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Kick the Tyres

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S & S Auto Repairs

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DVSA test station S003600. You book direct with the centre. We don’t take bookings or fees. Is this your garage?

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What fails most in Darlington

29.7% of cars in DL postcodes failed their MOT in 2025, higher than the 27.3% across Great Britain. The usual reasons:

  1. 1
    Broken coil springs
  2. 2
    Headlight aim
  3. 3
    Damaged tyres
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How much is an MOT at S & S Auto Repairs?

The most any centre can charge for a car MOT is £54.85. Many charge less, so call 01388 737629 and ask their price, and whether the retest is free.

Does S & S Auto Repairs test vans?

Yes. It tests cars and vans up to 3,000 kg, and bigger vans up to 3,500 kg (class 7).

Is S & S Auto Repairs approved by DVSA?

Yes. It is on DVSA's list of active MOT test stations, updated 30 September 2026, as station S003600.

From DVSA’s list of active MOT test stations, updated 30 September 2026. Map position from postcodes.io. Fail rates: DVSA anonymised MOT results 2025, cars, normal tests. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Kick the Tyres is not linked to DVSA or to S & S Auto Repairs.

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