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MOT Repairs in Wokingham, Twyford and the Surrounding Areas |
Professional Car Garage Services

If your vehicle has failed an MOT test or is scheduled for one, we can complete the MOT repairs needed to pass it. Our team undertakes pre-test and post-inspection repairs on cars, motorcycles and light commercial vehicles in Classes IV, V and VII. We cover private motorists, fleet operators and local industries in Wokingham, Twyford and the surrounding areas. 

We specialise in a range of car garage services, such as car and motorbike annual services, four wheel tracking alignment, and air conditioning repairs – as shown on our website gallery. Shurlock Row Garage can also undertake other repair work, MOT or mechanical, for members of the trade.

After completing repairs, we put your vehicle in for a retest where it will have a much better chance of gaining the pass certificate.

Pre-Test MOT Repairs

If you have noticed a warning light on your dashboard that could point to an issue which would lead to a test failure, or if you are aware of structural damage to your vehicle which could render it unroadworthy, we offer pre-inspection MOT repairs. Our mechanics will fix any known issues that could cause your car to fail its annual MOT inspection. 

During the pre-test process, we also perform an inspection of the car and look for other reasons why it could fail the MOT test. Subject to authorisation from the owner, we will complete these repairs so that when the car goes in for the test, it has the best possible chance of passing first time.

Post-Inspection MOT Repairs

If a car doesn’t reach roadworthiness and emission standards, it will fail the MOT test. You will be issued with a VT30 Refusal of an MOT Test Certificate. Your vehicle will need to undergo repairs to pass a re-test and get back on the road. We provide a quote for repairs based on feedback and advisories from the VT30 refusal document. 

Turnaround times at Shurlock Row Garage tend to be quick so customers can stay inside qualifying periods for a free re-test.

If we need to keep your car, motorcycle or LCV in overnight for repairs, we can provide a loan car. Alternatively, if it is more convenient for you, we can arrange to collect your vehicle and return it to you once our work is complete. We offer this service to motorists from Wokingham, Twyford and all surrounding parts of the local Berkshire area. 

Our team will remain in contact with you and will only repair any additional issues found with your permission.

The Work Involved by Our Team

According to the DVSA, one of the most common issues is fixing lights and indicators. We can clear misted plastic lenses, mend cracks in lights and replace blown bulbs. Another common reason for failing an MOT test is suspension faults. We replace shock absorbers using genuine manufacturer OEM or aftermarket components and we also replace snapped springs.

When brakes are the cause of an MOT failure, we can replace pads, discs, shoes and calipers. Likewise, we replace damaged tyres or those which have tread below the 1.6mm minimum.

Obstruction of a driver’s view is a critical concern, meaning it could cause your vehicle to fail its MOT test. For motorists in Wokingham, Twyford and the surrounding areas, we can arrange to have windscreens replaced or cracks repaired. Shurlock Row Garage can deal with your insurer if needed.

If you would like us to top up screen wash, brake fluid or lubricants ahead of a test or re-test, please ask. For added value, you can book in for inspections and MOT repairs at the same time as car and motorbike annual services.

For MOT repairs in Wokingham, Twyford and the surrounding areas, please contact us on 01344 420007.