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HiQ Tyres & Autocare Whiteley
Unit 4, Fulcrum 1,, Solent way, Whiteley, Fareham, PO15 7FE
264 Reviews

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Diagnostic Check FROM £60

HiQ Tyres & Autocare Whiteley is a local tyre supply and fitting centre for cars, vans, minibuses and light commercial vehicles. We also offer MOT's by appointment as well as Servicing and General repairs including Brakes, Suspension, Clutches and Timing belts (cambelts) for cars and small vans. A...

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All Cars 1 Portchester Ltd
Unit 2 Castle Trading Estate, Portchester, Portsmouth, PO16 9SF
163 Reviews
Based in Portchester

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Diagnostic Check FROM £36

Whether you need tyres exhausts servicing or an MOT we at AllCars garage can deliver a friendly efficient and professional service for you. We have one focus- 100% customer retention and its 100% customer retention we will deliver to you. Based in Portchester our prices are extremely competitive and...

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SJS Vehicle Repairs
Unit A, Alcotts Yard, Castle Street, Porchester, PO16 9PY
20 Reviews

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Diagnostic Check FROM £30

SJS Vehicle Repairs is a small independent vehicle repair garage, able to carry out servicing, MOT’s, diagnostics & repairs on all makes and models of cars & vans. Servicing and repairs are able to be carried out, outside of normal working hours, just let us know if you prefer an evening appointmen...

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PRIORY GARAGE
331 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, TITCHFIELD, FAREHAM, PO14 4AY
5 Reviews

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Diagnostic Check FROM £65

Thank you for considering Priory Garage for all your vehicles needs and servicing. Priory Garage has been operating since 1935 and under the current same family ownership since 1987. As you can see we are well established and have a loyal customer base and look forward to you joining that. We keep...

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Fastway Autocentre
196-198, West Street, Fareham, PO16 0HF
17 Reviews

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Diagnostic Check FROM £44

Fastway Autocentre is extremely handy if you live or work in Fareham or even if you need to catch the train or bus. A short walk from Fareham's train and bus stations. Easy to drop off and collect your car if you are working or shopping in Fareham Town Centre. You can leave your vehicle in the capab...

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CASTLE BODYWORKS LTD
UNIT 2 BLACKBROOK BUSINESS PARK, BLACKBROOK ROAD, FAREHAM, PO15 5DR
16 Reviews

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ACCIDENT & MECHANICAL REPAIR CENTRE, MOT TEST STATION. SERVICING, TYRES, EXHAUSTS, BATTERYS ,DIGONISTICS. INSURANCE REPAIRS, PAINTWORK REPAIRS, FULL RESTORATIONS. ALL YOUR MOTORING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOF. SERVING THE PUBLIC & HAMPSHIRE POLICE SINCE 1969

What does a car diagnostic check do?

A diagnostic check is carried out on your vehicle by a mechanic, who will plug your vehicle into a specialised code reader. It can detect problems with your vehicle which may be difficult to spot manually.

The main components which are tested in a diagnostic check are the car’s:

  • electronic control units (ECUs) - these control various element of the car and its performance including engine running
  • emissions and exhaust sensors
  • braking system
  • electrical components such as central door locking
  • transmission if electronically controlled
  • ignition coils
  • throttle setting
  • fuel injectors
  • air flow and coolant

 

Why is a car diagnostic check important?

A diagnostic check is very important as it can detect a potential problem with your car, even before a breakdown. The computerised equipment scans your vehicle’s system to check for any faults, no matter how minor or major. A diagnostic test is a quick, easy and accurate way to discover any faults and will give you the chance to get them fixed before they turn into bigger and more expensive issues. When your car has a fault, this may show as a warning light on the dashboard. If the light goes out the system will store the fault code so the garage will find this when they do the diagnostic check.

What are the possible signs that your car needs a diagnostic check?

There are many different signs which will indicate that your vehicle needs a diagnostic check. Essentially, if you suspect that there is an issue with your car but don’t know what, you will probably want to book a diagnostic check to find out what the problem is. Here are some of the key signs:

  • Engine warning light - if the engine warning light appears on your dashboard, it’s important to take your vehicle to a garage as soon as possible as there is a wide variety of problems which the light may be flagging up.
  • Strange noises – any strange noises coming from your car need to be checked out before they turn into more serious problem. Some of these sounds may include; whining from the bonnet, abnormally loud exhaust, uneven engine noise, brake squealing or gear crunching.
  • Smoke - if you see smoke or steam coming from under the bonnet, your vehicle may be overheating.
  • Vibrating - if you notice any vibrating or pulling under your brake, the issue may be due to work brake discs or pads. However, it could also indicate a problem with your suspension or steering.

 

How long do car diagnostics take?

You can expect a diagnostic check on your car to take approximately 90 minutes. You may want to allow for more time though as the mechanic who will be carrying out the check might not be available to start right away.

How much does a car diagnostic check cost?

The price of a car diagnostic test can vary, depending on the garage that you visit. Each garage has a fixed price for diagnostic checks, ranging from £30 - £100.

Enter your vehicle registration number and post code into BookMyGarage (at the top of this page) and you can instantly compare diagnostic check pricing from all of the garages in your local area. As well as price, you can see the garages’ reviews, distance from your post code, extra services offered and availability. You don’t even have to register to get access to all of this information. When you have selected a suitable garage, you can choose a date, any optional extras (such as collection and delivery, loan car etc.) and book online.

What do you need from your garage?

You may live within walking distance of a garage which offers most of the services you need. However, by sticking with the nearest garage in Fareham you could be missing out on a better deal. What if a garage with a collection / drop off service or courtesy car could do the same job at a good price, without the inconvenience of losing your car for the duration of the repair? BookMyGarage allows you to search for local garages which offer this facility, and compare their prices, all in one session.

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