Scimitar Motor Services Ltd
Barnet Service & Tuning Centre, Whiterose Trading Estate Margaret Road, BARNET, EN4 8DW / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Saturday, 12am–12am
Book an MOT test in Barnet
Get an MOT at an AA approved garage in Barnet for just £39.99
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Why book your MOT test in Barnet with The AA
We’ve got a UK wide network of AA approved garages, all available for you to book your MOT. No membership needed.
UK wide network of AA approved garages
We thoroughly inspect each garage before it can join our network to ensure it fully meets our quality, service and training standards. This means every garage is trustworthy and AA approved.
We’ll check and manage any MOT repairs
If any repairs are needed following your MOT we'll speak to the garage and arrange a quote. We'll get your approval before any repairs go ahead.
12 month / 12,000 mile guarantee
We provide a 12 month / 12,000 mile (whichever comes first) guarantee on parts and labour on any repairs needed following the MOT.
What is checked during an MOT
An MOT is a legally required annual inspection in the UK for most vehicles over 3 years old. It’s not a full service—it’s a safety and roadworthiness check. Here’s what actually gets looked at:
Exterior & Structure
Body condition (no excessive rust or sharp edges)
Doors, bonnet, and boot operation
Mirrors (present and secure)
Lights & Electrical
Headlights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights
Number plate lights
Dashboard warning lights (e.g. engine light, airbag light)
Number plate lights
Dashboard warning lights (e.g. engine light, airbag light)
Brakes
Brake performance and efficiency (tested on rollers)
Condition of discs, pads, and brake lines
Condition of discs, pads, and brake lines
Tyres & Wheels
Minimum tread depth (1.6mm legal limit)
Tyre condition (no cuts, bulges)
Correct tyre type and size
Tyre condition (no cuts, bulges)
Correct tyre type and size
Steering & Suspension
Steering wheel and column condition
Power steering function
Shock absorbers and suspension components
Visibility
Windscreen condition (no major cracks/chips in driver's view)
Wipers and washers working properly
Wipers and washers working properly
Exhaust & Emissions
Exhaust system condition (no leaks, secure)
Emissions test (varies for petrol vs diesel)
Emissions test (varies for petrol vs diesel)
Fuel System
No leaks
Fuel cap seals properly
Fuel cap seals properly
Interior & Safety
Seatbelts (condition and function)
Seats securely fitted
Horn works
Seats securely fitted
Horn works
Number Plate & VIN
Plates are readable and correctly formatted
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) present
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) present
How to book your MOT
Booking your MOT is easy and straight-forward
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We handle all communication with the garage. Your payment won't be taken until the work has been completed.
We also offer car servicing, diagnostics, and repair in Barnet
Whether it’s regular, scheduled maintenance or something that needs replacing or is causing an issue we have a range of options.
Car servicing
Interim, Full or Major servicing to keep your car running smoothly.
Fault Finder
We’ll diagnose the issue and explain what needs doing next.
Oil and filter change
Keep your car performing reliably with fresh oil and a new filter.
Brake disc and pad replacement
Safe, dependable braking with replacement pads and discs.
Find your nearest AA Approved garage in Barnet
Swiftfix Motors Ltd
944-946 High Rd, FINCHLEY, London, N12 9RT / Open Monday to Saturday, 8am–6:30pm
LA Motor Repairs Ltd
60 Cromwell Road, Muswell Hill, TL Motors, LONDON, London, N10 2PD / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–6pm. Saturday, 8:30am–1pm
Speedwell Autos Ltd
33 Capitol Way, EDGWARE, London, NW9 0EQ / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Saturday, 8:30am–1pm
The Automaster
Unit 9 Capital industrial Park, Capital Way, COLINDALE, London, NW9 0EQ / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Saturday, 8:30am–3pm
Alexandra auto repairs limited
Alexandra Motors, 13 Bedford Road, LONDON, N22 7AU / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. Saturday, 12am–12am
MP Automotive Service Centre
Rear of Bush Hill Parade, Bury Street West, LONDON, N9 9JS / Open Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm. Saturday, 8am–1pm
Car City Care Limited
751, North Circular Road, LONDON, NW2 7AH / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. Saturday, 9am–3pm
HQ Autocare Ltd -T/A HiQ Tyres and Autocare Enfield
Hi-Q Tyre Services, ENFIELD, EN1 1SH / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. Saturday, 9am–5pm
Baba Brother Garage
Executive House, Unit 3, Coombe Road, LONDON, NW10 0EB / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–7pm. Saturday, 9am–3pm
Queensway Auto Repairs Ltd
15c-E Queensway, Greygoose Park, ENFIELD, London, EN3 4SA / Open Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm. Saturday, 12am–12am
Auto Key Connect Ltd
10 St. Loy's Road, LONDON, N17 6UA / Open Monday to Saturday, 10am–6pm
MOT
What is an MOT?
The MOT test is an annual inspection that makes sure your vehicle meets environmental and road safety standards.
How much does an MOT cost?
The cost of an MOT test is set by the Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), and the price depends on the type of vehicle that's being checked.
What’s checked during an MOT
The MOT test confirms that your vehicle meets the environmental and road safety standards required by law.