Why Use BookMyGarage For Your Car Service in Peterborough?

We have helped over 6 million drivers compare and save on their MOT, servicing and repair costs at local garages. And, as the UK’s leading MOT and service comparison site, we’re dedicated to helping drivers stay in control of their car maintenance.

Here are just some of the ways we keep you in control of booking your car servicing in Peterborough:

Direct Comparisons. Every garage on our system has priced their servicing costs against the same schedules, allowing you to compare garages ‘like-for-like’. That means that when you book a lower-cost option for your car service in Peterborough, you know you’re getting the best deal.

Easy 3-Step Booking Process. There’s no upfront registration and no faff. You just provide your vehicle’s details, choose the best deal and provide a suitable date and time for your Peterborough car service. That gives you more time to do the things you care about.

Clear Communication Throughout. After you make your booking, we’ll never leave you in the dark. Not only do we provide a confirmation email ourselves, but we also pass your contact details on to your chosen garage. This means they can keep in touch throughout the process. They may send you a confirmation email themselves and will contact you whenever there is a development with your car service in Peterborough. That way, you get the peace of mind you deserve.

Transparent Prices. Garages on our comparison site always set and update their own prices, so there are no nasty surprises at the end of your appointment. This price won’t change unless you agree to extra repairs directly with the garage.

Compare deals and book a car service in Peterborough in just 3 steps today. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode, choose the best local garage and select a suitable date and time to complete your booking. It's as simple as that to get the best deal!

How to Book Your Car Service in Peterborough

1. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
2. Compare deals. You can sort garages in your area by whatever best suits your needs: price, distance, reviews and ratings or availability.
3. Pick a date and time for your appointment.

After you book car servicing in Peterborough, we send you a confirmation email with a summary of your booking. We also inform the garage and they may also be in touch to confirm the appointment or to ask for extra details.

You never pay for your booking until after all the work has been completed and deal with the garage directly after the initial booking process. You also have the ability to change or cancel your booking for free until the day of your appointment.

Book a High-Quality Van Service in Peterborough

If your Peterborough-based business relies on a van, you need to keep it on the road as much as possible. You want a dependable workhorse that ensures you’re always earning money.

That’s why it’s so important to book regular van servicing near you.

The more you use your van, the more wear and tear it will suffer. Without proper maintenance, this can lead to expensive repair bills and even more expensive delays for your business.

Many garages on our comparison site offer high-quality van servicing in Peterborough at affordable prices. Enter your van’s reg and postcode to instantly compare deals at local service centres and book the best deal in just 3 clicks.

FAQs

What is a Car Service?

A car service is a routine health check for your vehicle, completed by a local garage. A mechanic inspects various parts of your car, checking for excessive wear and tear and recommending repairs where needed.

A car service is the best way to keep your car in good condition and helps to avoid expensive repairs and breakdowns. Some of the items assessed in a car service are:

• Tyres
• Oil
• Filter
• Brakes
• Timing Belt
• Windscreen Wipers
• Exhaust
• Suspension
• Steering System

When Should I Book a Car Service in Peterborough?

You should always follow the service intervals specified in your vehicle handbook. Most manufacturers recommend booking a full service every 12 months or 12,000 miles - whichever comes first. They may also recommend booking interim and major services, as well as oil and filter changes, at other intervals.

The frequency of servicing depends on two factors:

• Your driving style
• Your yearly mileage

If you are an aggressive driver or you travel more than 25,000 miles a year, you may wish to service your car more often. Similarly, if your car sits around for long periods of time, you may wish to service it more often to protect it against the negative effects of disuse.

We recommend servicing your car at the following intervals:

• Interim Service every 6 months or 6,000 miles (if you have a high yearly mileage)
• Full Service every 12 months or 12,000 miles
• Major Service every 24 months or 24,000 miles

How Long Does A Car Service Take?

Each car service takes a different length of time, due to the differing numbers of checks. On average, a car service takes:

• Around 1 and 1/2 hours for an interim service
• Around 3 hours for a full service
• Around 4 hours or longer for a major service 

If the mechanic finds extra faults, the repair time will take longer.

What Are Common Repairs A Car Service Can Help Me Avoid?

Have you ever returned to your usual parking place to find a suspicious dark stain where your car was parked overnight? Take action fast as engine oil leaks should not be ignored - there’s a danger of potential engine damage or failure if your engine runs low on oil.

If the liquid is dark brown or yellow, and it feels slippery or greasy, it is probably motor oil. A pink or red slippery liquid could be automatic transmission fluid, while green or orange liquid with a sweet smell is most likely antifreeze (watch out for pets and young children around this one as it’s highly toxic). A clear, oily liquid could be power steering fluid.

Whatever the problem, booking a car service can pick up on the leak before it can develop into something far more expensive. If you have noticed any of the leaks above, or think your car is behaving differently, book a car service in Peterborough today and get to the bottom of the issue.

What Are the Benefits of a Mobile Car Service in Peterborough?

Convenience - Rather than having to find time to take your car to a garage and then trying to keep your life on track without it, you can have your car service completed at a location that works best for you. This could be your driveway or a car park at work during your normal day. This helps you avoid disruption.

Flexibility - You may be able to book a mobile car service on a weekend, evening or even overnight, depending on the mobile mechanics in your area. If your schedule doesn’t really accommodate servicing at a traditional garage, this can make your life easier.

Transparency - You get to see what is happening during your mobile car service at all times. This makes it easier to trust the quality of the work and gives you the peace of mind that all the checks have been completed to the highest standard.

Cheaper - A mobile car service involves less overhead costs and expenses, so they are often at least competitively priced against, if not cheaper than most local garages.

If you think a mobile car service will benefit you, enter your vehicle reg and postcode to compare instant prices from mobile mechanics near you.