DVSA Approved MOT Centre, RAC Approved
DVSA Approved MOT Centre and RAC Approved garage. You book knowing we meet independent quality standards.
Reading, Berkshire. DVSA Approved MOT Centre, RAC Approved
Your Car. Our Expertise. Zero Compromise.
Pickwell Auto Centre carries out DVSA-approved Class 4 MOT tests, interim, full and major servicing, and repairs at 173 Cardiff Road, Reading. Same-day MOT slots, dealer-level diagnostics, and hybrid or EV work for Reading, Caversham, Woodley, Basingstoke and Wokingham.
5-Star Rated
5+ Years Experience
Same-Day Available
MOTs, servicing and repairs for all makes and models across Reading, Caversham, Woodley and Berkshire.
Complete Vehicle Care Under One Roof
MOT testing, servicing, diagnostics, repairs, bodywork and hybrid or EV work from one Reading workshop.
MOT Testing
DVSA-approved Class 4 MOT tests in Reading. Same-day appointments available. Clear reports, honest advice.
Learn moreCar Servicing
Interim, full and major services for all makes. Manufacturer schedules, quality parts, service history kept intact.
Learn moreDiagnostics
Dealer-level diagnostic equipment for all makes including hybrids and EVs. We find the fault before replacing parts.
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Smart repairs, dent removal, paint, re-spray and alloy refurbishment. Professional finish on every job.
Learn moreHybrid and EV
Specialist hybrid and electric vehicle servicing and diagnostics. Certified technicians, advanced equipment.
Learn moreGeneral Repairs
Clutches, exhausts, suspension, brakes, timing belts and more. Warranty on all repairs, quote before we start.
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173 Cardiff Road, Reading RG1 8HD
Why choose Pickwell
Professional Garage Services in Reading
For 5 years, Pickwell Auto Centre has been delivering dealer-quality service at independent prices. DVSA Approved MOT Centre, RAC Approved, IMI-certified technicians, and the latest diagnostic equipment.
RAC Approved
One of a select network of garages meeting the RAC's standards. Complete confidence when you book.
Honest Advice, No Pressure
We tell you what your car needs. If it can wait, we say so. If it can not, we explain why.
Transparent Pricing
Full written quote before any work starts. No hidden costs, no surprises on collection.
Warranty on Every Job
All work covered by warranty. Quality parts used throughout.
Three Steps to Getting Your Car Sorted
Book Online or Call Us
Use the booking tool for an instant price, or call 01189 507507. Monday to Saturday.
Drop Your Car With Us
Bring it to our Reading garage or arrange collection. We check it and give you a clear quote first.
We Get It Done
Same-day service available on most jobs. Wait with free WiFi or we call you when ready.
Pick It Up With Confidence
Every job is warrantied. No surprises on the bill. If it did not need fixing we will tell you.
5-Star Rated by Reading Drivers
Mark T.ReadingBooked an MOT online, done same day. Clear report, no pressure. Exactly what you want from a garage.
Claire R.CavershamBrought my car in for a diagnostic. They found the fault quickly, explained it clearly and fixed it the same day.
James H.WoodleyBeen using Pickwell for two years. Honest, reliable and the price is always what they quoted. Would not go anywhere else.
Where we serve
Serving Reading and Surrounding Areas
Pickwell Auto Centre is based in Reading, Berkshire. We look after cars for drivers from across Reading, Caversham, Tilehurst, Woodley, Earley, Theale, Basingstoke, Wokingham and Newbury.
CavershamTilehurstWoodleyEarleyThealeBasingstokeWokinghamNewbury
Frequently Asked Questions
We are at 173 Cardiff Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 8HD. Easy to reach from Caversham, Tilehurst, Woodley and central Reading.
Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm. Saturday 8:00am to 1:00pm. Closed Sunday.
We recommend booking for MOTs and servicing so we can reserve ramp time. Walk-ins are welcome when we have capacity. Call 01189 507507 for same-day checks.
Yes. We service and repair petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles. Enter your registration when you book so we can confirm parts and labour.
Yes. We are a DVSA-approved Class 4 MOT centre. Your certificate is valid nationwide.
Yes, subject to availability. Ask when you book and we will confirm if we can collect and return your vehicle.
Servicing to manufacturer schedules with quality parts should not affect a valid warranty. We stamp your service record and keep details on file.
Yes. Repairs we carry out are covered by a warranty. We explain what is included when we quote.
Visit Our Garage in Reading
173 Cardiff Road
Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8HD
01189 507507
Monday to Saturday
Mon to Fri 8am to 5:30pm, Sat 8am to 1pm
Sunday: Closed. Same-day service available on most jobs.
About Pickwell Auto Centre, Reading
Pickwell Auto Centre Ltd is a DVSA-approved MOT testing centre and RAC-approved garage located at 173 Cardiff Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8HD. The garage has been operating since 2020 and employs IMI-certified technicians with a combined experience of over 50 years. Services include Class 4 MOT testing, interim, full and major car servicing, dealer-level diagnostics, bodywork and smart repairs, hybrid and EV servicing, and general mechanical repairs including clutches, exhausts, suspension, brakes and timing belts. Pickwell Auto Centre serves drivers from Reading and surrounding areas including Caversham, Tilehurst, Woodley, Earley, Theale, Basingstoke, Wokingham and Newbury. The garage is open Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm and Saturday 8:00am to 1:00pm. Bookings can be made online at pickwellautos.uk or by calling 01189 507507.