Petrol Diesel Service – Capital MOT and Service

Capital MOT & Service Centre

We would advise that everyone has their car serviced either every year, between your MOT or when you drive 12,000 miles. These days most cars diagnostic systems will alert you when your service is due.

If you own an older car it may require more servicing however our qualified mechanics will be able to advise you on this.

Benefits of regular services are:

Before

After

Oil Changes
Batteries
Brakes Repair
Suspension
Tyre Services
DPF & Exhaust
Car Checks
Air Conditioning

Petrol/Diesel (ICE) - Service Checklist

You can save up to 70% on your service simply by comparing deals & choosing one of the lower cost options. These service schedules include only what’s needed – no unnecessary (costly) add-ons.

Compare	Interim	Full	Major
Intervals	6 months or 6,000 miles	12 months or 12,000 miles	24 months or 24,000 miles
Number of checks	25	40	60
Parts included
Engine Oil	✔	✔	✔
Oil Filter	✔	✔	✔
Air Filter	X	✔	✔
Pollen Filter	X	X	✔
Top-ups included
Windscreen additive	✔	✔	✔
Coolant	✔	✔	✔
Brake Fluid	✔	✔	✔
Power Steering Fluid	✔	✔	✔
AdBlue (Diesel engines only – extra cost if needed)	✔	✔	✔
Checks included
General Checks
External lights, instrument warning lights and horn operation	✔	✔	✔
Internal / Vision
Door, bonnet and lock operation	X	X	✔
Operation and condition of windscreen wipers and washers	✔	✔	✔
Pollen filter condition and advise if replacement needed (extra cost)	X	✔	✔
Air conditioning system operation	X	X	✔
Windscreen for cracks and chips	X	✔	✔
External and internal mirror condition	X	✔	✔
Number plate condition	X	✔	✔
Seat belt operation	X	✔	✔
Engine
General oil leaks and advice	✔	✔	✔
Antifreeze strength and advise if replacement needed (extra cost)	✔	✔	✔
Radiator and coolant hoses condition and leaks (including header tank)	X	✔	✔
Radiator cap	X	X	✔
Electrical coolant fan (if applicable)	X	X	✔
Auxiliary drive belts (NOT timing belt) condition and tension	X	✔	✔
Fuel system and tank (if visible)	X	✔	✔
Timing belt replacement intervals and advise	✔	✔	✔
Change spark plugs dependant upon age and mileage (extra cost)	X	X	✔
Fuel filter replacement dependant upon age and mileage (extra cost)	X	X	✔
Brakes
Brake fluid condition and advise if replacement needed (extra cost)	X	✔	✔
Visual check of brake pads for wear	✔	✔	✔
Visual check of brake discs for wear	X	✔	✔
All visible brake pipes and hoses	X	✔	✔
Hand brake operation	X	✔	✔
Brake callipers for leaks and security	X	✔	✔
Wheels and Tyres
Tyre condition and tyre depths	✔	✔	✔
Tyre pressure and adjust	✔	✔	✔
Steering and Suspension
Road springs	X	✔	✔
Steering/suspension components	X	✔	✔
Steering rack gaiters condition	✔	✔	✔
Shock absorber condition	X	✔	✔
Wheel bearings	X	✔	✔
Exhaust
Exhaust smoke (diesel)	X	✔	✔
Exhaust condition and advise	✔	✔	✔
Drive System
Check drive shaft gaiters for security and report leaks	X	✔	✔
Clutch operation	X	X	✔
Clutch fluid level (if applicable)	✔	✔	✔
Transmission oil leaks	✔	✔	✔
Final Checks
Reset vehicle service light where applicable	✔	✔	✔
Stamp printout of BookMyGarage service schedule	✔	✔	✔

Note: Any fluids used to top up may be subject to a separate charge by the garage.

Contact Info

Contact : +44 (0)29 20 485 410
Email: sales@capitalmotandservice.co.uk

Opening Hours

Mon – Fri 8:00 – 18:00
Sat – 8:00 – 14:00
Sun – Closed

Service Centre

Capital MOT & Service Center, Clydesmuir Industrial Estate, Cardiff, CF24 2QS

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