Finding a reasonably priced MOT is a task most drivers go through every year, so those in Colchester may be curious to see where the cheapest MOT centre is near them.

In January the Department for Transport launched a public consultation on the future of MOTs, seeking views on proposals to change the date at which the first MOT for new light vehicles is required from three years to four years.

The Government said the average MOT costs £40, and the proposed move could save drivers across the country about £100million a year in fees.

But if you’re finding yourself needing an MOT now, you can find the cheapest MOT prices in Colchester by using the Book My Garage comparison site.

Here’s a list of some of the places you can get the cheapest MOT in and around Colchester.

The Book My Garage comparison site collates the cost of MOTs at several garages across the city and the prices are updated regularly.

Cheapest places to get an MOT in Colchester

Here are the cheapest places to get your MOT in the Colchester area according to Book My Garage.

These prices are accurate at the time of writing and could vary depending on vehicle type and if they are booked in conjunction with any other services.

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HiQ Tyres and Autocare, Barrack Street, Colchester - £35

Open between 8.30am and 6pm Monday to Friday.

The Pit Stop, Colchester Road, Great Bentley - £35

Open between 7am and 5pm Monday to Friday and between 7am and noon on Saturdays.

Formula One Autocentre, North Station Road, Colchester - £36

Open between 8.30am and 6pm Monday to Friday, between 8.30am and 5pm on Saturdays, and between 10am and 4pm on Sundays.

DNA Auto Essex, Weeley Road, Great Bentley - £40

Open between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday.

Halfway Garage, Colchester Road, Weeley - £40

Open between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday and between 8am and 1pm on Saturdays.

All Van Truck Rentals Workshop, Station Road, Earls Colne - £45

Open between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday and between 9am and noon on Saturdays.

BKT Motor Services, London Road, Stanway - £45

Open between 8am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

East Hill Garage, East Hill, Colchester - £45

Open between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

Essex Vehicle Inspections, Davey Close, Colchester - £45

Open between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday and between 9am and noon on Saturdays.

Vernon Haddock Cars, Fox Street, Ardleigh - £45

Open between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday and between 9am and noon on Saturdays.

Great Horkseley Garage, The Causeway, Great Horkesley - £49.99

Open between 8am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

MOT Services Halstead, Broton Drive, Halstead - £50

Open between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday and between 9am and 1am on Saturdays.

All Trans Autos, Moss Road, Stanway - £54.85

Open between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday and between 9am and noon on Saturdays.

Colchester Tyre Centre, Spurgeon Street, Hythe - £54.85

Open between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday and between 9am and noon on Saturdays.

Where can I get an MOT in Colchester on Saturdays and Sundays?

According to Book My Garage, the following MOT centres are open on Saturdays:

  • The Pit Stop
  • Formula One Autocentre
  • Halfway Garage
  • All Van Truck Rentals Workshop
  • Essex Vehicle Inspections
  • Vernon Haddock Cars
  • MOT Services Halstead
  • All Trans Autos
  • Colchester Tyre Centre

Formula One Autocentre is the only MOT centre in Colchester listed on Book My Garage with Sunday opening hours.