Do I Have To Get My Care Serviced Or Do I Need An MOT?

Is car servicing a legal requirement? Although car servicing is not a legal requirement, you must keep your vehicle roadworthy. You have a legal responsibility to do this, and you could land yourself a fine of £2,500,…

How do I check if my car has an MOT or tax?

Are you unsure if your car is taxed or has a valid MOT? If so, we recommend using the government’s free tax and MOT checker online. This can help you to make sure that your…

What to look for in a local garage

Finding a good garage that you can trust to carry out work to a high standard and at a fair price is crucial to keeping your car roadworthy and your finances in check. However, choosing…

What is involved in a car MOT?

Is your car due an MOT? If so, you may be wondering what this important annual test actually involves. Read on to find out what is checked, what isn’t, and what you need to do…

When do I need to change my car brakes?

Your brakes are one of the most important components of your car. They let you control the speed of the vehicle and bring it to a halt safely. Therefore, making sure they’re in proper working…

What is DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) Cleaning and when do I need it?

Today’s diesel cars come with DPFs or diesel particulate filters. The job of the DPF (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diesel_particulate_filter) is to reduce the emissions from your vehicle dramatically so modern emissions limits are met. However, if you don’t…

How often should I service my car?

As car servicing in Barnsley isn’t legally required, it’s overlooked by lots of drivers. Many people aren’t sure how often they should service their car and if maintaining the service schedule is really required. Despite…

What Happens If My Car Fails Its MOT?

MOTs can feel like a real chore, especially when you consider the importance behind them. In reality, an MOT doesn’t take a massive amount of time, and the fact that it is a legal requirement…

What Gets Checked On A Car MOT?

When you think about MOTs your mind instantly jumps to it being a chore. However, it is also an essential part of owning a car, and something that we cannot escape. The MOT can seem…

Does Car Servicing Improve My MPG?

It’s frustrating when a car isn’t able to go as far as it should, or the mileage seems to have decreased over time. The mistake that many people make is ignoring this, thinking that it…