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Category - Car Care Made Simple

How Long Can You Delay a Car Service?

By Eve McPherson - August 8th, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title over a person holding a calendar with question marks re postponing a car service.

The longer you put off booking your car service, the more issues that are likely to arise. If your car service is slightly overdue, then your vehicle shoul...

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How Much Does Windscreen Replacement Cost?

By Eve McPherson - August 3rd, 2023 - 5 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title over a car's windscreen which is cracked, in a blue overlay.

A chipped or cracked windscreen can lead to instant MOT failure, and can be seen as a motoring offence if the windscreen is not repaired or replaced right ...

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What Is a Car Service?

By Eve McPherson - August 2nd, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title over a mechanic carrying out a car service in a garage, in a blue overlay.

A car service is an in-depth health check designed to ensure that your vehicle runs as safely and smoothly as possible. Whilst car servicing may not be ma...

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How Long Does a Car Service Take?

By Eve McPherson - August 2nd, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title over a customer sitting in a garage waiting room as a car service is carried out.

You can ask your chosen garage for an exact timescale, but a car service can take anywhere from 60 minutes to 4 hours – depending on the type you cho...

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Can You Tax a Car Without a Valid MOT?

By Eve McPherson - July 25th, 2023 - 2 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Did you know that the majority of vehicles cannot be taxed without a valid MOT certificate? It's actually illegal to tax your car without a valid MOT certi...

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Will a Broken Car Heater Lead to MOT Failure?

By Eve McPherson - July 21st, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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A broken car heater may be an inconvenience in the colder months, but will it lead to MOT failure? Read on and find out whether a broken car heater will r...

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Will My Car Fail its MOT Test if the Engine Management Light is On?

By Eve McPherson - July 20th, 2023 - 2 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Your car may fail its MOT test if there are issues with the suspension or brakes, but what about the engine management light? If your engine management li...

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MOT Failure: Everything You Need to Know

By Eve McPherson - July 20th, 2023 - 4 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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With numerous vital components in near-constant use, it’s no wonder that vehicles often fail their MOTs. The complex parts which make up your vehicle...

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7 Car Problems That Won't Lead to MOT Failure

By Eve McPherson - July 18th, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Whilst there are many issues which could result in MOT failure, you may be surprised by some of the car problems which rarely lead to a fail. Read on and l...

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Can I Sell My Car Without an MOT?

By Eve McPherson - July 12th, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title over a person handing the car keys to a vehicle without an MOT to the new owner.

If you plan on selling a car without an MOT, this process has several pros and cons which you should consider. For some, the money spent on the repairs ne...

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