Should I get MOT and Service at same time?

When booking a service and an MOT for your car, it’s best to complete the MOT first. This is because some of the faults identified during a service will also be flagged during an MOT, so getting the MOT done first will save you time and money.

Why is there a difference between MOT and Service?

That’s because the MOT test covers what’s ‘safety critical’ in your vehicle, not necessarily the health of the vehicle. So while things like brakes, lights, tyres, and seatbelts are covered in the MOT test, things such as your engine are not. That’s where a service will help.

Does a car Service include MOT?

Most services will cover some areas of the MOT like the tyres, brakes and safety systems. It also involves replacing some key parts of the car’s engine to keep it running well. It can also involve looking at suspension, car battery, brakes and a road test in some cases.

Is an MOT more expensive than a Service?

If the test centre is also a servicing and repair garage, it’s unlikely to be making a profit charging such a low amount. This means it is likely to have higher charges for servicing, repairs and parts should your vehicle fail the test to make up for the cheaper MOT.

Will a car pass MOT with service light on?

Unlike other dashboard lights, a car’s ‘service interval indicator’ being on will not cause the car to fail its MOT, it is primarily meant just as a reminder for you to ensure that your car gets its annual maintenance.

What does a service include?

Major Service: A Major Service will include everything covered in a full service but will also include a change of spark plugs, a change of fuel filters and some other service/wear items that are recommended by the manufacturer’s schedule. This does not include any additional repair or maintenance work.

What happens if I don’t service my car?

By not servicing your car you are likely to find that its performance may deteriorate. This may mean that you start to hear strange noises, have little problems with general running and lights start to pop up all over the dashboard.

What is a full service?

A full service is a complete check of the whole car, which should be carried out annually or every 12,000 miles. This service can take around 3 hours to complete.

What does full service include?

A full service usually includes everything apart for any parts specified as requiring replacement in your vehicles servicing schedule, such as fuel filters, spark plugs etc. These can be added as chargeable extras or, some garages refer to it as a major service and will charge accordingly.