The maximum fee that a garage can legally charge for a car's MOT is £54.85, with no extra VAT on top, although there are lots of cheaper options across Sunderland.
Here are nine good rates for MOTs at garages across the city with prices starting from as little as £29.99.
5. Darvin Motors
An MOT at Darvin Motors on Hay Street can start at £45. Book by phone on 0191 567 9026. Photo: Google
6. Kwik Fit
All Kwik Fit sites across Sunderland offer MOTs starting at £35. These can be booked through www.kwik-fit.com/mot. Photo: Google
7. Halfords
All Halfords sites across Sunderland offer MOTs starting at £39.99. These can be booked through www.halfords.com/mot. Photo: Google
8. Slaters Motor Group
An MOT at Slaters Motor Group on The Parade in Hendon can start at £35 if you book online through asdamotoring.co.uk. Photo: Google