Not sure what's wrong? Book a diagnostic inspection in Folkestone today

Get a fair price & compare in seconds, garages and mechanics you can trust, next-day service at your door.

149000+
Customer Reviews
4.8

Up to 50% cheaper than franchise dealers

Instant fixed price quotes
(no hidden estimates)

Fully vetted & qualified mechanics

1 year parts & repairs warranty

Next day bookings at your home or office

Get your car repaired at your home or office

Expert Local Mechanics

48

Total expert diagnostic inspection mechanics operating in Folkestone

Number of Ratings

598

Total number of diagnostic inspection reviews in Folkestone

Average Rating

Average user rating for diagnostic inspection bookings in Folkestone

Top Mechanics For Diagnostic Inspections in Folkestone

119 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 20 years of experience

Here at Kent Car Solutions we offer the following: Servicing Repairs MOTS Diagnostics Recovery Body Work Smart Repairs Alloy Wheel Refurbishment Pre Sale Inspection Pre MOT Inspection Loan/Hire...

50 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 20 years of experience

Led by Mauro, a fully insured and IMI UK-approved mechanic, MB Auto Solutions brings auto repair expertise directly to you. Skip the hassle of dealerships or repair shops! We provide comprehensive on-si...

9 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 8 years of experience

I cover most work types as a mobile mechanic, happy to come to you and fix any problems to may have with your vehicle.

163 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 21 years of experience

Feb 2018-Present: Mercedes-Benz Sparshatts, Commercials, Sittingbourne, Kent - Light Commercial Vehicle / Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician. Aug 2016-Jan 2018: Geoff Fisher Transport Ltd - HGV Technician. No...

8 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Folkestone, 5 years of experience

Previously we were working in the health care sector whilst working part time repairing, servicing and recovering vehicles. Now, with our fully functioning workshop we repair, maintain and recover vehicles o...

121 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 15 years of experience

Hi, My name is Terrence I can repair all cars and vans from diagnostic to electrical repairs. I carry out, services and cambelts and water pump suspension, brakes, etc . My work is my pride and i make sur...

5 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 15 years of experience

Over 12 years experience in the motor trade, offering a fast, friendly and affordable services. All work undertaken, such as: Performance tuning - ECU tuning--Dyno tuning Servicing General repairs Elect...

293 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 27 years of experience

Our team of hard working mechanics have many years of experience in the motor industry - this means that your vehicle will be left in good hands at our garage. We have excellent facilities that have the late...

5 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 10 years of experience

We specialise on European cars BMW Audi VW Porsche Bentley Lamborghini Mercedes Range Rovers we have over 10 year expirees on car repairing and accident repairing. We work with all insurance comp...

3 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 21 years of experience

At a very young age I was always playing with cars and racing cars. At 15 I started work in a garage to which I completed my apprenticeship. After this I worked for a vehicle breakers for a little while. I t...

337 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 20 years of experience

Full range of mechanical work including full diagnostic equipment, service and repair, welding, mot prep, car delivery

126 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 12 years of experience

Vauxhall dealer 3 independent garages vw dealership vw 2years bmw and Mercedes 3

16 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 15 years of experience

Apprentice for 3 years, then went onto Jaguar Land rover, then onto other High end brands after that. Attention to detail and customer service are paramount

68 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 20 years of experience

I started my automotive repair career 15 years ago working in an independent garage. From here I then went onto work for a number of independent garages for a number of years largely specialising in MOT test...

30 Reviews

Garage serving Folkestone, 40 years of experience

emporium garage services opened in 2019 with Tony Cook at the helm who is City & guilds trained. emporium garage services is based in Sittingbourne and provides car repairs for all makes and models. For ...

Frequently asked questions about diagnostic inspections in Folkestone

Read our answers to questions about diagnostic inspection costs, symptoms and more.

What does a diagnostic check in Folkestone involve?

This very much depends on what the issue is, how frequently it occurs and also the location of the suspected problem. A mechanic will be able to go through the symptoms, evaluate the potential causes and reduce the likely culprit down enough to identify the culprit.

Once they have located the cause, if it is something that can be fixed there and then without the requirement of additional time and parts (and in most cases, this is the outcome), they will resolve it for you.

If the rectification requires parts and a return visit, the mechanic will provide you with a no obligation quite for the work and if you wish to proceed, they will arrange return visit with you.

How long does it take to do a diagnostic on a car?

A diagnostic inspection usually takes under 1 hour. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.

Do Folkestone mechanics make house calls?

Yes, a mobile mechanic can call at your house and can inspect the car and diagnose a problem. If there is a minor issue the mechanic will endeavour to carry out any small fixes in the labour time quoted initially (the price of the inspection does not include any additional parts that may be necessary to fix the problem). Should there be any bigger problems the mechanic will provide you with a quote for the work and parts necessary to repair the problem.

How much should a diagnostic check in Folkestone cost?

Cost for a diagnostic check is on average £65. Ultimately the cost of a diagnostic inspection depends on your car, location and problem on the car. Find out what you could save by having a diagnostic inspection carried out by ClickMechanic by selecting your car and location at the top of this page to get a quote

Should I use a mobile mechanic in Folkestone?

Yes, a mobile mechanic is able to help with most repair or diagnostics work on a car. A mobile mechanic carries out repairs on vehicles at a location chosen by you (provided it is safe to work at). You would have the convenience of the mechanic coming to you, instead of having the hassle of taking your vehicle to a garage. Mobile mechanics are able to carry out most repairs this way.

The mechanics on our network are able to ‘Jack-up’ your vehicle to access the vehicle from underneath. Providing there is sufficient space around the vehicle, this won't cause any problems.

What can a car diagnostic test tell me?

A car diagnostic test can tell you if there are any problems with your car's engine, transmission, exhaust system, or other major components. For example, it can reveal whether the car has any faults, such as a faulty oxygen sensor or a misfire in the engine.

Is a car diagnostic free in Folkestone?

You may find some garages advertising that a diagnostic is 'free' but there is usually a hidden fee attached to it. This is because diagnostic tools are expensive and the job takes about an hour or so to complete.

To avoid paying any "hidden" fees, you can book with ClickMechanic which will provide an upfront price for a car diagnostic inspection.

What does it mean if a warning light comes on?

Cars can have a range of warning lights on the dashboard - if it's red, it's a serious and dangerous problem and you should stop driving as soon as it is safe to do so. Yellow or orange generally means something is wrong, to be careful and get it checked as soon as possible.

The warning light symbol that illuminates will usually indicate what component is affected. A full list of warning light symbols and what they mean will be found in the owner's manual or vehicle handbook.

Can Folkestone garages offer home collection and delivery for diagnostic inspection?

Yes, many garages in Folkestone are able to offer collection and delivery for a diagnostic inspection. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a diagnostic inspection in Folkestone.

Can Folkestone mobile mechanics do diagnostic inspection at my home or office?

Yes, Folkestone mobile mechanics can do a diagnostic inspection at your home or office, provided there is a safe and sufficient space to conduct the repair or replacement. With ClickMechanic, once booked for a date and time of your choice, your booking will be offered to vetted mobile mechanics in your area.

Book a trusted mechanic today

Get an instant quote, then book a vetted mechanic to fix your car at your home or office.

  • Vetted mechanics
  • Save up to 50%
  • Fast online booking

Book repairs for hundreds of makes and faults