Full Service and MOT in Kettering

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Top garages for Full Service and MOT in Kettering (24 found)
Mr Tyre Ltd - Kettering
269 Jobs Completed
Kettering
4.1 / 5

Mr Tyre Ltd was established in 1971 at Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham in the West Midlands with one store. We now operate a total of 38 strategically placed fitting centres

Formula One Autocentres - Kettering
795 Jobs Completed
Kettering
4.3 / 5

Established in 1974, Formula One Autocentres set out with a mission to deliver a completely new fast-fit experience to its customers. This would feature clean, modern pre

IN'n'OUT Autocentres Kettering
945 Jobs Completed
Kettering
4.4 / 5

At IN’n’OUT Autocentres we offer fixed prices MOTs and Servicing for any make and model of car with no hidden extras. We are proud to be a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’ so we a

Hi Tech Automotive Services
44 Job Completed
Kettering
5.0 / 5

"Hi Tech Automotive Services are a local independent garage offering a wide range of garage services in Kettering and the surrounding area. Our garage can provide MOTs, e

Bee Cool
18 Jobs Completed
Kettering
4.7 / 5

We pride ourselves in professionalism, and are proud of our story! We are fully trained, licenced, and insured to work on all aspects of vehicle systems, including Ele

Carrington Cars
148 Jobs Completed
Kettering
4.9 / 5

Here at Carrington Cars we are a friendly, reliable old school garage who offer customers a wide range of car services from used car sales through to mechanical repairs,

Kettering Clutch Centre
40 Jobs Completed
Kettering
4.6 / 5

Servicing, repairs, welding, exhausts, clutch repairs

Kettering Automobiles
7 Job Completed
Kettering
5.0 / 5

We are your local independent garage operated by local people responsive to your needs. We have been operating in Kettering for 29 years and specialise in servicing and r

Kings Car Repairs
2 Jobs Completed
Kettering
5.0 / 5

Kings Car Repairs is a fully mobile car and van repair service, your very own personal car mechanic. We cover Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Rothwell, Desborough and

Headlands
2 Job Completed
Kettering
5.0 / 5

"HEADLANDS GARAGE is a family business and we've been around for more than 10 years but have only recently expanded from servicing fleet cars (including Ketterings Leadin

Allen Ford, Kettering
Member since 13 April 2015
Kettering

The team to go to for service you can trust, at a price you can count on. Here at Allen Ford, Kettering we aim to provide you with an unrivalled experience when servi

California car and commercials Ltd
Member since 17 November 2014
Kettering

We are a established MOT and service centre run by two brothers with a combined experience of 15 years in the motor trade. Our new site on Garrard Way, Kettering consist

Hi Tech Auto Services
Member since 05 December 2014
KETTERING

"Bosch Car Service. Diesel and petrol diagnostic and repair. general servicing. We have been trading on this site with same staff for 26 years. MOT test station. Use O

Richard Sanders Kettering
Member since 08 February 2016
KETTERING

We are a Renault and Dacia main dealer with the knowledge, specific tooling and diagnostic equipment to efficiently repair and maintain all Renault and Dacia vehicles. Co

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Full Service and MOT in Kettering
Frequently asked questions
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What is a 'full service' on a car?

A full service involves thoroughly checking the fluids and components in the vehicle, to determine whether they need replacing, updating, or replenishing. Getting your car serviced will also help prevent larger jobs cropping up later on, thus saving you a lot of hassle and money.

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When is my car due for a service?

The recommended service schedule for your vehicle will be outlined in your owner’s manual. However, the general rule would be that a full service be undertaken at least once a year or every 12,000 miles, whichever comes first.

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How often should you service your car?

Your car should receive a full service annually, and if you undertake a high mileage it should receive an interim service in between at the 6 month mark.

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What is included in a full service?

A full service is a visual inspection that includes around 60-70 checks, and will include some of the following:


Checks over your:

  • Battery condition
  • Tyre tread and pressure
  • Steering and wheel alignment
  • Wheel bearings
  • Brake pads and discs
  • Plus many more!


Top ups and replacements on your:

  • Anti freeze coolant
  • Brake fluid
  • Power steering fluid
  • Windscreen wash
  • Engine oil and filters
  • Plus many more!


Other comprehensively checked components are your:

  • Windscreen wipers
  • Door locks
  • External lights
  • Brake fluid condition
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How long does a full service take?

A car’s full service can take around three hours to complete, if there are no significant issues encountered as they will of course lengthen the job time. You will ordinarily get your car back the same day but perhaps set a day aside for the service.


If you decide to book a major service, this can take slightly longer between three to four hours, as it essentially includes all of the checks included in with a full service, plus some extras.

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What's the difference between a full and an interim service?

An interim service is less comprehensive than a full service, and is advised to be carried out every 6 months, or every 6,000 miles. Interim services focus on items that require the most regular renewal and maintenance, and in turn can help to address any problems early on to prevent the issue becoming worse later down the line. A full service covers all of the elements of an interim service, plus more.

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What's the difference between a full and a major service?

Many garages won't differentiate between a full and a major service. Where they do, the major is even more comprehensive and may include items such as a full drain and renewal of brake fluid and coolant.

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What are the benefits of getting a full service?

Though getting your annual full service is not a legal requirement, there are a number of safety and financial benefits to getting one. Just a few of these benefits include:

  • Decreases the chance of your car breaking down
  • Helps to improve fuel economy
  • Getting your annual full service helps towards getting a full service history, increasing the value of your car when reselling
  • Reduction of overall wear on your engine, brake pads and tyres through regular maintenance checks

Average rating for  Full Service and MOT in Kettering bookings

4.33

9 reviews

How much does Full Service and MOT cost in Kettering?

The cost of servicing, MOT and repairs differ across the country and Full Service and MOT is not any different. Labour rates will be higher or lower depending on where in the country you are. Take a look below at the average quote in Kettering for Full Service and MOT on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of our top car makes.


Full Service and MOT Cost by Car Make in Kettering
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Vauxhall£242.40
Mercedes£257.57
BMW£255.21
Ford£252.17
Citroen£234.19
Nissan£252.46
Peugeot£246.11
Volkswagen£245.58
Audi£260.31
Toyota£249.42
Volvo£248.87
MINI£260.59
Renault£258.05

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 20/12/2023 and 19/03/2024.

Full Car Servicing Prices

To help you understand more about car servicing for your car, we have the produced the following guide to help you understand the subject in greater detail.

A car service is essentially a check carried out by a mechanic who analyses the essential systems in your car.


They will be looking to make sure the vehicle is safe to drive on the road which is why it is a legal requirement to have you serviced every twelve months.


A car service is NOT an MOT, even though many of the same parts and systems will be inspected during each.

The difference between an MOT and car service is that an MOT is a standardised check with specific rules and regulations set by the government.


A car service is carried out and fully controlled by the mechanic or garage carrying the work out.


This means that the pricing will change from garage to garage alone as well as from car to car, much like any other repair work.


There are two different types of car service, the interim car service and full car service.


As each service will change from garage to garage, they will carry out different checks and look at different parts.


Therefore it is vital that you are able to talk to more than one garage before you have the job completed. You need to be able to compare price and how thorough the checks will be.


Fortunately you are in the perfect place!

All you have to do is enter the details of your car in the form below and then sit back and relax while local garages send you direct quotes for a full or interim service.


Below you will see what most garages will check during a service however it is always worth checking before you book your car in as some garages may not cover what is listed.


Here are the parts and systems checks as part of most interim car services and full car services;


Full and Interim Car Service

  • Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
  • Brake Fluid
  • Anti-freeze Coolant
  • Windscreen Wash
  • Power Steering Fluid
  • Lights
  • Windscreen Wipers
  • Battery Condition
  • Charging System
  • Exhaust System
  • Tyre Tread and Pressure
  • Full Brake Check
  • Steering Check
  • Shock Absorbers Check
  • Suspension Check
  • Full car service (Includes all of the above and the following)Auxiliary Drive Belt Check
  • Wheel Alignment Check
  • Wheel Bearing Check
  • Wheel Balance
  • Brake Fluid Condition
  • Fuel Filter (Diesel)
  • Spark Plugs (Petrol)
  • Air Filter


Most of these parts and systems should be checked during a full car service or interim service, furthermore, if you require a top up of motor oil or any other repairs, you will have to pay an extra charge as a result.


A car service is essentially a full diagnostic to find out about the health of a car, it is not a service where specific repairs are included.


That is why it can help to have interim checks six months before a full service, if there is a minor problem, the interim check would find it and you will be able to resolve the issue before it gets any worse.


However if you do not have an interim check and you have an issue, it will only get worse meaning you will have to pay more money when it is eventually discovered in the full car service.


Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price, is not always easy, which is why we simplified the process.


We work with a network of 17,707 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find competitive car service deals for you.

  • Enter your car registration number
  • Give us a few details about your car and your requirements
  • We’ll send you a great selection of quotes from mechanics and garages in your area.


You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best deal, before booking a full car service or interim car service online.

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