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Southampton Diagnostic Checks: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

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James Diggens Auto Services

Physical Garage

Unit H, Mereworth Industrial Estate, Shamblehurst Lane North, Hedge End, Southampton, SO32 2BY

About Us

I always had a love for anything with a engine from a very young age, I served my apprenticeship in a main dealership gaining the best diagnostic techniques available. I knew the time was right to start my own garage with my main focus of being honest about repairs and giving an explanation of the work needed. I'm very proud of every job I do and every car is worked on as if it is owned by myself. This is also reflected in saving my customers thousands of pounds from other garage quotes as there are so many repair options on today's modern cars. Our low overheads and excellent workmanship along with continued customer care makes so many peo

Diagnostic Check£85

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4.96 (125 reviews)

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Customers consistently praise James Diggens Auto Services, with nearly all reviews five‑star and describing the team as friendly, honest and reliable. Reviewers highlight clear communication, speedy turnarounds, fair pricing, convenient collection/drop‑off and thorough MOTs and repairs, often noting staff who go the extra mile. A handful mention minor advisories or follow‑up work after MOTs (typically reasonably priced), but there are no recurring service complaints.

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E&J Jarvis Ltd

Physical Garage

66 Onslow Rd, Southampton, SO14 0JN

Silver Tier Garage

About Us

We have been servicing and repairing Southampton's cars since 1947 and have a wealth of experience when it comes to keeping you on the road. From MOTs to servicing and heavy duty repair work, we take on all jobs big or small. Our expert team are able to work on every make and model of vehicle including classic cars. We're relatively new to Book my garage so make sure to check our google reviews to see how good our service is.

Diagnostic Check£75

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4.96 (199 reviews)

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Customers consistently praise the garage for friendly, professional and honest staff, clear communication and fast turnarounds for MOTs and repairs. Reviewers also highlight competitive pricing, easy online/phone booking, handy collection/delivery and complimentary car valets, leading many to become long-term, repeat customers. Negative comments are rare — a few mentions of advisories or an MOT fail were resolved quickly — so there are no persistent weaknesses reported.

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AR Autos - Bishops Waltham

Physical Garage

Unit 1 Quarry Business Park, Lower Lane, Bishops Waltham, SO32 1AS

About Us

A. R. Autos is a local independent vehicle workshop based in Bishops Waltham, Southampton. With a combined 30 years experience in franchised dealerships and reaching various professional level’s ranging from dealer expert technician to workshop controller we witnessed first hand the advantages and the pitfalls of a main dealership. Using that experience we decided to open a vehicle workshop specialising in Alfa Romeo, Abarth and Fiat vehicles that exceeds dealer standards. Our target is to provide the customer with a top level dealership service using the same equipment and procedures but with sensible and affordable prices.

Diagnostic Check£48

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4.93 (255 reviews)

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Customers consistently praise AR Autos for friendly, knowledgeable staff, clear communication and trustworthy, honest workmanship, often highlighting good value, quick turnaround and convenient collection/drop‑off. Many also note specialist expertise with Alfas/Abarths and a tidy workshop. Negative comments are rare — a handful of slightly lower ratings appear but there are no recurring complaints.

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Kinleys Garage

Physical Garage

Unit 1a Kemps Quay Industrial Park, Quayside Road, Bitterne, Southampton, SO18 1BZ

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

Looking for a trusted garage with a proven track record? Kinleys Garage is your go-to destination for expert vehicle repairs in Southampton. Established in 1985, we’ve built a strong reputation for providing outstanding service and exceptional workmanship from our convenient location on Quayside Road. Our team of highly skilled mechanics is ready to handle everything from auto electrics and MOT testing to full servicing and repairs. We specialise in fixing all types of car issues, including clutches, cam belts, engines, brakes, exhausts, air conditioning, wheel alignment, and tyres. With the latest diagnostic technology and main dealer-tr

Diagnostic Check£45

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4.93 (303 reviews)

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Customers overwhelmingly praise Kinleys Garage, repeatedly highlighting friendly, helpful staff, clear communication and quick, efficient MOTs and services. Reviewers commonly note honest, no‑pressure advice, good value for money, competitive pricing and convenient extras (pickup/delivery), which keeps many coming back and recommending them. A few isolated gripes mention a missed blue‑light discount, no on‑site electrician in one instance and the odd short delay, but these are rare against the predominantly five‑star feedback.

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Jean Pierre ltd

Physical Garage

8 Shirley Park Road, Southampton, SO16 4FP

About Us

** Prices are subject to vehicle make/model** We are a family run business offering great service and expertise. Established in 1976, we now specialise in the repair of VAG and Skoda vehicles. We also have full workshop facilities, servicing, repairs, parts and MOTs.

Diagnostic Check£75

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4.92 (129 reviews)

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Customers consistently praise Jean Pierre for friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff, clear communication, easy online booking, prompt turnaround and fair pricing, with many noting courtesy cars and same‑day repairs. The garage is regularly commended for honesty and transparency — advising only necessary work, providing estimates and building long‑term trust. Minor criticisms are uncommon but include occasional longer-than-expected wait times, an isolated billing/title error and a few customers wanting reminder notices.

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Hammerton Garage Hedge End

Physical Garage

Marls Road, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2EY

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

Hammerton Garage in Hedge End is a family run garage and has been operating since 1978 at it's site in Marls Road Hedge End. Hammerton Garage offers a comprehensive range of garage services including MOT testing from £35, routine servicing, electrical repairs, diagnostics, tyres, brakes, clutches, air conditioning, exhausts. We offer free MOT retests and offer free impartial advice where necessary. Serving Southampton, Hedge End, Botley, Bishops Waltham, Swanmore, Curdridge, Buridge, Wickham, Sedgensworth, Curbridge, Borley Green, Bursledon, Durley, Horton heath, Fair Oak, Waltham Chase and all surrounding areas.

Diagnostic Check£45

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4.91 (382 reviews)

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Customers rave about friendly, honest staff, clear communication and fast, good-value MOTs and services — many say they’ve been using Hammertons for years and would happily recommend them. A very small number of reviews record negative experiences (including a no‑show and a couple of terse one‑star comments) and there are occasional mentions of unexpected charges or delays when parts are needed.

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BCL MOT Centre

Physical Garage

Unit 1,, Crosshouse Road, Southampton, SO14 5GZ

Silver Tier Garage

About Us

B C L, is 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 Southampton and have built a reputation for delivering quality service and customer care. Technology is great, but we are a people business too, and our reputation stands on our personal service.

Diagnostic Check£50

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4.89 (426 reviews)

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Customers rave about BCL — the team is repeatedly described as friendly, honest and professional, with quick turnarounds, clear communication, easy online booking and fair pricing that keeps many people as long‑term clients. A handful of complaints note communication lapses (a delayed refund or missed follow‑up) and one isolated missed diagnosis, but these are rare compared with the many five‑star endorsements.

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Europa Car Company

Physical Garage

School Road, Lowford, Bursledon, Southampton, SO31 8BU

About Us

Europa car company is a traditional garage with all the new expertise. We have been established for 25 years from a family run business to now a friendship run business with a massive wealth of expertise and experience. We have a very large customer base and always happy to welcome new customers. We always have offers available to both new and old customers so please call us for all your vehicle needs from servicing to mots. No job is to little or to large and we look forward to welcoming you. For more help or information please do not hesitate to contact us

Diagnostic Check£59

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4.89 (191 reviews)

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Customers rave about Europa Garage — reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with repeated praise for friendly, honest staff, efficient work and clear communication. The free collect-and-deliver service, quick turnarounds and fair, transparent pricing are commonly cited reasons people return year after year. Minor criticisms focus on basic paperwork/invoices lacking service details (tyre depths/checklists), occasional delays when parts are hard to source, and the odd booking or website hiccup.

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HiQ Tyres & Autocare West End

Physical Garage

34 High Street, West End, Southampton, SO30 3DR

About Us

New Chapel Garage is a traditional servicing garage and MOT testing station based in the heart of Southampton's West End. As the village’s local go-to garage for over 30 years, you can trust our team to deliver an honest, reputable service every time

Diagnostic Check£60

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4.88 (320 reviews)

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Praise dominates the reviews: most customers describe the garage as friendly, reliable and efficient. Frequent positives include excellent communication and reminders, easy online booking, quick turnaround times, fair pricing and trustworthy, high-quality workmanship. A minority noted problems — occasional mistakes (one reviewer found an oil cap left off), unexpected extra charges or limited diagnostic capability for some faults — and a few commented that service dipped after a change of ownership.

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Badminstons (Hythe)

Physical Garage

Unit 5 Shore Road, Hythe, Southampton, SO45 6GJ

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

Welcome to Badminstons Hythe. We can assist you with all your vehicle needs including servicing and MOT as well as general car repairs. We offer class 1,2,4,5 and 7 MOT's . We are open 5 days a week at Badminstons, Hythe and can take your online bookings, repairs and quote enquiries 24/7. We're a local garage with expertise in fixing vehicles of all make and models.

Diagnostic Check£96

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4.86 (344 reviews)

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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, repeatedly praising friendly, knowledgeable staff, clear communication and fast, reliable MOTs and servicing. Common strengths are honest advice, good value for money, helpful same‑day repairs and convenient online booking with pick‑up/drop‑off options, which fosters long‑term loyalty. Minor criticisms are rare but mention occasional lapses in callbacks and that it can be a little pricier than some competitors.

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 Southampton. 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.

Driving in Southampton

Southampton has been a settlement since Roman and Saxon times, and Roman ruins still remain in a suburb called Bitterne Manor. Some remnants of the medieval wall still exist throughout the city, most notably the Bargate in the centre. Southampton has grown rapidly in the past 30 years, becoming one of the twenty largest cities in England. The two universities (Solent University and University of Southampton) give it a large student population in term time and the city boasts a variety of things to do and see.