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Top Garages for Diagnostic Check in Gateshead (5 found)

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GC Autos
Unit 13, Saltmeadows Road, Gateshead, NE8 3AH
290 Reviews
36 Years experienceEstablished for over 10 years

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Diagnostic Check FROM £35

At GC AUTOS LTD, we take care of our many satisfied customers and that is why they keep coming back. With 36 Years experience (and counting) you can be assured of a high quality service every time you visit our car service facility.

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Pelaw Mot & Bodyshop
5B Heworth Way, Pelaw Industrial Estate, Pelaw, NE10 0UW
99 Reviews
Licensed to MOT Class 4 & 7 vehicles

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Diagnostic Check FROM £48

Welcome to Pelaw MOT & Bodyshop We are licensed to MOT Class 4, and 7 vehicles, meaning whatever you drive, from a Car or a Commercial Vehicle we can look after you at Pelaw MOT. We can supply and fit Tyres, Service your Vehicle, Diagnose Faults and Repair, Fit Brakes, we offer Welding Services, f...

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CIC Autos MOT Centre
Unit 382F Jedburgh Court, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, NE11 0BQ
28 Reviews
Over 60 years of experienceSpecialise in MOT, Maintenance & Repair

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Diagnostic Check FROM £60

CIC AUTOS MOT TEST CENTRE is your local trusted MOT, Service and Repair Centre based in the North East on the busy Team Valley Retail Estate in Gateshead,. We have a excellent reputation for customer service and giving our customers the service they need. All our technicians are fully trained and ke...

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Clockmill MOT Centre
Clockmill Rd, Dunston, Gateshead, NE8 2QX
27 Reviews
24 years experienceHigh-standard repairs

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Diagnostic Check FROM £60

With 24 years experience, we are trusted with high quality vehicle repair in the Gateshead area. whether you need an MOT, servicing, brake pads/discs diagnostics and more, we provide high-standard repairs to keep your pride and joy running safely on the road for a long time.

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Intelligent Auto Ltd
14 Earls Park North, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, NE11 0RQ
20 Reviews
Vehicle diagnostic specialistsSpecialise and focus on fault finding

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Diagnostic Check FROM £60

We operate a modern customer focused service centre catering for most makes makes and model of vehicle and light commercial vehicles. We have access to Manufacturer Technical Info as well as Manufacturer Diagnostic and Programming Equipment. We can update your Digital Service Record and provide yo...

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 Gateshead. 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?

This might sound like a question with an obvious answer: you need a garage that can service or repair your car quickly and at a good price. But think again and you may realise there are other factors that affect your choice of garage in Gateshead. If you need to bring your son or daughter with you when you take your car in, are there toys in the waiting room? If you’re dropping the car off between school and work, can you pick up a cup of coffee while you’re there? Might the garage even collect your car and drop it back at your house after the work is done? You can find answers to all these questions on BookMyGarage.

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