Car Servicing
Our vehicle servicing promises to keep your car on the road and pass all manner of maintenance checks.
Let us handle your car servicing needs
If you are in the Essex or London area and require a servicing for your vehicle, look no further than The Bodyshop.
Our technicians have a wealth of experience conducting a service on all types of automobiles including interim, full and major inspections, guaranteeing that if your vehicle has an issue, our team will detect it.
Servicing from The Bodyshop also includes:
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Car air conditioning service
What is a Car Service?
A car service is taking your vehicle for a routine health check up. The intensity of the check up depends on how old your car is and also how long has passed since the last time it was examined.
Common parts of a car that are checked during a service include the following:
- Lights, tyres and bodywork
- Brakes and steering
- Suspension
- Exhaust
- Battery
- Engine oil and oil filter
A service will ensure that your vehicle remains healthy for longer, which is why it is crucial to plan for regular maintenance checks.
Once the servicing has taken place, we will suggest any recommended fixes (if applicable) to ensure your car is performing optimally and safely. You could consider using our vehicle repair service for a cost-effective and reliable solution.
Benefits of a Vehicle Service
Unlike an MOT, a service is not compulsory, however there are many benefits in proceeding with regular checkups.
- Safety – First and foremost safety is the most important factor when it comes to vehicles. A maintenance check ensures your vehicle is safe to be on the road. Tyre safety is a crucial element of a car service, which minimises the risk of an accident when the weather worsens around London and Essex.
- Improved longevity – If your vehicle is used on a regular basis, then chances are certain parts of the automobile are not working optimally. A service will resolve any of these issue, so that the life expectancy of your car is prolonged.
- Lower costs – In the long-run, maintenance checks should save you a considerable amount of money. This stems from greater fuel efficiency, fewer premature failure of car parts and of course reduced breakdowns and associated costs with roadside assistance.
- Maintaining vehicle warranty – Regular auto servicing ensures your warranty remains intact.
- Maximising car value – It should be no surprise that a car that is well cared for will perform and appear better, ultimately increasing the resale cost of the car.
- Greater performance – Regular checkups will keep your vehicle in good condition, enabling a more responsive and comfortable ride, not to mention making it more environmentally friendly.
Different Tiers of Servicing
There are three levels of car servicing and the type of service you may require is dependent on the factors highlighted below.
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Interim Service
An interim service is the most basic package for a car inspection, recommended for those with a high mileage who need checkups more often. It is carried out approximately every 6 months, or 6,000 miles, and will consist of fundamental items, including:
- Lubrication of moving parts
- Oil (filter) changes
- Core components inspection
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Full Service
A full service is a grade above an interim service and is recommended once every 12 months, or 12,000 miles. This tier is recommended if you have an average car mileage, or have had a major service or MOT recently.
In addition to the assessments in the interim service level, you can expect:
- Radiator inspection
- Air filter change
- Testing of electric components
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Major Service
A major service is the most comprehensive tier of maintenance carried out every 24 months, or 24,000 miles. Expect everything in the full service tier and more including:
- Brake fluid replacement
- Battery testing
- Changing cabin filter
Benefits of a Car Service with The Bodyshop
Servicing can be a daunting prospect, however here are some reasons why you should trust the Bodyshop to complete your vehicle service.
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40 years of car servicing
Carrying out work since 1985 - We have seen it all.
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Unbeatable price
Our servicing cost and level of expertise is unmatched.
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Experience with all vehicles
Trucks, motorbikes, vans, electric cars - We have worked with all of them.
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Different tiers of servicing
We can manage your car service, be it full, interim or major.
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Keeping you safe
We guarantee that your car returns to the road fully functional and safe
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Cover all of London & Essex
From Dagenham to Colchester, we have you covered.
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Complete convenience
We are open 6 days a week - Availability that suits you!
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Trusted equipment
Our technology and software stack is reliable, ensuring accurate insights from your vehicle.
How to Book your Vehicle Service with The Bodyshop
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Contact Us
Reach out to us by giving our team a call or by using the form below. We can assess what level of servicing support you need.
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Drop off your vehicle
Drive to our workshop in Barkingside, East London.
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We will service your car
Our experienced mechanics will run a variety of maintenance and checkups on your car, quickly and efficiently.
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Come and Collect your vehicle
Once your car has been assessed and passes all necessary checks, you can drive home happy!
Get in Touch
Our team are always on hand to offer you support for any issues or questions you may have regarding servicing your vehicle.
Fill out the form or give us a ring on 020 8500 9228 and we will be more than happy to help, whether you are looking to schedule an auto service, or just have a question.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
The average car service price is between £170 – £300. However the price can vary considerably depending on factors such as the make/model of your car and the level of servicing required. A more prestige vehicle will typically be more expensive, as will a major service compared to an interim service.
The simplest method to check your vehicle’s service history is by looking at your car’s service book. This should log all services and repairs that your automobile has experienced.
A car service should be a same day turnaround. Barring any unusual instances we can ensure that your vehicle will be serviced and returned back to you within a few hours.
With an incredibly experienced mechanical and technical team and a local business that has been serving Essex and Greater London for almost 40 years, look no further than The Bodyshop.
Book a car service by contacting us today!
A vehicle service is due every year or 12,000 miles, whichever comes sooner – that is on average however. A more regular interim service is recommended every 6,000 miles, although the inspection will not be as thorough.
The below show how often you should service your vehicle, with the intensity of examination increasing at every stage:
- An interim service is recommended every 6 months (or 6,000 miles)
- A full service is recommended every 12 months (or 12,000 miles)
- A major service is recommended every 24 months (or 24,000 miles)
The only items you need to bring to a car service are your vehicle and service book. The service book will be stamped upon completion.
Some vehicles do not have a service book, in which case services are recorded on the car’s key or via digital records held on a computer.
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