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Physical Garage
36, Bennet Road, Reading, RG2 0QX
About Us
LD Garage Services has been established since 2008. We are an RAC Approved garage and AA Accredited. We carry out anything from an interim service up to an engine change. We supply and fit tyres, batteries, exhausts and much much more.
Coolant Change£60
4.89 (291 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise LD Garage for its efficient, professional service, with many highlighting the team's friendly approach, clear communication throughout the booking and repair process, and swift turnaround times for MOTs and servicing. The garage has built strong loyalty over the years, with numerous reviewers returning regularly and appreciating the transparent pricing, lack of hidden costs, and the option to wait whilst MOTs are completed. No significant weaknesses emerge from these reviews, reflecting the overwhelmingly positive experience customers have had.
Mobile Mechanic
3 Hilbre Walk, Reading, RG2 0GD
About Us
Important Note: We do not operate on weekends, so any bookings made on Saturday or Sunday will be responded to first thing Monday morning. Thank you for your understanding! Welcome to MVP Mobile Mechanic! About Us At MVP Mobile Mechanic, we pride ourselves on delivering professional, dealer-standard automotive services right to your door. Whether you’re at home, at work, or anywhere within our service area, we bring the convenience of top-quality car care directly to you. Our most popular services include general servicing, thorough diagnostics, DPF cleaning, and cooling system maintenance. Check Out Our Reviews Feel free to explore our cu
Coolant Change£90
4.89 (126 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise MVP Mobile Mechanic for punctuality, clear communication, and the sheer convenience of having work carried out at home, with many noting they would not return to a traditional garage. The mechanic is repeatedly described as knowledgeable, honest, and thorough, taking time to walk customers through health checks, advisories, and costs without any pressure to commit to additional work. A very small number of reviewers raised concerns around the completeness of checks and service transparency, suggesting the business may benefit from providing more detailed documentation of every step completed, and one isolated booking issue points to the scheduling platform potentially being clearer about real-time availability.
Physical Garage
BENTEN AUTO EXPERTS LTD (( NEXT TO READING BUSES ), 1 TUNBRIDGE JONES BUSINESS PARK, READING, RG2 0JT
About Us
Benten Auto Experts trading as Benten Mot & Auto Centre is an independent garage in the heart of Reading. We are based just outside the main town centre and we’re less than three miles away from Reading Railway Station, – it’s less than a minute drive away from central Reading. We provide a range of services which include MOT testing, servicing, and repairs which are offered at competitive, realistic prices that you can afford.
Coolant Change£45
4.86 (184 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise Benten for their friendly, professional staff and excellent communication, with many highlighting the quick turnaround times and clear explanations of any work needed. The garage earns strong recommendations for reliable MOT testing, fair pricing, and a welcoming atmosphere that puts customers at ease, particularly those with older vehicles. One reviewer mentioned that the signage could be clearer for first-time visitors, though this minor point doesn't detract from the overwhelmingly positive feedback about the service quality.
About Us
WE DO MOTs, TYRES, BRAKES, SERVICING ALL BODYWORK AND ALL KIND OF AUTOREPAIR. Cardiff Rd Tyres & Mechanical Repairs - one-stop shop for all of your vehicle needs
Coolant Change£43.99
4.54 (308 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage's friendly, helpful staff and efficient service, with many highlighting competitive pricing and quick turnaround times for MOTs and servicing. Several reviewers appreciate the clear communication about repairs needed and note that the team isn't pushy when recommending additional work. A small number of customers mentioned that wait times could occasionally be longer than expected or that communication about job completion may benefit from improvement, whilst one reviewer felt the reception area appeared somewhat chaotic despite the efficient service received.
Physical Garage
145 Cardiff Road, Reading, RG1 8JF
About Us
Welcome to The Servicing Master Center in Reading, Berkshire. We are a local independent garage serving Reading, Berkshire and around 10 miles surrounding area for all makes of vehicle. We offer Full Service, Major Service, Interim Service, Body Work, Engine Work, Tyre and other services. We also offer. - Car Buy & Sell - Service & Repair - Fault / Non-Fault Accident Repairs - Insurance Approved Body Work - Recovery 24x7
Coolant Change£44.99
4.33 (477 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for its friendly, professional staff and excellent communication, with many highlighting the convenient collection and delivery service, competitive pricing, and efficient turnaround times. The team receives particular recognition for going above and beyond, accommodating last-minute bookings (including Sundays), and keeping customers well-informed throughout the process. A small number of reviewers raised concerns about booking confusion due to unclear address details, occasional delays beyond estimated completion times, and issues with paperwork provision, which could benefit from clearer systems.
Physical Garage
UNIT 23, BRITTEN ROAD, READING, RG2 0AU
About Us
Established a few years ago, P M G Autos Limited is a garage that has earned a great deal of respect with the motorists of Reading. They achieved this with a high standard of work at affordable prices. Their mechanics have years of experience between them and because of this have the knowledge needed to get your car back on the road. They offer services such as car servicing, MOTs and general car repairs.
Coolant Change£60
5 (7 reviews)
Physical Garage
Hodmore Farm Yard, Mapledurham, READING, RG4 7UN
About Us
ST's Motorsolutions Ltd is building a strong reputation for reliability, honesty, and quality workmanship. We proudly serve our local community, offering affordable vehicle servicing and MOTs without compromising on quality. Our qualified team is dedicated to keeping your vehicle running smoothly, whether you need a routine service, an MOT test, or minor repairs. We're known for our great value for money, excellent pricing, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
Coolant Change£50
5 (25 reviews)
Physical Garage
Unit 4, 17 Boulton Road, Reading, RG2 0NH
About Us
About Us Welcome to Karcare Services where we pride ourselves providing a high quality, professional service every time. Whether you are having a routine car service, repairs or an MOT we can help you. We specialise in Audi, Honda, Vauxhall and VW cars but are happy to work on cars and light commercial vehicles of all makes. We are pleased to be able to offer 10% discount on parts and labour plus free pick up and delivery within a 5 mile radius to NHS staff and Unison members.
Coolant Change£60
5 (9 reviews)
Physical Garage
Unit B5 Acre Business Park, Acre Road, Reading, RG2 0SA
About Us
Trustworthy garage in operation for the last year with 25 years experience. After hour bookings available. Very reliable.
Coolant Change£60
5 (12 reviews)
What is coolant?
Coolant is a specially-formulated chemical liquid, commonly known as antifreeze, that circulates through a car’s engine. It removes excess heat from a car’s engine by passing it through the car’s radiator. Furthermore, the solution contains inhibitors that protect the metal, plastic and rubber in the cooling system from corrosion. And, as the name antifreeze suggests, it also doesn’t freeze up in bitterly cold conditions, so it plays an important role in a car all year long.
Why is changing the coolant important?
You should book a coolant change frequently, at least every 2 years. Low coolant can cause overheating, which would have serious implications for other components on the car. Even though coolant can leak and evaporate over time, in many cars it often looks as though the coolant never needs changing because its level seems to stay the same. However, draining and flushing the coolant system, including the radiator, at least once a year is important. Flushing pushes out all the old coolant, debris from corrosion and scale. If left in the engine, it may become clogged up, potentially causing extensive damage.
How is a coolant change done?
Before a mechanic drains the cooling system, he might add coolant cleaner to the coolant and then start the engine, depending on what the manufacturer specifies. After the car has run for a while, he would turn it off and drain it. He would then add water to flush it and drain it again, twice, before finally putting in the fresh coolant.
What are the possible signs that a car needs a coolant change?
- When a car’s maintenance or engine temperature light illuminates on its dashboard.
- If the car’s engine starts running at a higher temperature than usual, signifying that the engine is overheating.
How long does a coolant change take?
- Approximately 1 hour.
How much does a coolant change cost?
- Up to £50.
Driving in Reading
Located in the Thames Valley to the west of London, Reading in Berkshire is not too well-known as one of Britain’s must-visit towns. However, once you get there, you’ll discover a surprising amount of things to see and do. It is sometimes described as being on London’s commuter belt but the influx of daily traffic outweighs the outflow due to the large number of tech companies and international businesses which have made Reading their home.