Book a Volkswagen MOT
When your Volkswagen is due for its MOT, trust Mon Motors Volkswagen to carry it out, with certified testing available across our five official Volkswagen dealerships in Bath, Bristol, Gloucester, Merthyr Tydfil and Weston-super-Mare.
Book your Volkswagen MOT with Mon Motors
Book a Volkswagen MOT
At Mon Motors Volkswagen, no one knows your car better than we do. Our Volkswagen Approved Technicians carry out MOT testing at our five official dealerships in Bath, Bristol, Gloucester, Merthyr Tydfil, and Weston-super-Mare, using the latest diagnostic equipment to ensure your vehicle is assessed to the highest standards.
An MOT test is a legal requirement for all vehicles over three years old in the UK. It confirms that your Volkswagen meets essential safety and environmental standards, keeping you road-legal for the year ahead.
It’s important to remember that an MOT is not the same as a Volkswagen Service. While MOTs are mandatory annually once your vehicle is over three years old, servicing is not - but it is highly recommended. Regular servicing helps maintain your Volkswagen’s performance, efficiency, and long‑term value. If your MOT and service are due at the same time, you can conveniently book them together.
To support you with any repairs identified during your MOT, we're pleased to offer 0% APR finance, allowing you to spread the cost over up to nine monthly payments‡.
Book your Volkswagen MOT today from just £54.85 and enjoy expert care from our Approved Technicians
Preparing your Volkswagen for its MOT
How to prepare your Volkswagen for an MOT test
Once you’ve booked your MOT with Mon Motors Volkswagen, there are a few checks that you can complete before the test to give your Volkswagen the best chance of passing. These include:
- Checking there’s sufficient tread (over 1.6mm) on all tyres
- Ensuring windscreen wipers, headlamps, and signals are working
- Testing the horn and seatbelts
- Topping up oil, coolant and windscreen wiper fluid if necessary
- Checking the windscreen for any cracks or chips
- Ensuring the car is clean, especially number plates
Many MOT failures come down to minor issues that are easy to spot and fix at home. Spending a few minutes checking your vehicle could save you time and hassle later. If you notice anything that doesn’t seem right, booking a Volkswagen service beforehand is often the best approach.
Volkswagen-trained Technicians
The benefits of getting your Volkswagen MOT with Mon Motors
Choosing Mon Motors Volkswagen for your MOT means your vehicle is cared for by experienced, manufacturer-approved Technicians using the latest diagnostic equipment.
As part of your MOT, we’ll complete a complimentary video health check and send you a personalised video of any recommended work, so you can review and approve it with confidence. Where repairs are needed, we only use genuine Volkswagen parts, each backed by a two-year warranty for lasting peace of mind.
Your comfort and convenience are just as important to us. Our ‘while you wait’ appointments allow you to relax in our comfortable customer lounges, complete with complementary Wi-Fi and a selection of hot and cold refreshments. And if you need to stay on the move, courtesy cars are also available1.
Submit an online enquiry to book your MOT at any of our Volkswagen dealerships in Bath, Bristol, Gloucester, Merthyr Tydfil, and Weston-super-Mare, or simply get in touch with your nearest Mon Motors Volkswagen dealership by phone or in person.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Volkswagen MOTs
How much does a Volkswagen MOT cost?
An MOT test at Mon Motors Volkswagen costs just £54.85. When you bring your car in, our Volkswagen‑trained Technicians carry out the test using brand‑approved equipment and expert knowledge, giving you the reassurance that your car is being assessed by people who work with these models every day.
As part of your visit, we also include a complimentary vehicle health check to highlight anything that may need attention soon. Before your car is returned, it receives a wash and vacuum, leaving it clean, cared for, and ready to hit the road.
What does a Volkswagen MOT test include?
At Mon Motors, our Volkswagen approved technicians can carry out standard MOT tests — this will check various aspects of the vehicle, including the brakes, tyres, headlights, windscreen wipers and seatbelts.
At the end of the MOT test, a vehicle will either receive a pass or a fail. If the vehicle passes, it’s safe to drive away — be aware that the MOT test might highlight ‘minor’ or ‘advisory’ problems, which will need to be monitored and potentially fixed in the future.
If a vehicle fails an MOT test, the report will state the ‘major’ or ‘dangerous’ faults that led to this verdict. Very often, these will be simple repairs that can be carried out at our VW dealerships. Not only are repairs carried out by Volkswagen-approved technicians, but we also use genuine VW parts and offer a two-year warranty on these. What’s more, there are 0% finance options available if you’d like to spread the costs.
What happens if my car passes its MOT?
Once your vehicle passes its MOT, you’ll be issued with a VT20 certificate. This document acts as proof that the test was completed and that your car met the required standards on the day.
It also shows the deadline for your next MOT, which must be carried out within the following 12 months. The result is logged on the national MOT database as well, so the pass is recorded electronically for future reference.
What happens if my car fails its MOT?
During an MOT inspection, any issues found on your vehicle are classified as minor, major or dangerous. Major and dangerous defects automatically lead to an MOT failure. Minor issues won’t cause a fail, but they will be listed on your MOT certificate as advisories, and it’s up to you to keep an eye on them and arrange repairs when needed.
If your vehicle fails its MOT, you shouldn’t continue driving it. Using a car that has failed due to a dangerous defect can lead to a fine of up to £2,500, three penalty points and even a driving ban.
When a car fails because of major faults, those problems must be fixed before you can legally drive it again. You are, however, allowed to drive the vehicle to a garage for the necessary repairs. If you took the MOT early and your current certificate is still valid, you can continue driving in the meantime - but the faults still need to be repaired and the car must pass a retest to obtain a new certificate.
If the failure is due to dangerous defects, the vehicle cannot be driven at all until the issues are resolved. Once your existing MOT certificate expires, you’ll need a new pass certificate before the car is considered roadworthy or legal to use.
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Terms and conditions
1 Courtesy cars are available on request, subject to availability and insurance requirements. Full terms and conditions will be provided at the time of booking.
‡ PayLater is an unregulated credit agreement provided by Bumper International Limited. No set-up fees or interest is charged. Late payment fees will apply. Borrowing more than you can afford, paying late, or missing payments may affect your credit score and ability to borrow in the future. Finance available subject to availability and credit acceptance to UK residents aged 18 or over. Terms and conditions apply. Repayment options include 1 instalment (delay up to 40 days), Pay in 3 instalments (minimum spend £60), Pay in 6 instalments (minimum spend £500) or Pay in 9 instalments (minimum spend £1,500). Maximum spend £5,000.