In 'N' Out Centre (Nottingham)
In N Out, Unit 10, Lady Bay Retail Park, Meadow Lane, NOTTINGHAM, NG2 3GZ / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Saturday, 8am–5pm
Book an MOT test in Nottingham
Get an MOT at an AA approved garage in Nottingham for just £39.99
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Why book your MOT test in Nottingham 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 Nottingham
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 Nottingham
Bar Lane Motors
Bar Lane Garages, 11 Palm Street, New Basford, NOTTINGHAM, NG7 7HS / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Saturday, 8am–8am
Repair My Car Ltd
Repair My Car, Gibbons Street, Lenton Industrial Estate, NOTTINGHAM, Nottinghamshire, NG7 2SB / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5pm. Saturday, 8am–12pm
Giacone Car Care Centre
152 Beechdale Road, Bilborough, NOTTINGHAM, NG8 3EZ / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Saturday, 9am–12pm
Kam Servicing Beeston
Kam Servicing, 122 Queens Road East, Beeston, NOTTINGHAM, Nottinghamshire, NG9 2FD / Open Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm. Saturday, 8am–4pm
HiQ Tyre & Autocare Nottingham - (EAL)
Hi-Q Tyre Services, 656 Nuthall Road, NOTTINGHAM, NG8 6AQ / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Saturday, 8:30am–12:30pm
Kam Servicing Colwick
Colwick Industrial Estate, Private Road Number 7, Colwick Industrial Estate, NOTTINGHAM, ., NG4 2JW / Open Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm. Saturday, 8am–12pm
DC Tyres & Autocentre
Donington Commercial, Unit 6, Trent Lane, Trent Lane Industrial Estate, Castle Donington, DERBY, DE74 2PY / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5pm. Saturday, 8:30am–12pm
Kam Servicing (sutton)
Kam Servicing, Mohan House, Newark Road, SUTTON-IN-ASHFIELD, NG17 5JP / Open Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Saturday, 12am–12am
Carillon Services
5 Queen's Rd, LOUGHBOROUGH, Leicestershire, LE11 1HA / Open Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm. Saturday, 12am–12am
Kam Servicing (Derby)
252 Abbey St, DERBY, Derby, DE22 3SW / Open Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm. Saturday, 8am–3pm
Elite MOT Station
Unit 4e, Sinfin Commercial Park, Sinfin Lane, DERBY, DE24 9HL / Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm. Saturday, 9am–12pm
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.