The risk of driving without having your car serviced
Taking your car in for routine maintenance is one of the most popular ways to keep it in top shape when it comes to vehicle maintenance.
A car service is not a yearly legal requirement, unlike the annual MOT, but what are the risks of skipping a service?
Any repairs required to guarantee that the vehicle is road legal will be highlighted by the MOT. By having your vehicle serviced, you may significantly lower the likelihood that it will experience any major troubles in the months and years to come.
What is a car service?
A car service is a regular health check for your car during which a mechanic will evaluate all of its essential parts and make sure they are all functioning at their best.
For a variety of significant reasons, having a car requires routine maintenance. They are essential for many reasons other than merely upkeep though the extent of what the service will involve will vary depending on how long it has been since your last visit.
Having a good service history when you come to sell your car will increase its value. It also gives the buyer confidence that they are purchasing a safe and road-worthy vehicle.
Types of car service
When you take your car to Wrexham Service Centre, there are several options when it comes to getting a service for your vehicle.
The type will depend on how many miles you have travelled in the vehicle since your last service – or a set amount of time. See the table below for a guide.
Service Type
& service Intervals
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Regular Maintenance
When Oil and Filter need replacement -
Interim Service
Every 6 months of 6,000 miles (whichever comes first) -
Full Service
Every 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) -
Manufacturer Service
As per the manufacturer service schedule, check you car manual for information
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For various reasons, services are significant to vehicle owners; therefore, keeping track of how many you’ve had since having the car and what’s been done to it could be quite crucial when it comes to selling or further maintaining the car.
What needs servicing regularly?
Some important parts require a mechanic’s attention the most out of the more than 50 “points” of inspection that can be included in the service.
These are the most typical sections of the car that require the attention of our qualified mechanic, whether it is an interim or full service.
Oil – changes are crucial for maintaining a safe and dependable engine in your car. Oil contributes by maintaining the proper operating temperatures throughout various parts of the engine and internal systems, as well as lubricating important mechanical components. Older and dirty oils will affect the vehicle’s mileage, emissions, and efficiency. We advise you to have the oil change made when you reach the full-service, even though it is not strictly necessary.
Tyre – pressure and conditions will have an impact on the quality of your four tyres if you plan to drive frequently on roads of varying quality. The tyre’s pressure, tread, and general condition can be examined, and if necessary, they can be replaced.
Car fluids – Other than the engine oil, there are other fluids in a car that are crucial for maintaining its health. Many fluids, including antifreeze concentration, power steering fluid, screen wash, coolants, brake fluid, and coolants will be inspected and replenished as necessary.
Spark Plugs – Replacement of spark plugs: Even though many manufacturers advise doing so every 30,000 miles, they should still be inspected at every service. This, however, may vary based on driving habits, vehicle make and model, and the state of any other components that might be connected to the spark plug.
Air/Cabin filter – Changes to the air/cabin filters are a quick check that only needs unclipping the airbox and changing the filter. It is also possible to gas an air conditioning unit, although this typically entails an additional cost.
Braking system – A mechanic will inspect all the parts that make up the braking system, along with the fluids, which are an essential component of a vehicle’s safety.
Does my car need a service?
Your car may be generating odd noises. Does your car judder or stutter while it moves? Then, your vehicle could be experiencing a typical breakdown issue.
Regular servicing is necessary to keep your vehicle in peak condition, a qualified mechanics at Wrexham Service Centre will address any problems you may be having. The annual MOT will undoubtedly make your car road legal.
There are some indicators, that your car requires maintenance, and you shouldn’t disregard them.
If you want to maintain your vehicle and make sure no major issues arise, you should have it serviced at least once a year.