Servicing

• Drain engine oil and refill (special or synthetic oils are subject to an additional charge).
• Replace oil filter.
• Check for excessive oil leaks.
• Check and record antifreeze strength & top up water level as required.
• Visually check cooling system for leaks.
• Check condition and security of undertray.
• Visually check drive shaft gaiters for security and report leaks.
• Check for correct clutch operation.
• Check for correct gearbox operation.
• Check and top up clutch fluid where applicable.
• Check operation of exterior lights.
• Check horn.
• Check battery external condition and security.
• Check & top up power steering reservoir where applicable – visually check for leaks.
• Visually check steering rack gaiters for condition and leaks.
• Inspect exhaust system including catalyst if fitted for leaks, security and noise.
• Visually check for excessive exhaust smoke.
• Check brake fluid level and top up if required.
• Check tyre condition and tread depth.
• Check and adjust tyre pressures.
• Check windscreen wiper condition and operation.
• Check rear windscreen wiper condition and operation (if fitted).
• Check windscreen washers and top up as required.
• Advise if cabin filter is required according to age and miles and last change (an additional charge will apply for supply and fitment of filter).
• Reset vehicle service light where applicable (subject to data and tooling availability).
• Conduct road test.
• Stamp service book.

• Drain engine oil and refill (special or synthetic oils are subject to an additional charge).
• Replace oil filter.
• Check for excessive oil leaks.
• Check for cam belt replacement interval and report if replacement is due according to age and mileage.
• Check radiator condition.
• Check coolant cap seals and condition.
• Check coolant hoses for leaks.
• Check and record antifreeze strength & top up water level as required.
• Check condition of auxiliary drive belts (excluding cam belts).
• Replace Air Filter (if required).
• Report if spark plugs are due to be changed according to mileage. An additional charge applies for the supply of plugs and fitment.
• Check condition and security of undertray.
• Check fuel cap seal condition (if fitted).
• Check for correct clutch operation.
• Check for correct gearbox operation.
• Check and top up clutch fluid where applicable.
• Check drive shaft gaitors for security and report leaks.
• Check and top up gear box fluid where applicable and not sealed.
• Check operation of exterior lights.
• Check horn.
• Check battery security and lubricate terminals.
• Check battery condition.
• Check and top up power steering reservoir where applicable.
• Check steering and suspension components for wear and corrosion.
• Check steering rack gaiters for condition and leaks.
• Check wheel bearings for excessive play or roughness.
• Carry out shock absorber bounce test.
• Grease steering and suspension where applicable.
• Inspect exhaust system (including catalyst if fitted) for leaks, security.
• Visual check for exhaust smoke.
• Visually check brake hydraulic system, pipes and hoses for any leaks, chafing and corrosion.
• Check security of handbrake linkages and cables.
• Check brake discs for wear, cracks, corrosion and scoring or pitting (excluding internal drums).
• Check brake fluid level and top up if required.
• Check service brake shoes for wear or damage – clean and adjust if required (excludes internal hand brake shoes).
• Inspect operation of wheel cylinders and report any leaks.
• Check servo operation.
• Check tyre condition and tread depth.
• Check and adjust tyre pressures.
• Set wheel nut torque to manufactures settings.
• Check windscreen wiper condition and operation.
• Check rear wiper condition and operation (if fitted).
• Check windscreen washer operation and top up as required.
• Check windscreen for chips and cracks.
• Check mirror condition (Interior & Exterior).
• Check number plate condition.
• Advise if cabin filter is required according to age and miles and last change – an additional charge will apply for supply and fitment of filter.
• Reset vehicle service light where applicable (subject to data and tooling availability).
• Conduct road test.
• Lubricate bonnet catch.
• Stamp service book.

Broad Town Cars have been an MOT station since the introduction of the MOT Test. We have all the latest MOT computerisation on site and can offer an MOT while you wait Monday to Friday during normal office hours.

An MOT will take approximately 35 to 40 minutes and you are more than welcome to watch your car being tested. Alternately you can drop your car off and collect it at a convenient time for you.

Free courtesy cars are always available when your car is being serviced. Please note that the courtesy car will need to be reserved when you making your booking (subject to age and basic insurance and age conditions).

Here at Broad Town Cars, we always have special offers for combining service and MOT's together, making sure you always save money. Full details can be found under our MOT Testing and services tabs on this page.

Here at Broad Town Cars we can make sure you never forget your service or MOT by adding you to our database so that you can receive an email or text reminder from us.

Most modern vehicles are now built with a fault indication within it; showing to the user, via visual prompts, what area of the vehicle is in question. These early warning indicators are generated by an engine control unit that monitors the vehicle's performance. Behind these simple warning lights lie hundreds of codes that list potential specific problems with the highlighted areas.

Here at Broad Town Cars, we have the latest diagnostic technology to access most cars. Please call us with your vehicle details.

Both of these are important items for the safe running of your vehicle. They should be changed periodically. Please contact us as this can always be added to your vehicle's service.

Your car battery is at the heart of all your vehicle’s electrical systems, storing the energy built up by the vehicle until it is ready for use.

It is the only source of power to get your car started so it’s important that you check your battery regularly. Flat batteries are one of the main reasons for breakdown calls in the UK, especially on cold mornings, and you’ll only really know something is wrong when your car doesn’t start.

It is essential that with modern vehicles, especially with "stop-start" technology, that the correct battery must be fitted. Here at Broad Town Cars, we can test your battery and ensure it is replaced with the correct one.

We offer exhaust replacements on most vehicles. Please call with your requirements.

We can change cam belts on most modern vehicles. Please contact us with your vehicle details and we can let you know if we have the necessary manufacturers equipment to provide this service on your car.

We can offer professional valeting on your vehicle. Please contact us for details.

With many years of motor trade experience between our staff, we can always offer you free advice and help whatever your problem. Even if we can't help you, we will always do our best to point your in the direction of someone who can.