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Book an MOT with cinch

Get an MOT at 100+ locations across the country – whether you bought your car from us or not.

Book an MOT

Faff-free MOTs

Get rid of the hassle of car maintenance with an MOT from cinch, available for all drivers.

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cinch & Marshall Motor Group

Marshall is part of our extended family. We've teamed up to offer faff-free MOTs for £39.95, whether you bought your car from us or not.

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How to book your MOT

Use our MOT booking tool to find your nearest Marshall store and choose your appointment.

Why get a cinch MOT?

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SKILLED MECHANICS

Expert staff

Our specialist technicians have decades of experience

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TRANSPARENT COSTS

Fixed prices

We offer MOTs for £39.95 with no hidden costs

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FAFF-FREE

No-jargon zone

Friendly and honest communication

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ALL WELCOME

Open to all drivers

Petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric – bought from us, or not

What does an MOT include?

Open to all cars: petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric, whether you bought it from us or not.

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A cinch MOT includes:

  • Interior checks

  • Exterior checks

  • Under the bonnet checks

  • Under the vehicle checks

  • Emissions test

For more details, read our Ts&Cs

MOTs at cinch: how they work

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STEP 1

Booking your MOT

Input your details, choose your nearest location and book your MOT test

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STEP 2

Arrival

Arrive at the centre, hand over the keys and we'll take your car to the testing bay

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STEP 3

The MOT test

During the MOT you’re welcome to wait, or go and come back. After the MOT, we’ll take payment (£39.95, inc. VAT) and give you your new certificate

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Step 4

Work required?

If your car hasn't passed its MOT, we'll discuss your options to get things fixed so it can be re-tested and passed

What can I do to help my car pass its MOT?

There are some simple things you can do in advance to get your car prepared for its MOT:

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  • Check all lights are in working order

  • Check your wipers are in good condition

  • Check your mirrors (inside and out) are free from cracks

  • Check your tyre tread using the 20p test

  • Check the horn works as it should

  • Top up your screenwash, brake fluid and oil (unless you're getting a service done at the same time - in which case, that'll be done for you)

  • Give your car a spring clean inside and out, including the number plates

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