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  • Repairs prioritised to keep driving costs down
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Car Servicing

Interim Service from only £150, Full Service from only £260

Book your next car service online at your local PTA Garage. Whether you opt for a full or interim service, our expert technicians guarantee a comprehensive check. Book your service along with your MOT today and enjoy savings on your MOT!

Book your Car Service Online

At PTA Garages, we pride ourselves on conducting an extensive inspection of your vehicle and replacing all service parts, including oil, oil filter, air filter, pollen filter, fuel filter (external to tank), and spark plugs (petrol engines) as a standard. A full service means a full service - not just an oil and filter change.

Why Choose PTA?

  • Complimentary Services - With any online purchase, you can receive a free journey check, light, or tyre check.
  • Experienced Team - We have kept cars on the road for over 40 years.
  • High Standards - Trusted members of Independent Garage Association.
  • Motor Industry (IMI) Qualified - Specialist of EV & Hybrid vehicle servicing.

No additional work without your say!

Some vehicles are fitted with long-life car service parts - if these need to be replaced, you may incur an additional charge. These parts are designed to last several years and do not need replacing at every service. Long-life service parts are considerably more expensive than standard car service parts due to their durable design.

At PTA, no additional work will take place without your say. We will price and prioritise all repair work and help you to plan ahead and spread the cost of repairs to your vehicle.

Interim & full car servicing at PTA Garages

Quality Car Servicing

At PTA Garages, we take pride in delivering quality car servicing at sensible prices. Our full service schedule adheres to and protects the manufacturer's warranty, avoiding the high costs associated with main dealers.

Thanks to the 2003 "Block Exemption" legislation, PTA Garages can service new cars using Original Equipment (OE) quality parts that meet manufacturer requirements.

As members of the Independent Garage Association (IGA), we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards and providing outstanding customer service.

Interim & Full Servicing

We offer both interim and full service options. We often get asked “how often should I get a service?” and we recommend:

  • A full service every 12 months or 12,000 miles

And

  • An interim service every 6 months or 6,000 miles

Read more about the benefits of regular servicing in our blog.

Although an MOT is a mandatory requirement and ensures your vehicle is roadworthy on the day it is tested, it is not a substitute for a service - a full or interim service will ensure your vehicle will continue to run at optimum efficiency. Wherever possible, we recommend combining a service with an MOT testing - as there are elements of the MOT test that servicing does not cover e.g. brake performance readings, emissions testing, and headlight aim.

Find out the difference between a full and interim service below:

Stage 1 Interim Full
Check vehicle history, mileage, & service schedule requirements
Stage 2: Road Test Interim Full
To test overall performance and handling of the vehicle - paying particular attention to any noises or issues associated with steering, suspension, brakes, clutch, bearings and exhaust (e.g. knocking, juddering, pulling etc).
Stage 3: Vehicle on Floor Interim Full
Check interior warning lamps/gauges
Check horn
Check wipers
Check, adjust and top up windscreen washers
Check windscreen and mirrors
Check exterior lightbulbs
Check and top up power steering fluid
Check, test and top up anti-freeze
Check, test and top up brake fluid
Check all apertures including fuel caps and seal
Check seat belts and seat security
Check condition/tension of auxiliary drive belt
Check engine compartment for noises on tick-over
Check, test battery condition and security
Check coolant, hoses, radiator and rad fan operation
Stage 4: Vehicle on Ramp Interim Full
Renew engine oil and filter
Check tyres: tread, pressures, condition, sizes, fitment, including spare
Check steering condition, wear, movement, dust covers. Includes rack, arms, rods, joints, hoses, pump
Check exhaust system, mountings, rubbers
Check brake system. Includes callipers, pipes, hoses, cables, pads and discs. Clean and adjust where applicable Front only
Check suspension condition, wear, movement, dust covers/gaiters. Includes shocks, springs, ball joints, arms, links Front only
Check wheel bearings Front only
Renew air filter (Long life service parts may incur an additional charge)
Renew pollen filter
Renew fuel filter (Long life service parts may incur an additional charge)
Renew spark plugs (Long life service parts may incur an additional charge)
Check wheels and valves
Check drive shafts/ prop shafts, cv joints, gaiters
Check transmission condition/gear box fluid
Check engine for oil leaks
Check fuel system for petrol/diesel leaks
Check chassis for rust/corrosion on sills and prescribed areas
Stage 5: Final Checks Interim Full
Check and advise timing belt replacement interval
Stamp service book
Reset service lights (Subject to the availability of data and equipment)
Road test
Clean engine covers
Lubricate door hinges and bonnet catch

Book a local car service

Need to book your full or interim car service? See our below locations where you can book your car service online:

FREE Collect & Return Service

Our South Godstone branch provides a FREE collection and delivery service within a 10-mile radius of the branch and the following areas when you purchase a full or interim car service:

  • Crawley
  • Sevenoaks
  • Tonbridge
  • Royal Tunbridge Wells

Outside of this 10-mile radius and above areas there is a small charge of £18.

To utilise this service, simply select this option during the checkout process and a member of our team will be in contact to arrange the collection of your vehicle.

Book online

Ready to book your service? Book online with PTA today or contact your local PTA branch for more information.