Wimborne Mot Centre

07/07/2026

🚗 We’re Hiring – Full-Time Auto Technician 🔧

We’re looking for an experienced Auto Technician to join our busy and friendly garage on a full-time basis.

What we’re looking for:
✔️ Minimum 3 years’ experience as an auto technician/mechanic
✔️ A full UK driving licence (essential)
✔️ A reliable, hardworking individual who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship
✔️ Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced workshop

What we offer:
✅ Competitive salary based on experience
✅ No weekend working – enjoy your weekends off!
✅ Early finish every Friday
✅ Friendly working environment in a busy, established garage
✅ Full-time, permanent position with opportunities to grow

If you’re an experienced technician looking for a great work-life balance while working in a busy, professional garage, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today by sending us your CV or contacting us for more information

29/06/2026

Is your car’s air conditioning not as cold as it used to be? 🥵

Your vehicle may simply need an A/C re-gas. Over time, refrigerant gas naturally escapes from the system, reducing performance and making your air conditioning work harder.

At our garage, we offer professional air conditioning servicing for both R134a and R1234yf systems, including system checks, vacuum testing, and a full re-gas to get your A/C performing at its best.

Contact us today to book your air conditioning service and stay cool all year round. ❄️😊

📞 01202 888383

11/02/2026

MOT due soon? 🚘 here’s what you can do to get prepared for it👇🏼

✅ 1. Check All Lights
• Headlights (dip & full beam)
• Brake lights
• Indicators & hazard lights
• Number plate lights
• Reverse light
Replace any blown bulbs.

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🛞 2. Check Tyres
• Minimum tread depth: 1.6 mm
• No cuts, bulges, or cracks
• Correct tyre pressure

Tip: Use a 20p coin to quickly check tread depth.

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🚗 3. Test Brakes
• Car should not pull to one side when braking.
• No unusual noises (grinding/squeaking).
• Handbrake holds the car on a hill.

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💡 4. Dashboard Warning Lights
• No engine management light.
• No ABS or airbag warning lights.
If any are on, get them checked before the test.

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👀 5. Windscreen & Wipers
• No large cracks or chips in driver’s view.
• Wipers clean properly.
• Washer fluid topped up.

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🔢 6. Number Plates
• Clean and easy to read.
• Correct font and spacing.
• Securely attached.

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🚪 7. Doors, Mirrors & Seatbelts
• All doors open from inside and outside.
• Mirrors secure and not cracked.
• Seatbelts lock and retract properly.

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🌫 8. Exhaust & Emissions
• No excessive smoke.
• No loud blowing noise from exhaust.
• If diesel: give the car a good motorway drive before the test to clear soot.

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🛠 9. Simple Clean Up
• Clean the car (inside & out).
• Remove clutter.
• Make sure boot can be accessed if needed.

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📅 Bonus Tip

Book your MOT up to 1 month before expiry to keep the same renewal date.

We provide MOT tests for classes 4 & 7, this includes light commercial vehicles. You can either leave your vehicle with us or wait in our cosy waiting area. We also provide Taxi Inspection Tests on behalf of Dorset Council.

12/01/2026

A big Thank you to those who mention us in their comments, it’s hugely appreciated! 🙌