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For all Aspects of MOT in Macclesfield, Use a Professional Garage

MOT in MacclesfieldDoes it really matter which MOT in Macclesfield testing centre you take your car to? VOSA requires the same standards from each testing centre and the same requirements for the tester. The only way we can be sure of that consistency is for VOSA to conduct inspections of every MOT testing centre every year at least. That’s a lot of worker hours which translates into a lot of money. It’s just not possible. So, it is conceivable that your car could pass at one testing centre but fail at another. Since an MOT is a requirement and you have to pay for it, you should expect that any roadworthy failings will be noted. If your car passes, your confidence in the safe condition of your car should be justified. Since that is not always the outcome, choose your MOT testing centre as carefully as you choose your mechanic.

We employ only experienced mechanics which is the first step to becoming a qualified tester. However, in Macclesfield, MOT testing is not our only service. We do have dedicated bays for testing and qualified testers. We operate a complete and comprehensive garage service centre that includes tyres, exhausts, brakes, air conditioning, mechanical repairs, electrical and diagnostics. Cottage Street Garage has been well established for fifty years with a reputation for integrity, professionalism and fair prices. We are Macclesfield’s leading MOT test centre.

Since the MOT in Macclesfield certification is granted if your car meets minimum safety standards, your car may pass but just barely. In such an event, you may get some of our free expert advice regarding work you may need to have done before your next MOT. While it’s true, our garage can carry out those repairs at a much lower rate than your dealer, we remain impartial. We would like you to think of us as your full service and repair garage as well as your MOT centre. However, what you do with our recommendations is totally up to you. Contact Cottage Street Garage to schedule your MOT. We can promise you a thorough and honest experience. We invite you to get a free quote from us for any service or repairs you need throughout the year.

Servicing proactively maintains your car, reducing the risk of a breakdown. Even if it is irregular, servicing can also help maintain your car’s value. It is also your responsibility to ensure that your vehicle is examined every 12 months and is issued with an MOT certificate. It is a legal requirement in the UK to have an MOT certificate issued to your car, as without one you will be unable to renew your road tax and your car may not be insured.

Assuming your car is over 3-years old, your annual MOT renewal date is the natural point to get your car serviced. However, many car owners fully service their car every year or every 12,000 miles – whichever comes earlier. If you suspect that there is a problem with your car, you should always seek expert advice at the earliest opportunity.

A Full Service is ideal for an annual maintenance programme for your car and recommended every 12,000 miles or 12 months – whichever comes sooner (although some manufacturers may recommend more regular checks). Interim Servicing is ideal for vehicles used for short, mainly urban journeys or for those who wish to service vehicles doing very high mileage more regularly. An Interim Service every 6,000 miles or 6 months helps keep your car safe and roadworthy between full services.

The short answer to this question is that you can take your car to be serviced at a main dealership! However, in doing so the likelihood is that you will pay much more compared to a local independent garage. It used to be the case that in order to maintain your vehicle manufacturers warranty, you could only take your vehicle to a main dealership for your car servicing and repair requirements. However, this was seen as anti-competitive by the European Union and a legislation change was made. This change means that you no longer have to go to the main dealer for car servicing or repairs to ensure that your manufacturer’s warranty is maintained (NB: you only have to take your car to the main dealership for “warranty related” work). As a result, you are now free to choose any quality independent garage to complete your car servicing and repair needs. Provided that your vehicle is serviced using the manufacturers schedules, repaired within the manufacturers guidelines, and with dealer quality parts, your vehicle manufacturer’s warranty will not be affected. At Cottage Street Garage, we provide the same quality service as a main dealership, but at a much more affordable price!

We work on a fixed price service scheme and no additional repair works will be undertaken without the prior consent of our customers. In some cases when a part is nearing the end of its life, it can be a matter of judgement as to whether that part should be replaced now or left a little longer. We will explain the options as clearly as we can, and you are free to seek a second opinion, but rest assured Cottage Street Garage will never complete any additional work until we have your authority to do so.

Cottage Street Garage’s oil change service is a great supplement between full or interim services, especially when preparing for a long journey or just to ensure peace of mind! Our oil change service includes changing the engine oil and filter, but we will also check other essential items such as tyres, batteries or lights, as well as essential fluids like brake or power steering fluids. However, it should be stressed that our oil change service is not a substitute for a full or interim service, and therefore does not give a service history stamp.

Opening Times
Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 5:30pm

Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm

Saturday, Sunday, and Bank Holidays: Closed

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Cottage Street Garage
Cottage Street
Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 8DZ

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