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Bournemouth Diagnostic Checks: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

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Shergold Motor Vehicle Repairs

Physical Garage

J Shergold Motor Vehicle Repairs, Rear of, 21-23 Southcote Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3SH

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

Welcome to Shergold Motors in Bournemouth. We are a local, independent garage, serving Bournemouth and the surrounding area. We are a Family Garage and offer the best value for money repairs and servicing across the board in our area. We will always try and give you the cheapest price and fit the best quality parts. Modern vehicles often require specific grades of oil, and prices can vary significantly. If you know that your car uses a specialist manufacturer-recommended oil, please select this option when booking. We’ll confirm the exact price once your booking is reviewed.

Diagnostic Check£57.5

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4.79 (558 reviews)

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The vast majority of reviewers praise Shergold Motors for friendly, honest and professional service, frequently highlighting quick MOT turnarounds, clear communication and reliable workmanship. Customers repeatedly mention courteous staff, same‑day fixes, good value and technical competence (even tricky welding and complex repairs), which makes many happily return and recommend the garage. A few negatives crop up — occasional high repair quotes or perceived upselling, some paperwork/administration lapses and the odd communication hiccup about billing.

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The Forge Garage Winton Ltd

Physical Garage

35 Green Road, Winton, Bournemouth, BH9 1DX

Top Tier Garage

About Us

Forge Garage has a history of providing motorists around the Bournemouth and Poole areas with outstanding garage services for over a century, and earning a reputation for excellence and reliability. Steering the ship during the 21st century, Karl Payne has secured Forge Garage as the front-running independent in Winton, Bournemouth, with two individual branches – Green Road, and Denmark Road – along with the specialist Forge Van Centre in Poole. With an uncompromising dedication to providing customers with the very highest standards of workmanship, Forge Garage’s key principles that promote proactivity and preventative maintenance, greatly c

Diagnostic Check£105

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4.83 (194 reviews)

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Customers overwhelmingly praise The Forge Garage, with most reviews giving five stars and highlighting friendly, professional staff, clear communication and efficient, thorough work. Regularly noted strengths are convenient collection/delivery or low‑cost courtesy cars, transparent pricing and good value, plus fast turnaround and trustworthy diagnostics. A handful of isolated complaints mention online‑booking hiccups, one-off rude staff and occasional unexpected price changes or disputed MOT findings, but these are rare compared with the generally glowing feedback.

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CHARMINSTER AUTO REPAIRS

Physical Garage

135a Hankinson Road, Bournemouth, BH9 1HR

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

As well as MOT’s at Charminster Auto Repairs we offer a high quality repair service you can count on. We undertake all makes and models of cars and vans, and have a well equipped workshop which enables us to deal with anything from a new engine to a new set of windscreen wipers and just about everything in-between.

Diagnostic Check£42

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4.72 (358 reviews)

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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for friendly, honest staff and fast, reliable MOTs and repairs, with many repeat customers. Common strengths are quick turnaround, easy online booking, helpful reception, clear communication and good value (plus loan cars for peace of mind). A minority raise concerns about occasional rudeness or poor communication, unexpected or higher-than-advertised charges, refusals to carry out booked work and rare incidents of damage, and parking can be tight.

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Elite Garages Bournemouth

Physical Garage

5 Dominion Rd,, Bournemouth, BH11 8LH

About Us

Elite Garages are one of the South’s leading independent tyre, MOT and car service operators with a turnover in excess of £53 million and around 240 employees. Elite Garages is a family-run company covering the whole of the South and South East of England. The company recently celebrated 50 years in business. Elite are not owned in any way by any tyre manufacturer and therefore can offer the best unbiased, professional advice and bring value for money from top leading brands through to economy brands. We are able to meet all your tyre requirements including run flats, motor sport, track day, high performance, off road, 4×4, budget, winter a

Diagnostic Check£50

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4.67 (78 reviews)

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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, repeatedly praising friendly, polite staff, rapid and efficient MOTs/services, clear communication and good value for money. However, a noticeable minority report booking failures — missed or double bookings and being turned away — as well as occasional unexpected additional charges or steep repair quotes. Most patrons find the garage reliable and professional, but improving booking reliability and pricing transparency would address the recurring complaints.

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Dorset Car Care Ltd - Mobile Technician

Mobile Mechanic

7 Townsend close, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 9DF

About Us

Due to the amazing support and high demand, I’ve taken the big step to go full time! 🙌 This means I can now take on more customers and offer even greater flexibility with my work. 🔧 My background includes: * Renault main dealer & Renault tuning * Nissan main dealer * Volvo main dealer * German & Italian car specialist * Brake & clutch specialist …and everything in between! I don’t just stop there – I cover a wide range of aspects in the motor trade, from routine servicing and repairs to in-depth diagnostics and specialist work. Whatever your car needs, I can help. Family has always been my number one priority. I started this journey n

Diagnostic Check£60

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5 (1 reviews)

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Southbourne Motor Centre

Physical Garage

8 Dean's Rd, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH5 2DA

About Us

Southbourne Motor Centre Trusted Local Garage – Serving SOBO for Over 30 Years! Proudly independent and family-run, Southbourne Motor Centre has been a cornerstone of the local community for more than three decades. Owned by Paul Turner and expertly managed by Dan, our service manager, we’re committed to delivering honest, reliable, and great-value vehicle care. We offer a full range of garage services, including MOTs arranged, servicing, diagnostics, and repairs – all backed by a 1-year warranty on parts and labour for your peace of mind. To make life easier, we also provide a free local collection and delivery service, so you can carry

Diagnostic Check£79

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5 (20 reviews)

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MECHANIC XPRESS - MOBILE MECHANIC

Mobile Mechanic

52 KING JOHN AVE, BEAR CROSS, POOLE, BH11 9RU

About Us

Mechanic Xpress Mobile Mechanic Experts at Your Fingertips At Mechanic Xpress, we bring expert car care directly to you. No garage visits or waiting around. While we specialise in BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Volkswagen, our fully insured mobile mechanics confidently service all major makes and models using the same high quality tools and standards. Using top spec diagnostic and repair equipment, we deliver dealership level quality at your home, workplace, or wherever you are. Whether it’s a quick fix, repair, or routine maintenance, we’ve got you covered. Though we’re newly listed on BMG, our consistently high rated reviews on ClickMechanic re

Diagnostic Check£60

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4.96 (13 reviews)

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Customers rave about fast, friendly and professional mobile service, repeatedly praising clear communication, convenience (home collection/return), rapid turnarounds and good value for money. Several reviews name Vipul for efficient, honest work and transparent pricing, with MOTs and full services often completed in just a few hours. There are virtually no recurring complaints in this sample—one reviewer mentioned a job not yet finished but still spoke positively—so no consistent weaknesses emerge.

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STU'S MOBILE GARAGE - MOBILE MECHANIC

Mobile Mechanic

Unit 3, 11a Warnford road, Bournemouth, BH6 5PF

About Us

🚗🔧STU'S MOBILE GARAGE - We Fix Your Car, Wherever You Are! 🔧🚗 Tired of waiting at the Garage or being without your car for a full day? At STU'S MOBILE GARAGE , we bring high-quality auto repairs directly to your door! Our expert mobile mechanics provide fast, convenient, and reliable service that fits into your busy schedule. ✨ Services We Offer: ✔️ Brake Repairs & Maintenance ✔️ Oil Changes & Fluid Checks ✔️ Battery & Alternator Testing ✔️ Engine Diagnostics ✔️ And much more! 🌟 Why Choose Us? ✅ No need to leave your home or work ✅ Affordable, transparent pricing ✅ Expert mechanics with years of experience ✅ Friendly service with your

Diagnostic Check£60

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4.95 (10 reviews)

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Targa Florio

Physical Garage

473-475 Christchurch Road, Boscombe, Bournemouth, BH1 4AD

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TARGA FLORIO GARAGE - Driven by Passion, Trusted for Excellence At Targa Florio, we've been working hard to keep your cars running smoothly since 1980. We know that when you're driving around in the car you love, it's important to have it well-maintained. That's why we offer a wide range of services, including car servicing, MOTs, as well as repairs, bodywork, window tinting and more. Our team of highly trained mechanics and office staff will take care of all your needs, so you can focus on enjoying the road ahead. ​When you bring your vehicle to Targa Florio car garage in Boscombe Bournemouth, you know it will be in the best hands with

Diagnostic Check£45

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4.88 (33 reviews)

Reviews Summary

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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for its friendly, professional team, quick turnaround and fair, transparent pricing. Frequent highlights are convenient extras — collection/drop‑off, Saturday opening and last‑minute appointments — plus clear communication and technicians who often fix problems other garages couldn’t. One serious 1‑star review alleges an MOT/service that introduced steering and pedal issues and flagged multiple major faults, indicating a rare but significant quality/inconsistency concern.

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Wentworth MOT Centre

Physical Garage

14 Portman Crescent, Bournemouth, BH5 2HP

About Us

At our family-run garage, we believe in providing dealership-quality service without the hefty price tag. Located just a stone's throw from central Southbourne, we're your local experts for all makes and models , MOT, Service & repairs Our team of trained technicians is committed to using only high-quality oil and parts, ensuring your vehicle gets the best possible care. We pride ourselves on being an honest and transparent business, focused on building lasting relationships with our customers. Your trust is our top priority, and we go the extra mile to look after our repeat customers. Experience the difference a truly caring, local garage

Diagnostic Check£60

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4.84 (25 reviews)

Reviews Summary

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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, praising speedy, professional repairs and clear communication, with many singling out James for friendly, knowledgeable service. Frequent strengths noted include quick turnaround (often same‑day or on‑drive visits), transparent pricing, helpful updates (pictures and explanations) and reliable MOTs and repairs. Only one reviewer reported a notable weakness — a service that arrived without a checklist and missed advisories later spotted at an MOT.

What does a car diagnostic check do?

A diagnostic check is carried out on your vehicle by a mechanic, who will plug your vehicle into a specialised code reader. It can detect problems with your vehicle which may be difficult to spot manually.

The main components which are tested in a diagnostic check are the car’s:

  • electronic control units (ECUs) - these control various element of the car and its performance including engine running
  • emissions and exhaust sensors
  • braking system
  • electrical components such as central door locking
  • transmission if electronically controlled
  • ignition coils
  • throttle setting
  • fuel injectors
  • air flow and coolant

 

Why is a car diagnostic check important?

A diagnostic check is very important as it can detect a potential problem with your car, even before a breakdown. The computerised equipment scans your vehicle’s system to check for any faults, no matter how minor or major. A diagnostic test is a quick, easy and accurate way to discover any faults and will give you the chance to get them fixed before they turn into bigger and more expensive issues. When your car has a fault, this may show as a warning light on the dashboard. If the light goes out the system will store the fault code so the garage will find this when they do the diagnostic check.

What are the possible signs that your car needs a diagnostic check?

There are many different signs which will indicate that your vehicle needs a diagnostic check. Essentially, 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. Here are some of the key signs:

  • 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 problem. 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 work brake discs or pads. However, it could also indicate a problem with your suspension or steering.

 

How long do car diagnostics take?

You can expect a diagnostic check on your car to take approximately 90 minutes. You may want to allow for more time though as the mechanic who will be carrying out the check might not be available to start right away.

How much does a car diagnostic check cost?

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

Enter your vehicle registration number and post code into BookMyGarage (at the top of this page) and you can instantly compare diagnostic check pricing from all of the garages in your local area. As well as price, you can see the garages’ reviews, distance from your post code, extra services offered and availability. You don’t even have to register to get access to all of this information. When you have selected a suitable garage, you can choose a date, any optional extras (such as collection and delivery, loan car etc.) and book online.

What do you need from your garage?

You may live within walking distance of a garage which offers most of the services you need. However, by sticking with the nearest garage in Bournemouth you could be missing out on a better deal. What if a garage with a collection / drop off service or courtesy car could do the same job at a good price, without the inconvenience of losing your car for the duration of the repair? BookMyGarage allows you to search for local garages which offer this facility, and compare their prices, all in one session.