Car Tech Pro Services Ltd T/A Smart MOT
Unit 2, 105 Adams Street, BIRMINGHAM, B7 4DE / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5pm. Saturday, 9am–4pm
Book an MOT test in Birmingham
Get an MOT at an AA approved garage in Birmingham for just £39.99
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Why book your MOT test in Birmingham 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)
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
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
Enter your details
Get started by entering your number plate and postcode, then add an MOT to your basket
Choose a date and garage
Pick a date and an AA approved garage that suit you.
We’ll take it from here
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 Birmingham
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 Birmingham
A Campbell Ltd T/A ER automotive
Service station, Cranford Street, SMETHWICK, B66 2RX / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. Saturday, 9pm–9pm
The Mechanic Ltd
186b Drews Lane, Ward End, BIRMINGHAM, West Mids, B8 2SL / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. Saturday, 9am–12am
Fast Fit Ltd
Home James Motor Premises, moor lane, [email protected], BIRMINGHAM, B6 7HH / Open Monday to Saturday, 9am–5pm
C W Vehicle Service Limited
C W Vehicle Services Ltd, 8-12, Riverside Drive, Stechford, BIRMINGHAM, B33 9BF / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–5:30pm. Saturday, 9am–12pm
West Midlands SAAB Specialist (WMSS)
Unit AF37 Hastingwood Ind Estate, Wood Lane, ERDINGTON, West Midlands, B24 9QR / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5pm. Saturday, 8:30am–12:30pm
Smiths Repair & MOT Ltd
Unit C42, Hastingwood Business Park, Wood Lane, ERDINGTON, B24 9QR / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–5:30pm. Saturday, 11:01am–11:01am
Helix Auto Centre Ltd t/a GT Motors
3 Lyncroft Rd, Tyseley, BIRMINGHAM, West Mids, B11 3EJ / Open Monday to Saturday, 9am–6pm
Acre MOT & Servicing
Unit 15, Wynford industrial estate, Wynford Road, Acocks green, BIRMINGHAM, B27 6JP / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Saturday, 8am–1pm
Formel D
Formel D Ltd Unit 19, Erdington Industrial Park, Chester Road, BIRMINGHAM, B24 0RD / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Saturday, 10:44am–10:44am
Max Fleet Support Car & Van Centre Ltd
Unit 20, Springfield Industrial Estate Manchester Street, OLDBURY, B69 4HH / Open Monday to Friday, 6am–5pm. Saturday, 12am–12am
Manor Motor Service Centre
Manor Garage, 1 Shenley Green, BIRMINGHAM, B29 4HH / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5pm. Saturday, 8:30am–8:30am
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.