Book an MOT test
Get started by entering your number plate and postcode, then add an MOT to your basket.
Pick a date and an AA approved garage that suit you. Drop your vehicle off yourself, or in most cases a fully insured driver can collect it from you.
We handle all communication with the garage. Your payment won't be taken until the work has been completed.
We have a growing network of more than 500 AA approved garages, so it’s likely we’ll have one near you. And if you need an MOT fast, we even have next-day availability in some locations.
If you don't have time to drop your car off at the garage, use our free collect and return service. A fully insured driver will pick your car up on the morning of your appointment and drop it back to your door once the work is done.
Just enter your number plate and postcode above to begin making your booking.
Enter your registration number and postcode at the top of this page. We'll tell you when your vehicle's MOT is due and you'll be able to book at an approved garage near you.
If you need an MOT quickly, many of our garages have next-day availability. With more than 500 garages nationwide, it's likely we'll have one near you too. Check live availability by entering your number plate and postcode above.
It’s illegal to drive a vehicle without a valid MOT certificate and you can be fined up to £1,000 if you do. If your vehicle was found to have 'dangerous' defects and you continue to drive it, the fine increases to £2,500.
The only exception is you can drive your car to or from a pre-arranged MOT appointment – or to or from a pre-arranged repair appointment to have defects fixed that were identified on a previous test – as long as no 'dangerous' defects were found.
If you're thinking of purchasing a pre-owned vehicle, it's a good idea to check its MOT history for any defects and advisory notes.
You can do this on the government's MOT history page.
To get an MOT certificate, your vehicle must be registered with the DVLA, taxed and insured. Garages can now access all the documents they'll need online, so there’s no need to take any documents along with you.
If your vehicle fails its MOT, you'll need to get any 'dangerous' defects fixed and then get your car retested.
If you book through the AA, we'll carry out any essential work (at the same garage) within 10 days and do a retest free of charge. If you choose to take your car elsewhere for repairs, you can return it to us within 10 days and we’ll retest it for only £15.
If you believe your vehicle has been unfairly failed, you can appeal the decision.
