What Is an MOT?

By Eve McPherson - June 26th, 2023 - 2 Comments - Common Car Problems

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An MOT is a mandatory yearly inspection designed to ensure your vehicle is roadworthy and meets certain safety and environmental standards.

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Misfuelling: What Happens If I Put Petrol in a Diesel Car?

By Eve McPherson - June 22nd, 2023 - 0 Comments - Common Car Problems

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If you’ve ever found yourself standing at the pumps wondering how you’ve managed to fill your diesel car up with petrol, you’re not alone...

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How Long Do Brake Pads and Brake Discs Last?

By Eve McPherson - April 13th, 2023 - 4 Comments - Common Car Problems

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Your car’s brake pads and discs will gradually wear out over time, so it is important that you know when to book a replacement. Read on and learn wha...

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Cambelt vs Timing Belt vs Timing Chain: 10 Things You Need to Know

By Eve McPherson - April 12th, 2023 - 10 Comments - Common Car Problems

The article title over a cambelt and timing chain, in a blue overlay.

Keeping important components of the motor working in sync, your car’s cambelt – also known as a timing belt – regulates your engine&rsquo...

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What Does a Full Service Include? (And Why You Need to Book One Right Now)

By Eve McPherson - February 8th, 2023 - 30 Comments - Common Car Problems

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Booking a full car service is a great way of maintaining your car's health, as many vital components will be checked during the service.

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How to... Tell If You Have a Gearbox Problem At Home (Novice)

By Eve McPherson - October 17th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Common Car Problems

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Without a functioning gearbox, you may find yourself breaking down in the middle of a busy road. That’s why it’s so important that you learn to...

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What is an Alternator?

By Drew Hickman - September 28th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Common Car Problems

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Without a functioning alternator, you will likely notice that your car's headlights, radio, and other electronic components struggle to work. Though your b...

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Tyre Size: Explained

By Eve McPherson - September 21st, 2022 - 0 Comments - Common Car Problems

Whether you drive a car or a van, you don’t want to be driving along on tyres that are not built to carry the weight of your vehicle. You could do so...

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Which UK City is the Cheapest for Car Insurance?

By Jessica Ruddick (formerly Potts) - September 14th, 2022 - 1 Comments - Common Car Problems

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New research has found that Liverpool is the most expensive UK city* for car insurance, with Manchester and Birmingham close behind.** At the opposite end ...

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Your Car's Blocked DPF: The Cause and the Solution

By Eve McPherson - August 8th, 2022 - 2 Comments - Common Car Problems

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Are you worried that your car's diesel particulate filter is becoming blocked? Read on and find out what causes your DPF to become blocked, and what you ca...

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