The maximum fee that a garage can legally charge for a car's MOT is £54.85, with no extra VAT on top.
Here are 8 pretty decent rates for MOTs at garages in and around Preston, starting from as little as £29.95 ...
. Auto car repair service center. Mechanic examining car suspension
Is your car ready for winter? Make sure your MOT is booked in if it's due before winter Photo: Viacheslav_Muzyka
. Signature Auto Care Ltd
An MOT at Signature Auto Care Ltd on Clifton Business Park, Preston New Road, Clifton, Preston, costs £29.95 when booked through asdamotoring.co.uk Photo: Google
. AutoBay
An MOT at AutoBay on Poulton Business Park, Clark Street, Poulton-le-Fylde, costs £29.95 when booked through asdamotoring.co.uk Photo: Google
5. Kwik Fit
An MOT at Kwik Fit on North Road, Frank Street, Preston, costs from £37. Telephone 01772 821228 Photo: Google
6. Halfords Autocentre
An MOT at Halfords Autocentre on Riversway Retail Park, Mariners Way, Preston, costs from £39.99. Telephone 01772 726465 Photo: nw
7. Millward's Autocare
An MOT at Millward's Autocare on Tag Lane, Ingol, Preston, costs £40 if you book online at millwardsautocare.co.uk Photo: Google
8. Clock Garage
An MOT at Clock Garage on Lyons Lane Town Centre Bypass, Chorley, costs from £40. Telephone 01257 272700 Photo: Google