Edinburgh MOT & Service

Keeping your car in top condition is essential for safety and ongoing use. 

In 2025 Blackcircles.com launched our new standalone MOT and/or servicing options.

Which has made booking your MOT or service in the Edinburgh area easier than ever.

Whether you are in the prestigious city centre, vibrant Leith, sophisticated Morningside, or any other of the many parts of the Scottish capital, you can rest assured that a trusted partner on our network is within easy reach. Quality car servicing is never far away. 

If you drive a petrol, diesel, hybrid, or electric car, we work with a range of qualified technicians nearby who are ready to help you.

Why Choose Blackcircles for MOT & Servicing?

• Convenience. Find garages close to home or work, with flexible appointment times
• Choice. Compare prices, reviews, and services before booking
• Expertise. Partner garages use high-quality parts and follow manufacturer-approved processes
• Coverage. Over 2,200 garages across the UK, with dozens in the Edinburgh area

Edinburgh MOT

If your car is over three years old, it is required by law to undergo and pass an annual MOT – to keep it road legal.

Our Edinburgh MOT centres are DVSA-approved and will check vital systems. These include, but are not limited to, the folowing:

• Brakes and steering
• Tyres and wheels
• Lights and indicators
• Exhaust emissions (where applicable)

Did you know: you can book your MOT up to 30 days before it’s due without affecting your renewal date.

Servicing Options in Edinburgh

We offer a range of service types to suit every vehicle and driver:

Major Service

Recommended every two years or 24,000 miles. Includes:

• Full system checks
• Spark plug, fuel & air filter replacements
• Brake, suspension & cooling system inspections
• Hybrid and EV system diagnostics (where applicable)

Ideal for high-mileage drivers or those wanting a thorough vehicle health check.

Full Service

Recommended annually (or every 12,000 miles). Covers:

• Oil & filter change
• Brake and tyre inspections
• Fluid top-ups
• Suspension and safety checks

Helps maintain performance, fuel efficiency, and reliability.

Interim Service

Perfect between full services, especially for high-mileage drivers. Includes:

• Engine oil & filter change
• Brake checks
• Tyre and fluid inspections
• General safety review

Hybrid & Electric Car Servicing in Edinburgh

Our partner garages provide specialist EV and hybrid servicing, covering:

• High-voltage battery checks
• Regenerative brake inspection
• Cooling system maintenance
• Oil and filter changes (for hybrids)

Tyres in Edinburgh

Not to worry though, we still also provide customers with a best-in-class tyre buying experience too. You can find the right tyres for your vehicle and get them fitted locally. 

Use Blackcircles.com to compare prices, check what other customers have said about the tyres, and then book a tyre fitting appointment at a time that suits you.

Popular Areas We Serve in Edinburgh

If you’re in or around any of these areas, you’re likely within 15 miles of a Blackcircles.com partner garage that is able to carry out your MOT or service. 

With locations across Edinburgh and nearby, expert care is always close by.

• Edinburgh City Centre
• Leith
• Stockbridge
• Corstorphine
• Morningside
• New Town / Old Town
• Portobello

Book an MOT or Service in Edinburgh

Booking an MOT or a car service with Blackcircles.com is easy and convenient. 

Simply follow these steps:

1. Enter your registration & postcode - to see available MOT & service options nearby.
2. Select your date & time - Many offer early morning, evening, or weekend slots.
3. Book securely online - Pay in advance with confidence, or use PayPal Pay in 3 to spread the cost.