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MOT and Service

Book your MOT and service at an AA approved garage

You can trust The AA for your car maintenance needs, whether planned or unplanned.

Why book your MOT and car service through The AA?

An extra layer of reassurance for your routine vehicle maintenance.

Quality garages we’ve inspected

We audit each garage every year to ensure it meets our quality, service and training standards.

Guaranteed parts and labour

We guarantee all parts and labour for 12 months or 12,000 miles.⁴

Nationwide locations across the UK

Our network is made up of AA approved garages across the UK, and our AA Autocentre in Kent.

Transparent, upfront pricing

Upfront pricing, and flexible payments available, including a 0% interest option.²

Which service do you need?

Your price depends on your car, location and the service you choose. Simply enter your details above to get a quote.

Interim Service

from

£146*

A 39 point inspection recommended between full or major services for vehicles that cover over 2,000 per month.

  • 39 point inspection

  • Engine oil and oil filter

  • Air filter

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Full service

from

£197*

A 42 point inspection. We recommend getting a full service after a year, or 12,000 miles, whichever comes sooner.

  • 42 point inspection

  • Engine oil and oil filter

  • Air filter

  • Brake fluid top-up

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Major service

from

£235*

A 45 point inspection. We recommend a major service every 24 months, or every 24,000 miles, whichever comes first.

  • 45 point inspection

  • Oil change

  • Oil filter

  • Fuel filter change (if diesel engine)

  • Pollen filter change

  • Brake fluid condition check

  • Fuel filter change (if diesel engine)

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At least 10% of UK AA Approved Garage customers paid this price or less between 24 June 2026 and 23 September 2026*

What is checked during an MOT and service?

There are three service levels, as laid out above. When you book an MOT and service in the same appointment, the MOT will check factors in these ten categories:

  • Exterior and structure
  • Lights and electrical
  • Brake pads and brake discs
  • Tyres and wheels
  • Steering and suspension
  • Visibility
  • Exhaust and emissions
  • Fuel system
  • Interior and safety
  • Number plate and vehicle identification number (VIN)

What do I need to bring for my MOT?

Garages can now access your documentation online so there’s generally no need to bring any paperwork.

However, if the car’s previous MOT has expired, make sure you have evidence that your MOT appointment is booked in as you drive the car to the garage.

  • Bring your alloy wheel keys or locking nuts
  • Bring your service book
  • Make sure your boot is empty

How to book

Step 1

Enter your details

Enter your number plate and postcode, then add MOT and Service to your basket.
Step 2

Choose a date and garage

Select a date and AA Approved Garage that works for you.
Step 3

We handle the rest

We’ll handle all communication with the garage. Your payment will be taken when the work is completed.
Book now

Choose how to get your car checked

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Get your MOT and service done together

Book your MOT and service at an AA-approved garage and get both sorted in one convenient appointment.

  • AA-approved standards
  • Upfront pricing, and flexible payments available
  • Nationwide locations
  • Manufacturer-level parts, which are guaranteed⁴
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Just a service? We can come to you

Our mobile mechanics can perform services, diagnostics and repairs at your home or work. You just need a suitable space where we can move safely around the car.³

  • Choose a date and arrival slot to suit you
  • Same quality of equipment as the garage
  • Upfront pricing, and flexible payments available
  • Manufacturer-level parts, which are guaranteed⁴
Explore car servicing

You can check your vehicle's MOT expiry date online using the GOV.UK MOT status checker. Simply enter your vehicle registration number to see when the current MOT expires and whether the vehicle has a valid certificate.

We offer MOT availability 48 hours from time of booking, depending on local availability. It's best to book as early as possible to secure a convenient time.

In most cases, no. It is illegal to drive a vehicle without a valid MOT certificate if one is required. The main exception is driving directly to a pre-booked MOT test appointment. The vehicle must still be roadworthy and insured.

You can view a vehicle's MOT history online through the GOV.UK MOT history service. Enter the registration number to see previous test dates, pass and fail results, mileage records, and any advisories or defects recorded during past tests.

You can have your vehicle tested up to one month (minus one day) before its current MOT expires and keep the same renewal date. You can also book further in advance if your chosen test centre allows it.

Usually, no documents are required if the vehicle's registration can be verified electronically.

If your vehicle fails its MOT, you'll receive details of the reasons for failure. The necessary repairs must be completed before the vehicle can pass a retest. Depending on the defects identified, you may not be allowed to drive the vehicle until the issues have been fixed.

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An extra layer of reassurance for your routine vehicle maintenance.
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Car servicing at your door

Our mobile mechanics can service your car at your home or work
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Servicing, diagnostics and repairs with minimum effort from you
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Car diagnostics at your door

Our mobile mechanics can diagnose the issue and explain what needs doing next
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The AA Approved Garage service is not included as part of AA breakdown cover membership. If you are a member in a breakdown or accident please use the AA app, or you can get help online.

2 0% interest instalment option details: Payment will be split into 4 equal instalments, with the first 25% payable on a debit card. Using this service will mean taking out a credit agreement with Payment Assist. Payment Assist can refuse credit, but the application process is immediate online, with no footprint left on the customers credit record. If the subsequent payments aren’t made on time, Payment Assist do reserve the right to charge a late payment fee.

4 We guarantee all parts and work for 12 months/12,000 miles, whichever comes first.

AA Approved Garaging Network are subject to terms and conditions and this privacy policy.

Promotional Terms and Conditions

AA members may be eligible for exclusive discounts on selected servicing, maintenance and repair products. Member offers can be redeemed via offer links in emails or through eligible AA member benefit journeys.

Offers are subject to eligibility and availability, cannot be used with any other promotional offer or discount, and may be changed or withdrawn at any time.

20% off service offer for AA Breakdown Members

The 20% off offer is available to AA members on qualifying services (major, full or interim) booked by 31 October 2026. It can be redeemed via eligible AA member benefit journeys. The offer is subject to availability, cannot be used with any other promotional offer or discount and cannot be claimed retrospectively. We may withdraw or change the terms and conditions, the benefit itself, or any part of it, at any time without notice.

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