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BMW Car MOT & Servicing

& James Harding
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Owning a BMW is all about enjoying the drive. To keep your car performing at its best, regular servicing and MOT checks are essential. They help keep everything running smoothly, catch small issues before they turn into bigger ones, and make sure your BMW stays safe and reliable on the road.

At Blackcircles.com, booking your BMW MOT or service is simple. Just pop in your car details, compare prices from local trusted garages, and choose a time that suits you. No hassle, no hidden extras, just clear options and expert care.

With a network of over 2,200 garages across the UK, you're never far from quality service you can count on. Whether it's a quick check-up or a full service, we’re here to help keep your BMW in top shape.

Does Blackcircles offer MOT & Services for BMW’s?

Yes, Blackcircles offers MOT and servicing for a wide range of BMW models. With our nationwide network of vetted garages, you’ll receive high-quality service that aligns with BMW’s high standards and expectations.


Popular BMW Models we can MOT & Service at Blackcircles

 

BMW 3 Series

BMW 1 Series

BMW 5 Series

BMW 4 Series

BMW 2 Series

BMW X3

BMW X5

BMW X1

BMW M3

BMW Z4

BMW M4

BMW i3

How to book an MOT and Service through Blackcircles?

  1. Enter your details and choose your service

    Just input your registration and postcode. We’ll show MOT and servicing options for your BMW.

  2. Compare garages, prices and the features you’re looking for

    Find the best deal from our trusted garage network with full transparency.

  3. Choose a time and date that suits you

    Flexible appointment slots are available to suit your schedule.

  4. Secure online payment

    Your booking is secured with our trusted, safe checkout system.

Combined MOT & Service for BMW

Keeping your BMW in top shape has never been easier. With Blackcircles, you can book your MOT and service in one seamless step, saving you time while making sure your car receives a thorough check all in one visit.

From brake and suspension inspections to oil changes and fluid top-ups, your chosen service. whether - Interim, Full or Major - covers everything needed to maintain performance and safety.

And with quality parts used throughout, you can expect reliable care every time.

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BMW MOT Only

Just need your annual MOT? Book an MOT-only appointment through our platform and choose from DVSA-certified test centres across the UK.

Each test includes the full legal checklist: brakes, emissions, steering, suspension, lights, and tyres. Whether you drive an i4, X1, or 5 Series, your BMW will be professionally assessed, and any required repairs clearly explained before work begins.

You can schedule your MOT up to 30 days before it’s due without affecting your renewal date.

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Full BMW Service

A full service is a comprehensive check-up that helps keep your BMW performing at its best. It covers vital areas like oil and filter changes, brake inspections, tyre checks, fluid top-ups, and more. Recommended every 12 months or 12,000 miles, it’s the ideal way to catch wear and tear early, maintain fuel efficiency, and extend the life of your vehicle. All work is carried out by trained technicians using high-quality parts that meet BMW standards, so you can drive away with confidence.

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Major BMW Service

A Major Service is recommended every 24,000 miles or two years and offers the most complete maintenance package for your BMW. In addition to everything covered in a full service, it includes additional part replacements like spark plugs, air filters, and fuel filters, depending on your vehicle.

Ideal for older cars or high-mileage drivers, this service helps safeguard against long-term wear and ensures your BMW continues to deliver the driving experience it's known for.

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Interim BMW Service

An interim service is a shorter, essential check designed to keep your BMW in good shape between full services. It’s ideal for high-mileage drivers or those who want peace of mind between annual check-ups. This service typically includes an oil and filter change, tyre and brake checks, fluid top-ups, and a general inspection of key components. It helps maintain performance and safety, making sure your car stays running smoothly until your next full service.

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Electric BMW Service

Electric BMWs like the i3, i4, or iX may have fewer moving parts than traditional engines, but they still need regular checks to stay safe and efficient. At Blackcircles.com, our partner garages offer specialist servicing for electric BMW models, covering everything from battery health and cooling systems to brakes, suspension, and tyres. Regular servicing ensures your EV runs at peak performance while protecting its long-term value. You can book your electric BMW in just a few clicks and choose from trusted local garages with EV experience.

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Hybrid BMW Service

BMW’s plug-in hybrid range—including models like the 330e, X3 xDrive30e, and 530e—requires a tailored approach to servicing. At Blackcircles.com, you can book a Full, Major or Interim hybrid service designed to maintain both the combustion engine and electric systems.

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Oil & Filter Change

Regular oil and filter changes are essential to keeping your BMW’s engine healthy, smooth, and efficient. Over time, engine oil breaks down and becomes less effective at lubricating and protecting internal components. Our oil change service includes draining the old oil, replacing the oil filter, and refilling with high-quality oil that meets BMW’s specifications. It’s a quick but important part of maintaining performance and preventing long-term engine wear.

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Other BMW Car Services Available

In addition to MOTs and routine servicing, Blackcircles.com also offers a range of other maintenance options for your BMW. From brake pad and disc replacements to battery checks, air conditioning servicing, and diagnostic scans, our partner garages are equipped to handle it all.

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Tyres for BMW

Whether you drive a sporty 3 Series or a family-friendly X5, the right tyres make all the difference to your BMW’s performance, comfort, and safety.

At Blackcircles.com, you’ll find a wide range of tyres from trusted brands, including options specifically designed for BMW models and run-flat technology. Simply enter your reg or tyre size to compare prices, read reviews, and book fitting at a local garage near you. With expert fitting and competitive prices, finding the perfect tyres for your BMW is quick and hassle-free.

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What is the difference between a Major, Full, Interim Car Service?

When choosing a car service, it’s important to understand what’s included in each type. Here's a complete breakdown of the differences between an Interim, Full, and Major service, showing exactly what checks and replacements are carried out.

Service Item Interim Full Major
Engine Area
Check for visible oil leaks ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Replace oil, oil filter & sump plug washer (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect and top up anti-freeze as required ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check condition & tension of fan / alternator ✔️ ✔️
Check condition & tension of auxiliary belts ✔️ ✔️
Check timing belt schedule & report as required ✔️ ✔️
Inspect radiator and radiator cap ✔️
Check coolant hoses ✔️
Inspect expansion bottle, tank and cap ✔️
Replace air filter ✔️ ✔️
Inspect Fuel Filter & Caps ✔️
Check fuel filter replacement schedule & report* ✔️
Electrical Components Of Vehicle
Inspect battery charge and terminals ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check spark plug schedule & report as required ✔️
Check diesel plug indicator as appropriate ✔️
Check horn operation ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect interior and exterior lights ✔️ ✔️
Inspect warning lights ✔️ ✔️
Inspect ignition leads, coils & distributor cap (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️
Steering & Suspension
Check power steering & top up reservoir as required ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check steering components for wear and corrosion ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check condition of steering rack gaiters ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect wheel bearings ✔️ ✔️
Inspect shock absorbers ✔️ ✔️
Inspect suspension ✔️ ✔️
Drive System
Inspect driveshaft, joints, gaiters and boots ✔️ ✔️
Check & top up clutch & axle oil ✔️ ✔️
Inspect clutch operation ✔️
Check transmission ✔️
Vehicle Interior / Exterior
Inspect vehicle windscreen ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check windscreen washers, wipers, & function ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Top up windscreen wash as required ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect number plate ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect mirrors (interior and exterior) ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect exhaust system & catalysts as appropriate ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Lubricate door hinges, bonnet catch & locks ✔️ ✔️
Check pollen filter schedule & report ✔️
Inspect seatbelts front & rear ✔️ ✔️
Inspect Fuel cap & fuel lines ✔️
Check tyre tread depth ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check tyre pressures ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check tyres for uneven wear ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check tyre age ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check spare tyre ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect TPMS valves (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️
Inspect TPMS warning light / sensor (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️
Brakes
Check brake pads for wear or damage ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check brake shoes for wear or damage ✔️ ✔️
Check brake discs / drums for cracks & corrosion ✔️ ✔️
Test and report brake fluid boiling point ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check brake fluid & replacement schedule & report* ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check calipers for leaks and security ✔️ ✔️
Inspect operation of wheel cylinders & report links ✔️ ✔️
Inspect brake hydraulic system ✔️ ✔️
Inspect handbrake ✔️ ✔️
Inspect ABS warning light ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Final Checks
Road Test ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Reset vehicle service light as appropriate ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Update service book (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️ ✔️

Tip: A Full Service is typically recommended every 12 months or 12,000 miles, while a Major Service is ideal every 24 months or 24,000 miles. Interim Services are great between major intervals, especially for high-mileage drivers.
 

What is the difference between a Major, Full & Interim Hybrid Car Service?

Electric and hybrid vehicles require specialist servicing to keep them performing efficiently. Below is a complete checklist showing what's included in each level of Hybrid and EV servicing.

Service Item Interim Full Major
Engine Area
Check for visible oil leaks ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Replace oil, oil filter & sump plug washer (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check inverter coolant ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check condition & tension of fan / alternator ✔️ ✔️
Check condition & tension of auxiliary belts ✔️ ✔️
Check timing belt schedule & report as required ✔️ ✔️
Inspect radiator and radiator cap ✔️
Check coolant hoses ✔️
Inspect expansion bottle, tank and cap ✔️
Replace air filter ✔️ ✔️
Inspect Fuel Filter & Caps ✔️
Check fuel filter replacement schedule & report* ✔️
Electrical Components Of Vehicle
Inspect battery charge and terminals ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check spark plug schedule & report as required ✔️
Check horn operation ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect interior and exterior lights ✔️ ✔️
Inspect warning lights ✔️ ✔️
Inspect ignition leads, coils & distributor cap (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️
EV Motor Check
Visual check of high voltage cables & connectors ✔️
Charging point & cable check ✔️
Hybrid health diagnostic ✔️
Steering & Suspension
Check power steering & top up reservoir as required ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check steering components for wear and corrosion ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check condition of steering rack gaiters ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect wheel bearings ✔️ ✔️
Inspect shock absorbers ✔️ ✔️
Inspect suspension ✔️ ✔️
Drive System
Inspect driveshaft, joints, gaiters and boots ✔️ ✔️
Check & top up clutch & axle oil ✔️ ✔️
Inspect clutch operation ✔️
Check transmission ✔️
Vehicle Interior / Exterior
Inspect vehicle windscreen ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check windscreen washers, wipers, & function ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Top up windscreen wash as required ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect number plate ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect mirrors (interior and exterior) ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect exhaust system & catalysts as appropriate ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Lubricate door hinges, bonnet catch & locks ✔️ ✔️
Check pollen filter schedule & report ✔️
Inspect seatbelts front & rear ✔️ ✔️
Inspect Fuel cap & fuel lines ✔️
Check tyre tread depth ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check tyre pressures ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check tyres for uneven wear ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check tyre age ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check spare tyre ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Inspect TPMS valves (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️
Inspect TPMS warning light / sensor (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️
Brakes
Check brake pads for wear or damage ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check brake shoes for wear or damage ✔️ ✔️
Check brake discs / drums for cracks & corrosion ✔️ ✔️
Test and report brake fluid boiling point ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check brake fluid & replacement schedule & report* ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Check calipers for leaks and security ✔️ ✔️
Inspect operation of wheel cylinders & report links ✔️ ✔️
Inspect brake hydraulic system ✔️ ✔️
Inspect handbrake ✔️ ✔️
Inspect ABS warning light ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Final Checks
Road Test ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Reset vehicle service light as appropriate ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Update service book (if applicable) ✔️ ✔️ ✔️


Electric Vehicle (EV) Service Checklist

This table shows a grouped list of what’s included in a standard EV service:

Service Item Included
Engine Area
Check inverter coolant ✔️
Electrical Components Of Vehicle
Check horn operation ✔️
Inspect interior and exterior lights ✔️
Inspect warning lights ✔️
EV Motor Check ✔️
Visual check of high volt cables & connectors ✔️
Charging point & cable check ✔️
Steering & Suspension
Check steering components for wear and corrosion ✔️
Check condition of steering rack gaiters ✔️
Inspect wheel bearings ✔️
Inspect shock absorbers ✔️
Inspect suspension ✔️
Vehicle Interior / Exterior
Inspect vehicle windscreen ✔️
Check windscreen washers, wipers, & function ✔️
Top up windscreen wash as required ✔️
Inspect number plate ✔️
Inspect mirrors (interior and exterior) ✔️
Lubricate door hinges, bonnet catch & locks ✔️
Inspect seatbelts front & rear ✔️
Check tyre tread depth ✔️
Check tyre pressures ✔️
Check tyres for uneven wear ✔️
Check tyre age ✔️
Inspect TPMS valves (if applicable) ✔️
Inspect TPMS warning light / sensor (if applicable) ✔️
Check spare tyre ✔️
Check pollen filter schedule & report ✔️
Brakes
Check brake pads for wear or damage ✔️
Check calipers for leaks and security ✔️
Check brake shoes for wear or damage ✔️
Inspect operation of wheel cylinders & report links ✔️
Check brake discs / drums for cracks & corrosion ✔️
Inspect brake hydraulic system ✔️
Inspect handbrake ✔️
Test and report brake fluid boiling point ✔️
Inspect ABS warning light ✔️
Check brake fluid & replacement schedule & report* ✔️
Final Checks
Road Test ✔️
Update service book (if applicable) ✔️

Note: Hybrid and EVs benefit from fewer moving parts than traditional engines but still require dedicated servicing to maintain battery health, regenerative braking systems, and electronics.
 

BMW MOT & Servicing FAQs

Will a service at Blackcircles protect my warranty?

No. If your BMW is still under the manufacturer’s warranty, we recommend using an official BMW service centre to ensure full compliance.

How much does a BMW service cost?

Service pricing starts from £80. The final cost depends on the service level, vehicle model, and garage location.

How much does a BMW MOT cost?

MOTs for BMW models start from £25. Final prices may vary slightly depending on the garage.

How far in advance can I book my BMW MOT?

You can book your MOT up to one month before its due date, without affecting the renewal date.

How often should my BMW be serviced?

BMW generally recommends a service every 12 months or 10,000 miles. Always check your vehicle’s service schedule or onboard system for specifics.

Can I spread the cost of my BMW MOT & Service?

Yes. You can split your booking cost using PayPal Pay in 3. Any additional work will be quoted separately by the garage.

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