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AUTO SOLUTIONS EK Ltd is a family run garage which has been trading for over 25 years Based in East Kilbride, we are a well established and reputable company in the loca
AUTO SOLUTIONS EK Ltd is a family run garage which has been trading for over 25 years Based in East Kilbride, we are a well established and reputable company in the loca
Welcome to Northampton Mobile Mechanic, your trusted mobile mechanic. We provide top-notch auto repair services at your doorstep. Our experienced mechanics are equipped t
Welcome to Northampton Mobile Mechanic, your trusted mobile mechanic. We provide top-notch auto repair services at your doorstep. Our experienced mechanics are equipped t
We are a family run business with over 15 years of experience in all vehicle makes and models. We have a good reputation and positive feedback throughout all of our custo
We are a family run business with over 15 years of experience in all vehicle makes and models. We have a good reputation and positive feedback throughout all of our custo
We are a mobile vehicle maintenance company based in Warwickshire. All of our staff from the director down to our technicians are fully qualified and have many years of e
We are a mobile vehicle maintenance company based in Warwickshire. All of our staff from the director down to our technicians are fully qualified and have many years of e
We are a quality-minded garage based in Canterbury. We are also the largest independent garage in Canterbury. Our customers are proud of the top quality, professional
We are a quality-minded garage based in Canterbury. We are also the largest independent garage in Canterbury. Our customers are proud of the top quality, professional
Are you in search of a reliable and trustworthy mechanic? You've come to the right place! Whether your vehicle requires a service, diagnostic test, or any type of repair,
Are you in search of a reliable and trustworthy mechanic? You've come to the right place! Whether your vehicle requires a service, diagnostic test, or any type of repair,
PROVIDING STRAIGHTFORWARD QUALITY AUTOMOTIVE CARE QCD Autocentres has been established to offer customers quality workmanship, cost-effective solutions and delivery on
PROVIDING STRAIGHTFORWARD QUALITY AUTOMOTIVE CARE QCD Autocentres has been established to offer customers quality workmanship, cost-effective solutions and delivery on
Mobile mechanic based around the West Midlands, offering the best prices and best quality of work!
Mobile mechanic based around the West Midlands, offering the best prices and best quality of work!
I'm a mobile mechanic on the milton keynes and surrounding area , 15 plus years experience
I'm a mobile mechanic on the milton keynes and surrounding area , 15 plus years experience
Bishop autos a local mobile mechanic business set up in 2014 we are a company specialising in the mobile repair, maintenance and computer diagnostics of today’s vehicle
Bishop autos a local mobile mechanic business set up in 2014 we are a company specialising in the mobile repair, maintenance and computer diagnostics of today’s vehicle
Ian Bright Motor Engineers is a friendly independent garage situated in a beautiful countryside location in Halnaker, Chichester. Established since 2013, our small team
Ian Bright Motor Engineers is a friendly independent garage situated in a beautiful countryside location in Halnaker, Chichester. Established since 2013, our small team
Autofit Ipswich - Team Protyre is located on Britannia Road just off Woodbridge Road, offering vehicle tyres from many manufacturers including Pirelli, Michelin, Bridgest
Autofit Ipswich - Team Protyre is located on Britannia Road just off Woodbridge Road, offering vehicle tyres from many manufacturers including Pirelli, Michelin, Bridgest
R&S Services is a small family ran garage and recovery service, covering everything from flat batteries, to full engine rebuilds on all makes and models. We offer i
R&S Services is a small family ran garage and recovery service, covering everything from flat batteries, to full engine rebuilds on all makes and models. We offer i
In our well equipped AA approved workshop, we are able to cope with nearly any kind of work. We have a wide variety of specialist tools and diagnostic equipment to suit m
In our well equipped AA approved workshop, we are able to cope with nearly any kind of work. We have a wide variety of specialist tools and diagnostic equipment to suit m
123 reviews
Having used this garage before I was again very pleased with the work they carried out. As I supplied my own engine oil, they were able to give be a further discount of £20 off the agreed price. They even managed to assign two mechanics to my vehicle so the service was carried out in under an hour! I have no hesitation in recommending them.
great service
Absolutely brilliant job from two lovely men. Even did an extra job for me that I wasn't expecting, and was charged and unbeatable price. Will definitely be using them again and most certainly recommending them
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The cost of Interim Service will likely differ greatly depending on which Ford model you have. Combining the varying cost of parts and the difference in labour hours needed to complete the job, different Ford models will cost different amounts for Interim Service. Take a look below at the average quote for Interim Service on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of the top Ford models.
| Ford Model | Average Price | Get Quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus | £128.88 | |
| Ford Fiesta | £127.95 | |
| Ford Mondeo | £137.79 | |
| Ford Kuga | £139.07 | |
| Ford Ecosport | £129.04 | |
| Ford C-Max | £136.18 | |
| Ford B-Max | £128.99 | |
| Ford Ka | £120.29 | |
| Ford S-Max | £141.35 | |
| Ford Transit | £153.79 | |
| Ford Transit Custom | £144.86 | |
| Ford Transit Connect | £146.72 | |
| Ford Puma | £121.42 |
This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 01/07/2023 and 29/09/2023.
An interim service is carried out on a car by a mechanic, who checks a number of key components and parts of a car.
An interim service can be extremely helpful for finding minor problems before they develop into major ones as many parts of a car will naturally wear down over time. The ones at high risk will usually be checked during an interim service.
For a driver, having an interim service carried out is a smart move as you may not realise there is a problem developing and it could end up costing you even more money down the line.
It is also recommended that you should get an interim service every 6,000 miles.
What would you prefer, to replace a pressure gauge or have your car written off entirely due to the head gasket blowing!
The difference between a full service and an interim service is the amount of parts checked. As the name suggests, an interim service will be less thorough than a full service.
However, that does not mean that a lot is checked during an interim service!
In the next section, we will list what is checked during an interim service.
If you would like to know what is included in a full service, click here to see a dedicated page.
Engine oil is absolutely vital for keeping your car is good health and serious damage will be cause to a vehicle if there is low or none existent engine oil.
This is one of the easiest things to check and will always be included in an interim service.
Brake fluid is vital for the brake system as it is responsible for applying pressure to the pads and discs when bringing a car to a halt. If there is a small leak in the braking system, the liquid will inevitably pour out. This will then prevent you from braking all together so it is vital that this never happens!
During the winter months, if a car is left outside for an extended period of time, it will be subject to potential problems. Coolant is a liquid which runs through a car engine, keeping the level of heat and friction down, similar to engine oil.
The radiator needs to have a healthy supply of coolant to operate and keep the engine cool, which is why it is vital there is also enough anti-freeze in the system as well. If the coolant freezes and you start your engine in cold weather, your engine could overheat and damage could be caused extremely quickly.
Having enough windscreen wash may not strike you as critical, however, if you are driving your car and your view of the road becomes obstructed, you need to be able to wash your screen.
Like brake fluid, power steering fluid is checked in an interim service and the reason are exactly the same. Power steering fluid is critical for being able to steer a car and if there is a leak, or even air bubbles in the system, you will be in trouble.
If the problem is air bubbles, you can pump the clutch to resolve the issue, however, if there is a leak, a bigger repair will be required.
It is a legal requirement that you have working headlights so the wiring around rear and headlights will be checked during an interim service to ensure they are not at risk of cutting out.
Windscreen wipers naturally wear down over time and lose their ability to remove dirt and water from a windscreen. A mechanic will make sure your windscreen wipers are good enough to do this during an interim service.
The most common problem car batteries have is dying however, with a jump start, this problem can be sorted. A mechanic has no way of knowing if this will happen and so they cannot check for anything specific when it comes to this potential issue arising.
However, the integrity of a car battery could come into question and they can sometimes crack, resulting in battery acid spilling into the car engine. This is a very serious issue and so the battery will be checked for signs of damage during an interim service to ensure this does not happen to you.
The charging system is responsible for keeping your car battery full of power, if it is compromised, then it highly likely that you will suffer from a regular dead battery.
The alternator can be to blame for problems with the charging system and so will be checked during an interim service.
The most common issue the exhaust system suffers from is rust and leakage of dangerous fumes. There are several parts of an exhaust system which will be checked in an interim service including the catalytic converter which is responsible for taking the most toxic and dangerous elements out of the fumes created by a car engine.
A mechanic will mainly be checking for holes and rust when it comes to the exhaust system.
It is a legal requirement to have 1.6mm tyre tread depth in the UK as this allows a car to grip the road firmly, if it is any lower, you are actually breaking the law!
This will always be checked while an interim service is being carried out, as will a pressure check on your tyres.
A brake test will be carried out during an interim service to ensure your car is able to come to a stop properly. If your car cannot do this, there is a good chance the brake pads or discs have worn down.
Surprisingly, some drivers don’t realise that their steering isn’t what it is supposed to be which is why this service is provided in an interim service.
There may be a number of issues which would cause steering issues including wheel alignment, in which case, a simple fix is available.
The shock absorbers make up a part of the steering and suspension system and are self explanatory in their role in a car.
However, their effectiveness will drop over time resulting in a less comfortable ride for passengers. The large springs will be checked during a full service for degradation.
The suspension of a car is part of the steering system and so will be rigorously checked during an interim service.
As mentioned at the top of the text, an interim service can help identify problems before they arise as mechanics are trained to be able to recognise the signs of a part having issues at an early stage.
This means you will be able to avoid a serious and potentially dangerous situations developing in the future.
The cost of an interim service will vary depending on the garage and the car itself. At the top of the page you will be able to see what the average cost of an interim service is in the UK, however, you can get free and personalised quotes for an interim service using WhoCanFixMyCar.
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