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MOT in Stanley

MOT by General Garage

Make sure your vehicle meets all relevant UK road safety and environmental standards with a thorough and convenient MOT by General Garage.

A car requires an MOT three years after its first registration and every year after that. When you're due for your annual test our highly skilled technicians are equipped to handle every aspect of the MOT process. In fact, when you choose First Stop for your MOT in Stanley, we’ll use the latest testing technology to assess your vehicle and determine if it passes. If it doesn’t, we’ll recommend the most efficient and effective next steps to resolve any issue.

With MOT testing by General Garage, you can drive away knowing that your car meets every standard, as tested and certified by our experts.

Do you need to Book an MOT?

The purpose of an annual MOT is to check the safety, roadworthiness and exhaust emissions of the vehicles on UK roads.

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General Garage

Manager:Robert Westgarth

Established in the 1980's, General Garage is a family run business based in Annfield Plain, Stanley, County Durham. Providing MOT, servicing and repairs to all makes and models of cars and vans, petrol, diesel and electric. We offer an easy and friendly service to all of our existing and new customers. Out staff are all qualified and offer service with a smile. Free Collection and Delivery service available!

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Trusted by our customers

We're rated at 4.9 out of 5 stars by our Google review customers.

General Garage details

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South View, New Kyo,, Annfield Plain, Stanley, DH9 7HS
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Monday
08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:00
Thursday
08:00 - 17:00
Friday
08:00 - 17:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Bank Holiday opening hours may vary

Do you need to Book an MOT?

The purpose of an annual MOT is to check the safety, roadworthiness and exhaust emissions of the vehicles on UK roads.

MOT enquiry form

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Other services offered by General Garage

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Wheel Alignment

Ideally, you should have a wheel alignment check annually or every 10,000 miles to correct any deviations caused by impacts with kerbs and potholes. Shop for Wheel Alignment at General Garage in Stanley.

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Brake Inspection

Go to General Garage to have your brakes checked at least once a year (or every 12,000 miles) to ensure you are safe.

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Servicing

Servicing 1000s of cars every year in Stanley. Book your oil change, interim service or full service at General Garage to keep your car running in tip-top condition.

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Tyres

At General Garage we are specialists in Tyres and giving you a professional approach.

General Garage customer reviews

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Rob Wallis - October 10, 2025

"Honestly I can’t recommend them enough. A really friendly family run business that you can trust and you know you will end up with the best solution for your budget. They’ve even offered to lend me equipment to work on my own car but I don’t like borrowing other peoples tools."

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Jonathan Reed - August 31, 2025

"Great service from start to finish honest and frank advice feel they truly care about the customers best interest will be using them regularly"

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Tigist Tassie - June 28, 2025

"My name is Tigist,I just take my car to repair. I am so pleased with work done very reasonable price, I am over the moon. I definitely recommend, 👍the people very pleasant and friendly. I just want to say thank you for good job 🙏👍"

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Tracey Harper - June 03, 2025

"I cannot recommend this garage highly enough! They are friendly, approachable, professional and super efficient, always going the extra mile to deliver excellent customer service. They give honest, trustworthy and professional advice. They always try their very best to fit you in even at very short notice. I would never go anywhere else. A massive thank you to Rob, Ash and the whole team at General Garage!"

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tamara burns - June 03, 2025

"Had issues with my car gear box and clutch and after seeing so many good reviews about General Garage I gave them a call. From the minute Rob answered the phone, he and the rest of the lads have been so incredibly welcoming and so helpful. I’ve been to other garages in Stanley where as a young lass I felt intimidated and felt I wasn’t being taken seriously but these guys would do anything for anyone and all they care about is getting you a fair price and getting the job done properly. I will now be a returning customer, and anything my car needs I’m coming to these guys."

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Elouise Tupper - May 21, 2025

"I honestly can't recommend this garage enough! The staff consistently go above and beyond, providing exceptional service and honest advice. They've always been incredibly trustworthy, not just with me, but with my daughter too. Just be sure to book early – they're always busy for a good reason!"

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Rachel - May 02, 2025

"couldn't recommend this garage enough. they have always got my car in and repaired in record times even when it's been last minute and they have been busy. trust them completely, so much so that i still take my car there even though i no longer live in the area. good mechanics are hard to find and these are golden"

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Lauren Jones - April 29, 2025

"I can’t recommend this garage enough. Each and every person who works here goes above and beyond no matter what is wrong with my car/cars. They do everything they can to help with any issues. Will never go anywhere else! Thank you guys!!"

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louise wilson - February 12, 2025

"car was booked in Monday. Picked it back today cannot recommend this garage highly enough. Thanks so much!"

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fay simpson - November 18, 2024

"Huge thanks to rob and ash for always getting my car (kia venga) back in tip top shape after today it feels loads better already !!! Cheers guys cant thank you enough xx"