01234 339804
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Mon to Fri - 8:00 to 18:00
Sat - 8:00 to 16:00
Sun - Closed
01234 339804
Mon to Fri - 8:00 to 18:00
Sat - 8:00 to 16:00
Sun - Closed
If you live in Wixams and need a garage you can rely on, UK Truck & Plant Group is your nearest DVSA-approved, IRTE-accredited workshop just 2 miles from the development, around 5–7 minutes via the A6. We serve Wixams residents with everything from routine car servicing and same-day MOT testing to full HGV repairs and 24/7 breakdown recovery, all from one fully equipped workshop on Ampthill Road, Bedford.
Wixams is one of Bedfordshire’s largest and most ambitious new-build developments, spanning the MK42 6 postcode on the southern edge of Bedford Borough. Originally planned as a new town, Wixams has grown steadily into a significant residential community — with thousands of homes, a growing population of young families and commuters, and a brand new railway station on the Midland Main Line that opened in 2024. Despite its size and ambition, Wixams has no dedicated garage of its own. For vehicle servicing, MOT testing, and repairs, residents need to travel and we’re the closest professional option, a short drive up the A6.
We provide the full range of vehicle maintenance and repair services for Wixams drivers — from everyday car servicing to specialist HGV and fleet work that most local garages simply cannot offer.
We carry out interim, full, and major car services for all makes and models. Every service includes a written quote upfront, manufacturer-specification oil and parts, a full 75-point inspection checklist, and a stamped service logbook. Wixams is a newer development and many residents drive relatively recent vehicles including modern petrols, diesels, mild hybrids, and full hybrids. Our workshop is equipped with up-to-date diagnostic tools and our technicians are trained on current vehicle systems across all major manufacturers.
Wixams service pricing:
As a DVSA-approved MOT testing station, we carry out MOTs for Class 4 (cars), Class 7 (vans up to 3,500kg), HGVs, and PSV vehicles. Same-day Class 4 and Class 7 appointments are available subject to availability call 01234 339804 to check. We also offer free pre-MOT checks so Wixams drivers arrive confident rather than taking a risk on the day.
Not sure which MOT class applies to your vehicle? Call us with your registration and we’ll confirm before you book no charge for the advice.
From engine warning lights and brake replacements to suspension repairs and full diagnostic work, our technicians handle the complete range of car and van repairs. We use up-to-date OBD diagnostic equipment and carry parts for most common makes which means faster turnaround for Wixams residents who need their vehicle back the same day.
Wixams sits adjacent to the A6 and the broader Bedford and Kempston commercial zone. The development and surrounding area are home to tradespeople and small business operators running vans and commercial vehicles daily. We provide HGV servicing, DVSA annual roadworthiness testing, brake system overhauls, and trailer inspections for commercial operators in Wixams and the wider MK42 area.
As an IRTE-accredited workshop, we meet the standards required for maintaining operators’ licence vehicles. For Wixams-based fleet operators, we can work around your schedule with early morning and weekend slots to keep vehicle downtime to a minimum.
Broken down in Wixams on the A6, Wixams Way, the A421, or anywhere in the MK42 6 area? Our breakdown recovery team is on call around the clock. Call 01234 339804 at any time and we’ll come to you. We cover all of Wixams, Elstow, Kempston, Shortstown, Cardington, and the surrounding south Bedford area.
We service vans and light commercial vehicles for Wixams-based tradespeople and small businesses. Whether you operate one van or a small fleet, we can build a maintenance schedule that keeps your vehicles roadworthy, compliant, and inspected on time — preventing costly breakdowns and lost working days.
From Wixams location | Approx. distance | Approx. drive time |
Wixams central (MK42 6) | Approx. 2 miles | 5–7 minutes |
Wixams Station | Approx. 2.2 miles | 6–7 minutes |
Elstow village | Approx. 1 mile | 3 minutes |
Kempston town centre (MK42) | Approx. 2.5 miles | 7 minutes |
Shortstown / Cardington (MK44) | Approx. 3 miles | 8 minutes |
Stewartby (MK43) | Approx. 4 miles | 10 minutes |
Wixams station opened in 2024 on the Midland Main Line, with services into Bedford Midland. From Bedford station, the workshop is approximately 1 mile a short taxi ride to Ampthill Road.
Wixams has no on-site garage. As the development continues to grow, residents need a professional, fully accredited workshop within easy reach and we’re it. Here’s what sets us apart from other options in the area:
We regularly serve drivers and businesses from Wixams and all immediately surrounding areas, including:
Whether you’re in the first phases of Wixams nearest Elstow, the newer streets toward the southern edge of the development, or near the new station, our Ampthill Road workshop is your closest and best-equipped professional option a short, straightforward drive up the A6.
All prices below are indicative for standard cars and vans. Exact pricing depends on your make, model, and service history. We always confirm the price before starting work no exceptions.
Service | What’s included | Estimated price |
Interim service | Oil & filter, brakes, tyres, fluids, lights | £100 – £150 |
Full service | Full 75-point inspection + air filter, plugs | £150 – £280 |
Major service | Full service + cabin filter, hydraulic fluid | £200 – £350 |
Class 4 MOT | Standard car MOT (DVSA-approved) | From £54.85 |
Class 7 MOT | Van MOT up to 3,500kg (DVSA-approved) | Call for price |
Full service + MOT | Combined appointment — saves time and cost | From £160 |
Battery replacement | Supply and fit, all makes — incl. AGM | £150 – £280 |
Brake pad replacement | Per axle, parts and labour | Call for price |
24/7 Breakdown recovery | Wixams and surrounding south Bedford area | Call 01234 339804 |
Ready to book? Call us, email, or use our online booking. We’ll confirm your appointment, provide a written quote, and have your vehicle looked after by our IRTE-accredited technicians — just 2 miles from Wixams.
No. Under retained UK Block Exemption law, having your car serviced at a DVSA-approved independent garage does not void a manufacturer warranty, provided manufacturer-specification parts and the correct service schedule are used. We comply with this as standard on every service we carry out.