Independent MOT centre and garage, Whitby Road, Slough
The garage that explains what it finds.
MOTs, diagnostics, servicing and repairs at an AA approved garage. Reviewers say the team find the fault properly, tell you what it means and only do the work that's needed.
Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm
4.9 on Google
From 321 reviews
5.0 on BookMyGarage
From 37 reviews
AA approved
Listed by the AA as an approved garage
Mon to Sat
9am to 5pm, closed Sundays
Found properly. Explained plainly.
Across 321 reviews, Google picks out the MOT most of all, then staff described as polite, honest, informative and reliable. Each lens is sized by how many reviews mention it.
- 63MOT
- 19Polite staff
- 7Honest staff
- 5Informative staff
- 5Reliable staff
- 4Honest advice
Topics and counts as Google shows them on the listing.
- Kept informed
“They kept me informed every step of the way.”
Hussan Sarfraz, Google review - Found properly
“Accurately diagnosed the fault on my vehicle and provided a respectful price for repair.”
Otbo B, Google review - Only what's needed
“They will always only do work when it is necessary and not exaggerate an issue that is not there.”
Arif Syed, Google review
Point to the problem. We'll find out what it is.
Can't name the fault? Tap where it seems to come from, what you notice and when. You get it in garage words to read out on the phone, what's usually checked first, and a booking with it all attached.
1. Where is it?
Front at the top
Tap the car, then what you notice. Your description writes itself here, ready to read out or send.
What comes in on Whitby Road
The jobs AV Autocentre lists, from the yearly MOT to a clutch, a timing belt or a battery. Whatever it is, reviewers say they are told what was found and why.
- MOT testingThe yearly test, with anything found explained. More about MOT testing.
- Diagnostics and faultsWarning lights, noises and faults, found properly. More about diagnostics and faults.
- ServicingRegular servicing, with genuine parts. More about servicing.
- BrakesPads, discs and anything that doesn't feel right. More about brakes.
- ClutchesSlipping, juddering or hard to get into gear. More about clutches.
- ExhaustsBlows, rattles and a louder car than usual. More about exhausts.
- Timing beltsChanged when it's due, not before. More about timing belts.
- BatteriesSlow starts and flat batteries. More about batteries.

4.9 from 321 Google reviews
Read them on Google“Genuinely honest and reliable people. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a trustworthy mechanic. They have repeatedly taken care of me and my wife with respect, honesty and technical excellence. Your cars are in good hands with them!”
“Excellent service and incredibly friendly staff. They kept me informed every step of the way. Easily the best MOT centre in Slough.”
Hussan Sarfraz “Amazing service provided by the whole team, came in for diagnostics and the team provided the best service you wish for. Quick n easy First time here with my car and very worth coming again. Would recommend to everyone.”
Akshay Kumar “AV Autocentre Aqib was a very supportive guy i have seen in awhile, i came from Greenford for work and googled around for MOT, he was spot on to find the issues and also reasonable with prices. Did a very good job, recommended to all.”
Mairaj Hasan
Wait with a seat inside, or drop it off
Reviewers mention a seating area inside with a table and sofas, seats outside too, and one MOT done in 30 minutes while they waited. The entrance is wheelchair accessible. Ask about 0% finance when you book.
27a Whitby Road, Slough SL1 3DPHandy for Salt Hill, Manor Park, Cippenham, Chalvey, Farnham Royal and Burnham.
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Opening hours
| Monday | 9am to 5pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9am to 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 5pm |
| Friday | 9am to 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you bring it in
Tell us what it's doing. We'll tell you what we find.
Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Closed Sundays. 27a Whitby Road, Slough. Ask about 0% finance when you ring.
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