team's professionalism and friendly manner are mentioned across nearly all reviews. One reviewer suggested the garage could benefit from accepting discount schemes such as the Bluelight card for NHS staff and keyworkers, though this was a single observation rather than a widespread concern.
Physical Garage
19 Shuttleworth Road, Bedford, Bedford, MK41 0EP
About Us
Auto Club Alliance has built a strong reputation for reliability, honesty, and quality workmanship. We proudly serve our local community, offering affordable vehicle servicing and MOTs without compromising on quality. Our qualified team is dedicated to keeping your vehicle running smoothly, whether you need a routine service, an MOT test, or minor repairs. We're known for our great value for money, transparent pricing, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
MOT£54.85
4.5 (8 reviews)
Physical Garage
175 Goldington Rd, Bedford, MK40 3EL
About Us
Your car. Our care. Are you sitting comfortably? Great. You can relax now. When it comes to top tyre and car care services, we’ve got your back. We’re the local friendly fitters and mechanics down the road. And we don’t just fix cars. Fixing smiles to faces comes as standard. Promotional Offer: Please note: ALL service prices shown include a 15% discount which has already been applied.
MOT£35
4.4 (48 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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The vast majority of customers are highly complimentary, praising the friendly and professional staff, clear communication, and competitive pricing, with many highlighting how efficiently their MOT or service was completed. A small number of reviewers experienced difficulties with third-party online bookings, and the garage may benefit from closer coordination with booking platforms to avoid appointment confusion. A couple of isolated concerns were raised around staff manner and the accuracy of tyre advisories, though these appear infrequent against an otherwise strong pattern of positive feedback.
Physical Garage
Woburn Road, Kempston, MK42 7QP
About Us
For the best aftersales service at the best price, visit any Glyn Hopkin dealership across London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire or Cambridgeshire. We have more than 50 modern service centres, where we employ skilled technicians and equip them with the best tools to make sure we meet the highest industry standards. Our team are confident in completing whatever maintenance your vehicle requires. You can visit us for servicing, certified MOT testing or repairs and expect the keys to your vehicle back in no time. It is our aim to make the entire aftersales process as straightforward as possible with our service, p
MOT£54.85
4.13 (14 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise the friendly, helpful reception staff and efficient service turnaround, with several highlighting clear communication about progress and the useful traffic light system for planning future work. The garage demonstrates good timekeeping, with most jobs completed promptly and within agreed budgets. One reviewer mentioned ongoing difficulties obtaining vehicle paperwork despite multiple phone calls, suggesting administrative follow-up could be more reliable.
Mobile Mechanic
Milton Keynes/Bedford & Surrounding Areas, Milton Keynes/Bedford, MK43 0BA
About Us
The UK’s number 1 breakdown provider are now providing vehicle servicing and repairs. Fully trained AA mechanics, bringing vehicle servicing to your doorstep! Multiple mobile units now covering - Cramlington, Newcastle, Sunderland, Stanley & surrounding areas. The vehicle we are servicing must be off the road on private property, and parked on a flat surface (to ensure all fluid levels we check are reading correctly) with full access around the car for us to be able to get to all 4 sides. If you keep your vehicle in a car park please ensure that you have the landowners permission for us to carry out your service. We cannot work on a public
MOT£54.85
2.88 (2 reviews)
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MOT Costs by Make
Live price ranges across our network of Bedford garages
| Vehicle Make & Model | MOT |
|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta1.0–1.5L | £35–£55 |
| Ford Fiesta1.6–2.4L | £35–£55 |
| Ford Fiesta2.5L+ | £35–£55 |
| Renault Clio1.0–1.5L | £35–£55 |
| Renault Clio1.6–2.4L | £35–£55 |
| Renault Clio2.5L+ | £35–£55 |
| Peugeot 1081.0–1.5L | £35–£55 |
| Vauxhall Corsa1.0–1.5L | £35–£55 |
| Vauxhall Corsa1.6–2.4L | £35–£55 |
| Vauxhall Corsa2.5L+ | £35–£55 |
| Volkswagen Golf1.0–1.5L | £35–£55 |
| Volkswagen Golf1.6–2.4L | £35–£55 |
| Volkswagen Golf2.5L+ | £35–£55 |
| Nissan Qashqai1.0–1.5L | £35–£55 |
| Nissan Qashqai1.6–2.4L | £35–£55 |
| Nissan Qashqai2.5L+ | £35–£55 |
| BMW X51.0–1.5L | £35–£55 |
| BMW X51.6–2.4L | £35–£55 |
| BMW X52.5L+ | £35–£55 |
| Audi A11.0–1.5L | £35–£55 |
| Audi A11.6–2.4L | £35–£55 |
| Toyota Aygo1.0–1.5L | £35–£55 |
| Toyota Aygo1.6–2.4L | £35–£55 |
| Hyundai Tucson1.6–2.4L | £35–£55 |
| Hyundai Tucson2.5L+ | £35–£55 |
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**as of 22nd January 2026
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Gold Tier Spotlight: Carsupkeep
When you’re looking for friendly, honest service that goes the extra mile in Bedford, Carsupkeep is the one for you. Whether you need a 12-month parts and labour warranty to guarantee peace of mind or vehicle collection and delivery to make life easier, it’s all available at this highly rated local garage.
We’ve awarded them Gold Tier status because of their ongoing commitment to quality, transparency and customer satisfaction, backed up by their excellent review score of 4.94* out of 5 stars from over 200 reviews* on BookMyGarage.com and their place on the IMI Professional Register.
Carsupkeep also offers:
- EV and hybrid capabilities
- Expertise in replacing timing belts
- 0% interest 4-month payment plan available (subject to status)
- Over 10 years’ mechanical experience
- Next-day availability for servicing and repair appointments
*as of 22nd January 2026.
All information correct as of 22nd January 2026.
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BookMyGarage’s Garage Tier Program is designed to help drivers identify the most reliable and high-performing garages in their area. Garages are evaluated on:
- Verified customer reviews – volume and score
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Only garages that consistently meet and maintain these high standards are awarded Tier status, ensuring drivers can book with confidence.
What Do Local Drivers Think of Carsupkeep?
"Honestly been looking for a solid mechanic for a while and I've found the guys! Truly the best" - Karl, from a verified review left on 7th December 2025
"Will take my car back in the future. Clean, friendly, decent price and work done within time and top quality" - Peter, from a verified review left on 28th October 2025
"David collected my car and brought it back for me. Everything went smoothly, great communication and a nice guy to deal with. I would definitely use them again" - Elaine, from a verified review left on 9th October 2025
“He made sure to leave my car in a better position than he found it and I would use the garage again without hesitation” – Jack, from a verified review left on 16th June 2025
All review snippets are taken from verified reviews left for Carsupkeep through BookMyGarage.com.
Each of these reviews is checked by a member of our team, validating the vehicle registration used and matching it against completed bookings, wherever possible, to ensure it has been left by a real customer of the garage.
With outstanding garages like Carsupkeep delivering high-quality service to drivers across Bedford, you choose to book your MOT with confidence when you compare prices through BookMyGarage.
MOT Pricing in Bedford
| MOT Price Category | Price |
Details |
|
Average (Standalone) |
£50.83 |
The typical cost of an MOT when booked on its own, across Bedford garages listed on our platform. |
|
Cheapest (Standalone) |
£35 |
The cheapest price offered by a Bedford garage for an MOT booked on its own. |
|
Best Deal When Combined with a Service |
£15 |
Many garages offer discounted MOTs when booked alongside a full or major service. |
All prices accurate as of 22nd January 2026.
Some of the MOT deals offered alongside full or major servicing are exclusive to BookMyGarage.com – that means you can save up to 70% by comparing deals and booking a lower-cost option.
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