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Which car service is right for you?
It's generally recommended that you get a full service at least once a year or after 12,000 miles - whichever comes first. However, there are several different car services available for drivers and the right one for you will depend on your car's condition as well as how far it's been driven. Here are the main car services you can choose from and their typical cost. Just bear in mind that costs won't include parts.
Full service
The average cost of an full service booked on WhoCanFixMyCar is £194.92.
A full service involves a mechanic running around 60+ individual checks on your vehicle's condition. They'll assess any general wear and tear, carry out checks on your car's components and identify any issues that need fixing. A full service is recommended every 12 months or every 12,000 miles.
Can include- 60+ checks
- New engine oil and oil filter
- All checks included in an interim service
Interim service
The average cost of an interim service booked on WhoCanFixMyCar is £139.46.
An interim service is recommended for cars that are driven a lot. It generally takes place 6 months after your full service or after every 6,000 miles - whichever comes first. An interim service consists of around 30+ different checks on your vehicle's condition.
Can include- 30+ checks
- Fluid top-ups
- New engine oil and filter
Full service & MOT
The average cost of a full service & MOT check booked on WhoCanFixMyCar is £223.07. A full service & MOT includes all the checks you would get in a full service, along with an MOT (which is a yearly legal requirement for cars over the age of 3 years old). By getting both done together, you can often reduce your overall cost and improve your chance of passing the MOT.
Can include- 60+ checks
- MOT test
- Battery level check
- New engine oil and oil filter
Oil change
The average cost of an oil change booked on WhoCanFixMyCar is £80. Regular oil changes are an important part of maintaining your car engine in between services. Most newer cars have a dashboard warning light to notify you when your oil level is low and in need of an oil change.
Can include- Engine oil drained
- Refilled with new oil
- Oil filter replacement
- Service light reset
Electric car servicing
The average cost of electric car servicing booked on WhoCanFixMyCar is £174.86. Servicing an electric car involves different checks from a regular petrol or diesel car service as there are different components involved. An electric car service generally requires a mechanic with specialist knowledge of electric vehicles.
Can include- Interim electric car service
- Full electric car service
Hybrid car service
The average cost of a hybrid car battery repair booked on WhoCanFixMyCar is £191.22. With the volume of hybrid car's soaring in recent years, so has the demand for hybrid car servicing. This service contains much of the same assessment areas as a standard petrol or diesel vehicle, with the addition of check ups such as hybrid battery health check, cables checks and charging port checks.
Can include- Assessment
- Hybrid car servicing
What does a car service include?
A car service is an in-depth check of your car to make sure it's performing as it should be.
While an MOT is a legal requirement that checks your car is safe to drive, a full service is a much more thorough inspection of your vehicle's condition. Typically, it will include more than 60 different checks and routine maintenance tasks, such as:
Brake fluid check and change
Anti-freeze coolant
Windscreen wash
Power steering fluid
Lights
Windscreen wipers
Charging system
Tyre tread and pressure
Shock absorbers check
Suspension-repairs check
Auxiliary drive belt check
Wheel alignment check
Wheel bearing check
Wheel balance
Brake fluid condition
Fuel filter (diesel)
Spark plugs (petrol)
Air filter or cabin filter change
Although it's not a legal requirement, regularly servicing your car is the best way to extend your vehicle's lifespan and catch any issues before they cause expensive damage.
What does an average car service cost?
The cost of a car service will vary depending on the make and model of your car, as this will affect the amount of labour time necessary as well as the parts required. That said, you can expect to spend around £150 for a full car service. This will usually be higher if you book directly with a franchise dealer.
Below, you can see the average cost of a full car service for some of the top car makes on WhoCanFixMyCar.
Car Make | Average Price | Get Quotes |
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Audi | from £198.70 | Get quotes |
BMW | from £202.33 | Get quotes |
Ford | from £191.24 | Get quotes |
Mercedes | from £206.15 | Get quotes |
Peugeot | from £189.19 | Get quotes |
Renault | from £188.93 | Get quotes |
Vauxhall | from £190.50 | Get quotes |
Volkswagen | from £192.86 | Get quotes |
Servicing your car
A car service is a thorough inspection of your vehicle. A mechanic will carry out a range of checks on your car, looking at its condition and assessing any wear and tear on car parts. Typically, a garage will include an oil filter change and also advise if any car parts need replacement. A car service is recommended every 12 months to help maintain your car’s condition.
A full car service typically costs around £150. However, the total cost will vary depending on the make and model of your car, as well as whether you go to an independent garage, a dealership or a big chain. Labour rates also differ across the country. The best way to find great garages with good prices in your area is to request instant car servicing quotes from garages through WhoCanFixMyCar. Just bear in mind that a car service won't include the cost of any repairs or replacements of parts.
The duration of your car service will depend on what service your car needs, as well as the make and model of your car. Generally speaking, an interim service takes about an hour and a half, whereas a full service takes about three hours.
You should get a full service every year to maintain your car's condition. However, if you drive often, you should look to get your car serviced after every 12,000 miles you drive.
You can get your car serviced at an independent garage, a dealership or a big chain. WhoCanFixMyCar can help you find the right garage near you. Simply provide your car details and request instant quotes online from trusted local garages.
Yes, it is recommended that your get your car serviced every year – or every 12,000 miles you drive – although this isn't a legal requirement. Some of the more modern cars will have a service indicator that prompts you when your car needs a service. You can also check your car’s handbook to see what the manufacturer recommends.
If you’re looking for an interim service, you should get one every 6 months (but this shouldn’t be a replacement for a full service which is needed every 12 months). It is common for drivers to get their car serviced when their MOT is due and a lot of drivers find there’s a cost saving in getting both done at the same time.
There are two types of car service; an interim and a full. It's recommended that every car has a full service once a year, but if you drive frequently and are clocking up to 20,000 miles a year, it would be wise to get an interim service after 6 months as well. If you’re not racking up that many miles, then a full service once a year should cover you.
Yes, if you drive a leased a car, you'll be responsible for making sure that it's serviced regularly. Servicing your leased car will be part of your lease agreement and when you come to return the vehicle, your leasing company will check its service history. It's also an important part of keeping your vehicle healthy - if you return your leased car and it's not in roadworthy condition, you could incur charges.
A service plan is where you pay a one-off or monthly fee for a set number of planned car services. If you're worried about being able to afford a service when your car needs it, a service plan could allow you to spread out the costs, or just give you peace of mind. However, depending on your vehicle and your requirements, ad hoc servicing could be more affordable and convenient. It just depends on your preference.
Usually, your car will have a service book that's filled out by garages as they complete a car service. However, if the car service history is missing, you might be able to get the information by contacting the manufacturer dealership or the garage that conducted the service. You'll generally need the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and to prove that you're the owner.
Find the best car service near you
You want to get your car serviced by a trustworthy, local garage for the best price. Whether you’re looking for a full service, an interim service or simply an oil change, we’ll help you find the right local garage for you.
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