SpinFix Tyres & Auto Services
SpinFix Tyres, Unit D, Bridge Park, 27 Bridge Road East, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, AL7 1JE / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–6pm. Saturday, 8:30am–5pm
Book an MOT test in Hertfordshire
Get an MOT at an AA approved garage in Hertfordshire for just £39.99
Need an MOT test but not sure where to start? Let us take care of it - just enter your number plate and postcode to get started.
Why book your MOT test in Hertfordshire 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
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 Hertfordshire
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 Hertfordshire
In 'N' Out Centre (Stevenage) 013
In N Out, Unit A1, Roebuck Retail Park London Road, STEVENAGE, SG1 1XZ / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5pm. Saturday, 9am–4pm
Hanafan Auto Care
909 Paradise, HEMEL HEMPSTEAD, Herts, HP2 4TF / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Saturday, 8:30am–12pm
Nexa Max Garages ltd
2 The Orient Centre, Greycaine Road, WATFORD, WD24 7GP / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. Saturday, 9am–3pm
GVB Motor Services
Unit 4, Fieldings Road, Cheshunt, WALTHAM CROSS, Hertfordshire, EN8 9TL / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–6pm. Saturday, 8:30am–1pm
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
Autoelite Ltd
Limited, Unit 2, 8 Colonial Way, WATFORD, Herts, WD24 4PT / Open Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm. Saturday, 12am–12am
Herts & Essex Garage Services
Rennesley Works, Anchor Lane, Wadesmill, Standon, WARE, SG12 0TE / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:45pm. Saturday, 12am–12am
AI Auto Services Ltd
Unit 5 Moat House, Horsecroft Rd, HARLOW, Essex, CM19 5BN / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–5:30pm. Saturday, 9am–1pm
Swiftfix Motors Ltd
944-946 High Rd, FINCHLEY, London, N12 9RT / Open Monday to Saturday, 8am–6:30pm
CSS Motors
C S S Motors, 148 Brooker Road, WALTHAM ABBEY, Essex, EN9 1JH / Open Monday to Friday, 8am–5:30pm. Saturday, 7am–1pm
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
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.