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Birmingham Diagnostic Checks: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

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Birmingham Auto Centre Ltd

Physical Garage

1 B Brighton Road, Balsall Heath, Birmingham, B12 8PU

About Us

At Birmingham Auto Centre Ltd, as a long standing local Business, we pride ourselves on delivering a reliable and efficient service, from the moment you turn up, to the moment you collect your car. We specialise in servicing vehicles for local people and businesses at our site in Birmingham and have built a reputation for delivering quality service and customer care. Being in Birmingham, we at Birmingham Auto Centre Ltd are always busy, so we’re pleased to provide our online booking/pricing widget which enables you to put in your vehicle registration, and get an instant price for the service and or MOT of your car. There’s also a section i

Diagnostic Check£50

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4.82 (947 reviews)

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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, praising friendly, trustworthy staff, competitive prices and the convenient pick‑up/drop‑off service — many reviewers note quick MOTs, clear communication and a complimentary car wash. A small number flagged weaknesses: occasional late or missed communications (including driver cancellations or long waits), limited detail in advisory reports (no photos or parts/brands) and the odd unresolved specific issue.

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S&J Autos limited

Physical Garage

Unit 4, Arrow Fields Farm, Old Birmingham Road, Alverchurch, Birmingham, B48 7TQ

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

S&J AUTOS CAN PROVIDE OUR SERVICES AT YOUR HOME, WORKPLACE OR EVEN AT OUR GARAGE SITE AT A TIME AND DATE THAT SUITS YOU. For expert repairs, servicing, diagnostics, pre-purchase inspections and fleet management, right on your doorstep or at our garage site, we are the team to call. We can provide our services at your home or workplace or even our our garage site at a time that suits you. We are highly experienced mechanics and pride ourselves on providing high-quality services, including all parts. Reliability and customer satisfaction are things that we always strive towards. With many 5-star reviews across BookMyGarage, Checkatrade, Click

Diagnostic Check£75

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4.94 (368 reviews)

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Customers rave about S&J Autos — reviews are overwhelmingly five‑star, praising friendly, professional and knowledgeable mechanics. Common strengths are easy online booking and clear communication, punctual mobile/home servicing, quick turnaround, transparent pricing and good value, with technicians explaining work and often showing replaced parts. Weaknesses are rare but include an isolated no‑show and occasional lateness, though these incidents were usually followed by explanations, discounts or apologies and did not put most customers off rebooking.

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AAR Servicing and Accident Repair Group Limited

Physical Garage

Unit 67 Arden Green, Arden Road, Birmingham, B6 6AR

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

Choose our garage in Birmingham for 5* service every time RAC Approved garage. We’re the auto experts near you. When you choose our garage in Birmingham, you always receive the very best experience. We complete every MOT, car service or repair to the same standard as a main dealer and we can solve any problem that you might have. When you choose us, you receive an honest service that truly cares and always gives you the best deal. We never miss a fault, and we’ll never find one for the sake of it. That’s why we’re so well-loved by drivers in Birmingham. Make us your first-choice garage today. Book your appointment online. Free collection an

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4.94 (108 reviews)

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Customers repeatedly praise the garage for its free collection and delivery, clear communication (often with before‑and‑after photos), friendly and professional staff, and good value for money. Many highlight quick turnaround, honest advice and high‑quality workmanship, with numerous repeat bookings and recommendations. Only a few reviewers reported issues — one saying it wasn’t at the listed address and a couple mentioning the location is tricky to find — but such complaints are rare.

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FlashFit Birmingham

Physical Garage

21 Factory Road, Birmingham, B18 5JU

Silver Tier Garage

About Us

Whether you need routine car maintenance, emergency vehicle repair, or car tyres Birmingham, our experienced team is all set to cover your needs efficiently. Your car is not just a mode of transportation – it is a crucial part of your daily life. Relating to the emotions of a vehicle owner, FlashFit focuses on providing much-needed care and maintenance for every vehicle. Our extensive range of vehicular services and top-quality tyres ensures that every motorist in and around Birmingham can experience a smooth and safe driving experience. Please keep reading for a brief overview of our offerings! An Impressive Range of Top Brand Car Tyres B

Diagnostic Check£60

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4.92 (126 reviews)

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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for friendly, knowledgeable staff, fast turnaround and reasonable prices, with many valuing conveniences like Sunday opening, free collection/delivery and a comfortable waiting area. Numerous reviewers highlight professional workmanship, clear communication and good-quality parts, returning for clutch, gearbox and other repairs. A small number complain about MOT handling—alleging unnecessary failures, unclear parts choices and occasional communication lapses—so greater transparency during MOTs would reassure sceptical customers.

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Cotteridge Car Care

Physical Garage

1 Northfield Road, Cotteridge, Birmingham, B30 1JD

About Us

Established Family run business with over 30 years in the trade. We only use high quality oils such as Shell Helix and OEM manufactured filters to ensure the best for your car. We have access to Dealer technical data to ensure the best quality work, but not at Dealer prices.

Diagnostic Check£40

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4.88 (114 reviews)

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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for speedy, friendly and trustworthy service, often noting quick MOT turnarounds, clear communication and fair pricing. Reviewers frequently mention easy online booking, helpful explanations from staff, flexible short-notice appointments (early starts and Saturdays) and consistently good workmanship. Complaints are rare but include a mechanic’s limited experience with large engines, an isolated service mistake (oil/washer left open) and occasional comments that parts can be expensive.

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Smart MOT and Service Centre

Physical Garage

105 Adams Street, Nechells, Birmingham, B7 4DE

Top Tier Garage

About Us

Smart MOT & Service Centre are your local independent Bosch Service Centre garage based in Nechells. We take great pride in being able to offer our customers a fast, affordable and customer oriented service. We opened our doors back in 2015 and have gone from strength to strength over the last few years, having built up a steady loyal customer base and a good reputation in our local area. That said, however, new business is always warmly welcomed too. Class 4 , 5 & 7 Testing Centre. Highly trained staff and the latest technology. Collection and delivery in a radius of 3 miles. We carry out class 4, 5 and 7 MOT's in-house as well as all se

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4.87 (173 reviews)

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The vast majority of reviewers praise the garage for friendly, professional staff, reliable MOTs and repairs, honest competitive pricing and convenient services (easy online booking, weekend opening, collection/delivery); air‑con regas and quick turnarounds are mentioned frequently. A small number of customers report slow or delayed starts, longer-than-promised waits, occasional service unavailability (e.g. certain checks on Saturdays) and a few very negative experiences citing poor communication or rudeness.

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CW VEHICLE SERVICE

Physical Garage

8-12, Riverside Drive Off Albert Street, Stechford, Birmingham, B33 9BF

Top Tier Garage

About Us

AA & RAC approved garage - FREE COLLECTION & DELIVERY across Birmingham & Solihull We’re based in STECHFORD, just walking distance away from the Stechford Retail Park. That way, if we need to hold on to your car for a little while, we’re still around public transport networks. We’re not too far from the NEC and Birmingham Airport too, which means customers in Marston Green, Elmdon, Stechford, Sparkhill, Solihull and surrounding areas all have access to quality garage services. We provide MOT testing, servicing and repairs for all makes and models. We are AA Certified Garage RAC Approved and part of the Trusy My Garage Scheme, Book online t

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4.81 (465 reviews)

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Most customers praise the garage for clear communication and the inspection videos, with many reporting same‑day turnaround, free pick‑up/drop‑off and friendly, professional staff that keep them coming back. Commonly cited strengths are informative under‑car videos, an easy online approval system for quotes, transparent pricing and speedy, convenient service. A minority raised concerns — notably overcharging, poor tyre substitutions, occasional misdiagnoses and limited follow‑up or explanations after investigations — so it’s worth checking estimates and post‑work reports closely.

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Smiths Repair & MOT Ltd.

Physical Garage

Unit C42 Hasting Wood Business park wood lane, Erdington, Birmingham, B24 9QR

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

Smith Repair & MOT is a local independent garage in Erdington specialising in tyres, MOT testing and car repairs. Our staff pride themselves on delivering a fast and friendly service you can trust and rely on. We have tyres to fit every budget, from economy cheap tyres in Birmingham to premium ultra high performance tyres in Birmingham.

Diagnostic Check£50

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4.8 (123 reviews)

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Customers overwhelmingly praise Smiths Repair and MOT, with the majority giving five stars and describing the team as friendly, professional and trustworthy. Common strengths are fast, efficient MOTs and services, clear communication and updates, convenient free pick-up/drop-off, competitive pricing and a clean waiting area with complimentary drinks. A small number of reviewers reported issues — occasional late collections, limited garage access and a few serious complaints about poor or incomplete repairs and diagnostics.

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WMSS Ltd West Midlands Service Specialists

Physical Garage

Unit AF37,Hastingwood Ind Estate, Wood Lane, Erdington, Birmingham, B24 9QR

About Us

WMSS Our trained technicians have over 75 years combined experience working with a wide range of vehicle makes and models including Saab, BMW and Mini. We can provide genuine parts (or third party alternatives) for any make or model and use the lastest diagnostic equipment including Tech 2 and Autologic enabling us to diagnose faults for any age of vehicle

Diagnostic Check£42

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4.79 (104 reviews)

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Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with customers frequently praising friendly, professional and knowledgeable staff, fast and efficient MOTs and repairs, clear explanations, good communication, fair prices and useful extras like collection/delivery and complimentary valets — several reviewers also note specialist expertise (Saab/BMW). A small number reported problems: a few felt quoted repairs were over-priced (one described a large discrepancy on brake work), some experienced poor or unclear communication and paperwork, and a couple mentioned the site can be hard to find.

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Auto Solutions & Parts Limited

Physical Garage

231A Montgomery St, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1DT

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

Welcome to Auto Solutions & Parts Limited RAC APPROVED GARAGE Professional and reliable service for all your car needs. ENGINE REBUILDING OR RECONDITIONING SPECIALISTS SPECIALISTS IN CLUTCH REPLACEMENT AT VERY COMPETITIVE PRICES TIMING CHAIN AND TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT FOR ALMOST ALL MAKES We offer services like MOT, All types of mechanical work undertaken We offer air con re-gas both new & old types of air con gas We have new & part worn tyres available at very competitive prices with fitting & balancing

Diagnostic Check£60

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4.77 (156 reviews)

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Most reviewers are highly positive, praising the garage for honesty, friendly and professional staff, clear communication and good value for money. Common strengths mentioned include quick turnaround, punctual appointments with little or no waiting, straightforward pricing and thorough MOTs/service checks. A small number of customers report serious one‑off problems — post‑service faults, scratched alloys, oily/dirty work or rude interactions — suggesting occasional lapses in quality control.

Why Use BookMyGarage to Book Your Car Diagnostic Check in Birmingham?

We have helped over 22.9 million drivers compare and save on their MOT, servicing and repair costs at local garages. In fact, when you compare garages through our online comparison site, you can save up to 70% when you choose one of the lower-cost options!

As the UK’s leading MOT and service comparison site, we’re dedicated to helping drivers save money on their car maintenance. Here are just some of the ways we keep you in control of your diagnostic check in Birmingham:

 

24/7 Online Booking. When you need a diagnostic check in Birmingham, you want to book it as soon as possible. You don’t want to wait around for the garage to open so you can call up and get it sorted - and with BookMyGarage, you don’t have to. We allow you to make your appointment day or night, even when the garage is closed.

Clear Communication Throughout. After you make your booking, we’ll never leave you in the dark. Not only do we provide a confirmation email ourselves, but we also pass your contact details on to your chosen garage. This means they can keep in touch throughout the process. They may send you a confirmation email themselves and will contact you whenever there is a development with your diagnostic check in Birmingham. That way, you get the peace of mind you deserve.

Honest Reviews & Ratings. See what like-minded drivers have to say about every garage on our comparison site to help inform your decision. Always unfiltered and unedited for transparency.

Transparent Prices. Garages on our comparison site always set and update their own prices, so there are no nasty surprises at the end of your appointment. This price won’t change unless you agree to extra repairs directly with them.

 

Compare deals and save up to 70% on your car maintenance when you choose one of the lower-cost options through BookMyGarage. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode to compare instant prices on your car diagnostic check and book the best deal today.

 

How to Book Car Diagnostics in Birmingham

  1. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
  2. Compare deals. You can sort garages in Birmingham by whatever best suits your needs: price, distance, reviews and ratings or availability.
  3. Pick a date and time for your appointment.

 

After you book your diagnostic check, we send you a confirmation email with a summary of your booking. We also inform the garage and they may also be in touch to confirm the appointment or to ask for extra details.

You never pay for your booking until after all the work has been completed and deal with the garage directly after the initial booking process. You also have the ability to change or cancel your booking for free until the day of your appointment.

 

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A mobile mechanic comes to you, rather than the other way around. This means you can easily fit a service or repair into your schedule, so you don't have to put your day on hold. What could be more convenient than getting your car serviced from your driveway? For a flexible, transparent service with a personal touch, you can trust a mobile mechanic to make your life easier. 

 

How Much Does a Diagnostic Check Cost?

The price of a car diagnostic test can vary, depending on the garage that you visit. Each garage offers its car diagnostics for a fixed price, ranging from £30 - £100.

Enter your vehicle registration number and postcode into BookMyGarage to instantly compare prices on diagnostic checks from garages near you. This will help you book the best deal on your appointment.

 

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

When Do You Need to Book a Car Diagnostics Appointment?

There are many different signs which will indicate that your vehicle needs a diagnostic check. If you suspect that there is an issue with your car but don’t know what, you will probably want to book a diagnostic check to find out what the problem is.

Some of the problems a diagnostic check can solve include:
• Engine warning light - if the engine warning light appears on your dashboard, it’s important to take your vehicle to a garage as soon as possible as there is a wide variety of problems which the light may be flagging up.
• Strange noises – any strange noises coming from your car need to be checked out before they turn into more serious problems. Some of these sounds may include; whining from the bonnet, abnormally loud exhaust, uneven engine noise, brake squealing or gear crunching.
• Smoke - if you see smoke or steam coming from under the bonnet, your vehicle may be overheating.
• Vibrating - if you notice any vibrating or pulling under your brake, the issue may be due to worn brake discs or pads. However, it could also indicate a problem with your suspension or steering.

What Does a Diagnostic Check Include?

A diagnostic check can detect problems with your vehicle which may be difficult to spot manually. It includes a full health check of your car's engine and electrical systems. A technician will plug your vehicle into a specialised code reader and scan the ECU (Engine Control Unit) for fault codes. They will then interpret these fault codes and find the exact cause of your issue.

When you book an appointment, you get:
• A full report of your vehicle's health
• State-of-the-art diagnostic tools
• Knowledge and advice from an expert mechanic
• Print-out results to show any issues or areas of concern

The test itself will let you know if you have any issues in the following areas:
• Engine Management
• Transmission
• Ignition Coils
• Throttle
• Exhaust
• Brakes
• Oil Tank
• And other major components

How Long Do Car Diagnostics Take?

Car diagnostics take around 90 minutes to complete. Depending on the cause of your problem, the repair time may take longer. A technician will contact you once they have an accurate idea of the problem to provide a repair quote.

Why Is a Car Diagnostic Check Important?

A diagnostic check can detect a potential problem with your car, even before a breakdown. It is also a quick, easy and accurate way to understand any issue with your car. This can include a dashboard warning light or strange noise.

Identifying the problem early will give you the chance to get it fixed before it can become a more expensive repair.