Everything You Need To Know About Car Servicing

1 Dec 2020

Having regular services means if you were to sell your car, a full-service history will increase the price of the car by up to 26% over the same vehicle had no maintenance records. Regular servicing will also keep your Best4 Warranty valid.

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How often should book my car in for a service?

Generally speaking, you need to book your car in every 12 months or 12,000 miles – whichever comes first. If you hit 12,000 before the 12 months are up, you’ll need to book in for a service. However, always check your vehicle's manufacturer service schedule as this can vary.

What is done to my car during a full service?

The points checked at the servicing should cover:

Service preparation & road test
Engine
Fuel
Drive system & brakes
Steering & suspension
Tyres & wheels
Additional hybrid checks

All services will be subject to the garage, car and service option you choose.

How do I know when my car needs a service?

There are multiple ways you can check this: you can check in the car manual to find out servicing intervals for your particular car model and make; a spanner symbol will illuminate on your dash – this is your car asking you to take it for a service.

How long does a car service take?

A full car service will usually be completed within 3 hours.

What are the different types of servicing?

Service Type	Service Interval
Regular Maintenance	When oil and filter need replacing – one of the most important parts of a service and is included in all services.
Interim Service	Every 6 months or 6,000 miles (whichever comes first) - typically include an oil and filter change and a visual inspection, but there will usually be a top up of all the key fluids in the engine (washer fluid, brake fluid, antifreeze and steering fluid) and a check of up to 35 key components to ensure your car is in the best condition possible.
Full service	Every 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) - typically consists of all basic service work already described and an extra 15-30 additional checks on the car’s components.
Manufacture Service	As per manufacturer service schedule, check your car manual for information - should include all wear, service and maintenance your car needs and is the most expensive and comprehensive service available.