Interim & Full Service

  • Extended vehicle lifespan
  • Improved safety
  • Enhanced performance
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Extend Your Car’s Life with Regular Servicing at Alpha MOT Centre

Keep your vehicle running smoothly and safely for longer with our expert servicing. Regular servicing is crucial for maintaining your car’s optimal performance and preventing minor issues from becoming major problems.

Here’s how our services benefit you:

Extended vehicle lifespan: Regular maintenance helps identify and address potential problems early on, saving you money on costly repairs down the road.
Improved safety: By ensuring your car’s components are in top condition, you can be confident on the road.
Enhanced performance: Regular servicing keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently, potentially improving fuel economy.

We offer a wide range of service packages to meet your specific needs, from oil changes and filter replacements to comprehensive inspections. Same day appointments available, 6 days a week, getting the service your car needs is easier than ever.

Schedule your appointment today and experience the difference that regular servicing can make.

Servicing Checklist

Type of Service Interim Service Full Service
When 6 months or 6,000 miles 12 months or 12,000 miles
Vehicle Interior
Check instruments, gauges, warning lights ✔ ✔
Check horn ✔ ✔
Check windscreen wipers ✔ ✔
Check Adblue/Eolys warning light ✔ ✔
Check interior lights ✔ ✔
Check clutch operation (manual only) ✔ ✔
Check seat belts ✔ ✔
Reset service light ✔ ✔
Check climate control/ air con system ✔
Check engine diagnostic codes ✔
Hybrid system diagnostic check (hybrid only) ✔ ✔
Vehicle Exterior
Check exterior lights & lamps ✔ ✔
Check doors – operation and condition ✔ ✔
Check boot – operation and condition ✔ ✔
Check fuel cap – operation and condition ✔ ✔
Check mirrors – operation and condition ✔
Pre Alignment Check
Check steering, suspension linkages and ball joints for wear, damage and condition ✔ ✔
Suspension – check shock absorbers & springs ✔ ✔
Full tyre inspection (tread, pressure and alignment check) ✔ ✔
TPMS inspection ✔ ✔
Under the bonnet 
Check battery ✔ ✔
Check battery wiring ✔ ✔
Test electrics (battery, alternator, starter motor) ✔ ✔
Check coolant level (strength and condition) ✔ ✔
Inverter Coolant – strength and condition (hybrid only) ✔ ✔
Visual inspection of high voltage cables for external damage (hybrid only) ✔ ✔
Check brake fluid (boiling point and condition) ✔ ✔
Check bonnet catch operation ✔ ✔
Check brake pipes & hoses ✔ ✔
Check power steering fluid & top up (if required) ✔
Check auxiliary drive belt and adjust (if required) ✔
Check radiator and coolant hoses ✔
Under the Vehicle
Visual brake check ✔
Full brake inspection ✔
Check fuel pipes for routing, damage & corrosion ✔
Check engine, transmission and rear axle Train Drive ✔
Check drive shaft joints and gaiters for wear and damage ✔
Check exhaust system and mountings ✔
Service Item Replacement
Replace engine oil and filter ✔ ✔
Top up windscreen washer fluid ✔ ✔
Replace air filter ✔
Final Checks
Vehicle road test ✔ ✔
Stamp service book ✔ ✔

Please note: Replacement spark plugs are not included in our service packages. Our technicians can advise on the recommended replacement interval of your spark plugs.

 

Type of Service Interim Service Full Service
What isn’t included:

Spark plugs, fuel filter, air filter, replacement belts, power steering fluid.

Checks on air con system, engine diagnostic codes, auxiliary drive belt, radiator and coolant hoses, exhaust system, full strip down brake check.

Spark plugs, fuel filter, replacement belts.

Our technicians will advise on the manufacturer’s recommended replacement interval of items not included in the service such as spark plugs and fuel filters.

Fixed price car servicing

Booking your car service with us is hassle-free and straightforward. We provide both interim and full servicing options, with costs determined by your engine size. All prices quoted include labour and VAT.

The type of service we recommend depends on the time elapsed since your last service and the mileage covered since then. Typically, we advise an interim service every 6,000 miles or 6 months, and a full service every 12,000 miles or 12 months. If you’re unsure which service suits your vehicle best, feel free to reach out to our team at your local Alpha MOT Centre for expert guidance and advice.