CAR SERVICE AND REPAIR FAQS

CVS can provide you with dealership level service but at independent pricing and friendly personal advice for your vehicle or fleet.

Booking in advance can help save you an extra journey however customers are always welcome to drop by any time within our opening hours to speak to a member of the team. We are open from Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm

You can find us and get directions here!

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You can bring your vehicle in for an MOT 28 days prior to the old one expiring and have it post dated.

It usually takes us between 1-2 hours. You must book your car in with us as all of our MOTs are done via appointments. Fill out the form on our quote page or call 01604 953141.

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At regular intervals. Your brakes are your vehicle’s stopping power and it is important to ensure they are functioning at their best. Our team inspect every aspect of your brakes so that your vehicle can continue to stop safely and will always advise on any parts that need replacement or repair.

As part of every Brake Inspection, we check the following parts:

• pads (and/or shoes)
• calipers
• rotors (and/or drums)
• wheel cylinders
• hardware (springs and adjusters)
• hoses
• parking brake cables
• fluid condition
• wheel bearings and grease seals
• master cylinder fluid exchange

There are several reasons why a check engine light might be displayed on your dashboard from minor fixes to serious issues which could damage your car beyond repair so this always needs investigating at the nearest opportunity. Ensure that you are safe behind the wheel by bringing your car in for a multi-point inspection.

When the oil light on your dashboard comes on, this usually signals that your vehicle has low oil pressure. This drop in oil pressure could be down to a few things: you are low on oil, it needs replacing as it is old and dirty or you have an oil leak. It may require investigation so book it in or get it recovered to CVS.

Generally speaking, no! The engine needs oil to lubricate the moving parts and cool down. If there is not enough oil, the engine will overheat and can result in irreparable damage. If you see the oil warning light come on, the best thing to do is to pull over and turn off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add more if necessary. If your car doesn’t have enough oil, it is not safe to continue driving.

As technology gets more sophisticated, most vehicles will indicate when your next service is due with an electronic reminder on the dashboard. Alternatively, it is advisable to Service on an annual basis depending on the mileage and consumption of your vehicle

We offer three types of service options to suit the needs of your vehicle take a look at our servicing page for more details.

No this isn’t correct. It is your choice where you have your vehicle repaired and serviced! Now due to block exemption laws, you can have a car under a manufacturer’s warranty serviced by us. We can provide Genuine OEM parts should you wish, which will maintain your manufacturer warranty.

This depends on the type of vehicle you have (car, van) and which service is due. Please contact us for a quote!

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You need to change your tyres when they reach the legal limit or if they sustain any irreparable damage.

Our team will be able to advise you on suitable tyres for your vehicle at varying price points.

If your tyre pressure is low, this could result in uneven wear and tear, meaning that you will need to replace them sooner. It also puts you at risk of the tyre popping prematurely and causing an accident.

Yes! It is always advisable to ensure that your vehicle can drive safely and to help prevent any irregular wear and tear on your tyres.