Kick the Tyres
Kick the Tyres

MOT test centre

Downes Auto Services

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DVSA test station V106796. 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 Reading

25% of cars in RG postcodes failed their MOT in 2025, lower than the 27.3% across Great Britain. The usual reasons:

  1. 1
    Damaged tyres
  2. 2
    Headlight aim
  3. 3
    Sidelight bulbs
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How much is an MOT at Downes Auto Services?

The most any centre can charge for a car MOT is £54.85. Many charge less, so call 0118 930 3050 and ask their price, and whether the retest is free.

Does Downes Auto Services test vans?

It tests cars and vans up to 3,000 kg. It isn't approved for bigger vans (class 7, 3,000 to 3,500 kg).

Is Downes Auto Services approved by DVSA?

Yes. It is on DVSA's list of active MOT test stations, updated 30 September 2026, as station V106796.

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 Downes Auto Services.

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