Motor Doctors is the only place I trust with my car. They’re honest, thorough, and always keep me in the loop -no surprises, just great service every time!
John Smith, Wellington
Excellence in Mechanical Repairs
Motor Doctors are Wellington-based car and 4WD servicing, WOF, brake, and clutch specialists.
Your Local Experts in Car Care
At Motor Doctors, our team brings over 80 years of combined experience to keep your car running smoothly, no matter the make, model, or year. With locations in Johnsonville, Ngaio, and Thorndon, we’re always nearby to help with your car care needs. Owned by John Mulligan and Kerry Walsh, our branches are managed by dedicated experts: Thorndon by Scott Newlands, Ngaio by Mike Tock, and Johnsonville by Chris Woodill. Our skilled mechanics understand what makes cars tick – or sometimes, what makes them go bang!
We take pride in clear communication, value for money, and doing the job right the first time. Whether you're here for routine servicing or a complex repair, you’ll find that Motor Doctors is more than just a workshop; we’re part of your community.
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No nasty surprises
We keep you informed every step of the way, so there are never any unexpected costs.
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Do it right the first time
Our experienced team ensures quality repairs you can rely on from the get-go.
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Value for money is key
Competitive pricing with no compromise on quality - because your trust is priceless.
Auto Servicing and Repairs
From routine maintenance to complex repairs, Motor Doctors provides comprehensive car care to keep your vehicle in top shape. Our skilled team services all makes, models, and years with the same high level of attention and expertise. Whether it’s a quick WOF, brake adjustments, or a complete overhaul, we’re here to ensure your car is safe, reliable, and ready for the road.
Dropped my 1996 vs Commodore in this morning to the team at Motor Doctors. Will definitely be my new regular , very trustworthy people. Managed to get my car back the same day with problem diagnosed and resolved. Very grateful to the team , highly recommend and I thought was a very fair price. Thank you Motor Doctors!
K Williams, Johnsonville
As well as in-depth technical knowledge and skills,... Chris gives outstanding customer service. As a single woman ( without car knowledge) I have trust and confidence in Motor Doctors Johnsonville
Jessie D, Johnsonville
Wow! Mike and team thanks for taking good care of my car Donna. She is doing so well and I highly recommend this place even if it is a small issue, always check with the staff and they will suggest options & sort it out for you. Very grateful for all your time and efforts everyone.
Joanna P, Ngaio
Great service, bookings essential as they are often very busy. These guys know what they're doing. Mike is the best mechanic in Wellington.
Liam W, Ngaio
Had an irritating rattle in the front left of my car. Motor Doctors identified the cause of the rattle, replaced all the required parts in a timely manner. No more rattle. Totally professional to the end. Highly recommended.
Gordon B, Ngaio
Used them for over 20yrs and have always found them to be good mechanics and professional to deal with.
Sean D, Ngaio
I had the best experience with Motor Doctors Ngaio. Very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Mike is very helpful. I would definitely recommend them.
Ahmed F, Ngaio
A massive thank you to Scott and the team at Motor Doctors for their outstanding help today! My camper's issue could have left me stranded in Wellington, but Scott kindly offered emergency repairs to get me back on the road. Their ability to diagnose the problem instantly and fix it efficiently was truly impressive. I was able to drive out much sooner than I expected, ensuring I wouldn't miss work in Auckland.
Wending D, Thorndon
Scott and his team are amazing. They are friendly, knowledgeable and very accommodating. I have 4 work vehicles that do a lot of kms, so need a reliable mechanic. They always do a great job with no loose ends (unlike past mechanics I have used), and are great at communicating what is wrong / needs to be done in car illiterate terms. Thank you all so much for providing such a great service!
Alex R, Thorndon
Scott and his team did an outstanding job diagnosing an alternator issue with my car, that saved me an arm and a leg! I highly recommend them for any mechanical work!
Harrison L, Thorndon
Highly recommend Motor Doctors! They helped us when we needed our car back on the road ASAP. Friendly and very hard-working staff.
Thank you guys xx
Jilly D, Thorndon
The team are really good. Job on Transit Camper. Scott is really good at keeping you in the loop and getting the job done. I definitely recommend to others NZMCA members.
Phillip K, Thorndon