# Houghton Autocare

> Independent car repair garage in Houghton on the Hill, Leicestershire, LE7 9HJ.
> DVSA-approved MOT test centre. Fixed-price servicing. All makes and models.

## About

Houghton Autocare is a family-run independent car garage based at 67 Uppingham Road, Unit 1, Houghton on the Hill, Leicestershire, LE7 9HJ. We are a DVSA-approved MOT testing station and offer a full range of car repair and maintenance services at fixed, transparent prices with no hidden costs.

We serve drivers across Houghton on the Hill, Billesdon, Thurnby, Scraptoft, Bushby, Oadby, Tugby, and the wider Leicestershire area.

## Contact

- Phone: 0116 456 2026
- Email: houghtonautocare@gmail.com
- Address: 67 Uppingham Road, Unit 1, Houghton on the Hill, Leicestershire, LE7 9HJ
- Website: https://houghtonautocare.co.uk

## Opening Hours

- Monday to Friday: 09:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 09:00 – 13:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Bank Holidays: Closed

## Services and Prices

### MOT Test
Price: £40
We are a fully DVSA-approved MOT test centre. Tests carried out by qualified testers to the official standard. Same-day re-test available if required. Free advisory report included.

### Car Servicing
- Interim Service: £100.00
- Full Service: £200.00
- Major Service: £320.00

All services use genuine or OEM-quality parts and include a full vehicle health check with written report.

### Diagnostic Test
Price: £25.00
Advanced computerised diagnostic testing to identify faults across all makes and models. We use professional-grade OBD equipment.

### Air Conditioning
- AC Re-gas (Pre-2014 vehicles, R134a gas): £65.00
- AC Re-gas (Post-2014 vehicles, R1234yf gas): £110.00
Includes full refrigerant recharge, pressure test, leak check, UV dye, and cabin cooling performance check.

### Wheel Alignment
Price: £40.00 (front wheels)
Laser-accurate alignment to protect tyre wear and improve handling.

### Brake Fluid Replacement
Price: £65.00
Full brake fluid drain and refill. Recommended every 2 years.

### Additional Services (price on request)
- Brakes and clutches
- Steering and suspension
- Welding
- Exhausts and batteries
- DPF cleaning and replacement
- AdBlue solutions
- EV and hybrid vehicle servicing
- Tyre supply and fitting

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How much does an MOT cost at Houghton Autocare?
An MOT test costs £40 — below the current government maximum of £54.85.

### Where is Houghton Autocare located?
We are at 67 Uppingham Road, Unit 1, Houghton on the Hill, Leicestershire, LE7 9HJ — directly on the A47, approximately 7 miles east of Leicester city centre.

### Can I book an MOT online?
Yes. You can book through our website at https://houghtonautocare.co.uk or call us on 0116 456 2026.

### Do you service all makes and models?
Yes. We service and repair all makes and models, including EVs and hybrid vehicles.

### How long does an MOT take?
An MOT typically takes 45–60 minutes. If repairs are needed and agreed, we can usually carry them out the same day.

### Do you offer a same-day re-test?
Yes. If your vehicle fails its MOT and we carry out the repairs, a same-day re-test is available in most cases at no extra charge.

### What is your parts and labour guarantee?
All parts and labour carried out at Houghton Autocare come with a 12-month guarantee.

### Are you VAT registered?
Yes, Houghton Autocare is VAT registered.

### Do you work on electric vehicles (EVs)?
Yes. We service and repair EVs and hybrid vehicles alongside petrol and diesel cars.

### How far are you from Oadby?
We are approximately 4 miles from Oadby, about 12 minutes via the B667 / Uppingham Road heading north-east.

### How far are you from Billesdon?
We are approximately 5 miles from Billesdon, about 12 minutes via the A47 heading west.

### How far are you from Thurnby?
We are approximately 3 miles from Thurnby, about 8 minutes via the A47 heading east toward Houghton on the Hill.

## Areas Served

- Houghton on the Hill (LE7 9HJ) — the garage is located here
- Thurnby and Stoughton
- Scraptoft
- Bushby
- Billesdon
- Oadby
- Tugby, Gaulby, and surrounding east Leicestershire villages
- Leicester (east side)