The government initiated the six-month MOT extension at the start of the coronavirus epidemic in March 2020. It pushed back critical repair work as customers did not send their cars for repairs. A MOT managing director said that garages were surprised by how some customers damaged their cars during the extension. According to the director, […]
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Jun
Jun
An estimated nine out of 10 drivers (89%) were affected by potholes in 2020. This is according to the latest IAM Roadsmart’s annual Safety Culture Report. The issue of improper road repairs is now a major concern for drivers. The study, which tracks drivers’ behaviour to important road safety issues, shows how big the issue […]
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May
May
You would expect electric cars to be more expensive to service and maintain than their petrol or diesel counterparts. However EV’s require less time in the garage and therefore have less impact on your wallet. Which EV parts need servicing? The EVs do not require much attention. Petrol and diesel engines have thousands of moving […]
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Mar
Mar
According to DVSA, road users will be able to take driving lessons in England for about two weeks before the resumed tests. DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) stated that the driving lessons would start from April 12 in just four weeks. Tests will later be conducted after ten days on April 22 as the […]
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Feb
Feb
Cars are highly complex devices combining sophisticated mechanical and electronic components. There is much that can go wrong. Here are the most common causes of the breakdown. The battery The number one cause of a vehicle breakdown is a flat or faulty battery. This is usually indicated by either complete silence or the starter motor’s […]
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May
May
As more and more people avoid public transport and start to complete journeys in their own vehicles we want to ensure your cars are safe, particularly if they have not been used for a while. Some things to look for include flat batteries, flat tyres and brake pads getting stuck. To help make keeping your […]
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Apr
Apr
While your car is stood on the driveway there are a number of things you can do to keep it at its best. Here at Spencer’s MOT and Service Centre we have some tips for you. Preventing brakes from locking on If your handbrake is left on for long periods of time. This can cause […]