“Conditions such as icy roads, snow, and freezing temperatures put extra strain on essential car components like brakes, tyres, and batteries. A service ensures these parts are in good condition, reducing the risk of accidents and improving your vehicle’s overall safety.”
In most cases, cars need to be serviced every 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first, and an interim service every six months or 6,000 miles.
Most modern vehicles will feature a warning light stating when a service is due. By taking action as soon as this sign appears, drivers are able to spot and correct small issues before they turn into expensive problems.
In most cases, a full vehicle service typically takes around three hours to complete and costs between £170 and £400, depending on the type of car.
Whilst the figure may seem pricey, Daniel highlighted that sorting out any faults during the service can help drivers avoid fines of up to £2,500 for using a potentially dangerous vehicle.
He added: “If you’re not getting a regular service, your car may have faults that you’re unaware of. As well as being unsafe, this could be a costly mistake, as driving with a vehicle that doesn’t comply with the Highway Code’s full requirements of the Road Vehicle Regulations (1986) is breaking the law.
“You might find yourself fined, – the Highway Code states fines of up to £2,500 are given to anyone driving with a vehicle in a dangerous condition – given penalty points on your licence, or even disqualified from driving. “
