A vehicle service at Express Vehicle Services is a routine health check that includes maintenance, inspections, and part replacements to keep your car safe, reliable, and running efficiently.

It is not a legal requirement but not having your vehicle serviced can lead to hidden faults and higher repair costs.

Most UK drivers follow:

• Interim Service: Every 6 months or 6,000 miles

• Full Service: Every 12 months or 12,000 miles

• Major Service: Every 24 months or 24,000 miles These intervals help prevent wear and tear from becoming expensive repairs.

Express Vehicle Services’ interim service covers essential checks such as:

• Engine oil & filter change

• Brake inspection

• Tyre condition & pressure

• Fluid top‑ups

• Battery test

• Lights, wipers & horn check

• Steering & suspension visual check

• Exhaust visual inspection

Express Vehicle Services’ full service includes everything in an interim service plus these additional checks:

• Air filter replacement

• Cabin filter check

• Thorough brake inspection

• Suspension & steering checks

• Cooling system inspection

• Battery health test

• Exhaust system check

Express Vehicle Services’ major service checks long‑term wear items such as:

• Spark plugs

• Fuel filter (diesel)

• Transmission fluid

• Timing belt checks (where applicable)

Yes. An MOT only checks minimum safety standards . A service checks the overall condition of your vehicle and prevents future faults

At Express Vehicle Services:

• Interim Service: Around 1 hour

• Full Service: 1.5–2 hours

• Major Service: 2–3 hours Times vary depending on vehicle age and condition (inferred from typical UK garage practice based on service scope).