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What gets checked during an MOT?
What's checked in an MOT? · Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment. Your vehicle's front, rear, brake, fog, indicator and...
May 16, 20221 min read


4 Signs and Symptoms of a Faulty or Worn-out Ball Joint
Ball joints are a common and vital suspension part of the modern vehicle. They're a round bearing in a socket that connects the car's...
May 16, 20223 min read


What Does the ABS Light Indicate and What Causes It to Appear?
Appear? If check MOT history of your car and it shows that a prior failure was caused by the ABS light being on, it's possible that the...
May 13, 20221 min read


4 Symptoms of Worn-Out Wishbones
The front wheel suspension design varies widely depending on the manufacturer and vehicle type. The wishbones connect the wheel carrier...
May 12, 20223 min read
6 Signs You Have a Faulty Macpherson Strut (Front or Rear)
A strut refers to a complete assembly that includes the shock, coil spring, top mount, and top mount bearing. The strut has a significant...
May 11, 20224 min read
How long can I drive without MOT?
The simple answer is, no, it's illegal to drive without an MOT. If your vehicle is more than three years old, you can't drive without an...
May 10, 20222 min read
6 Signs of a Faulty Tie Rod End
All vehicles require tie rods for precise steering. Several joints connect the suspension and steering system to the front wheels on the...
May 10, 20223 min read


2 Major Signs and Symptoms of Faulty Stabiliser Bar Links
The stabiliser, or sway bar as it's also known, is responsible for keeping your vehicle steady and behaving smoothly under a variety of...
May 10, 20223 min read


What documents do I need for MOT 2021?
Before you go to your MOT, it would be useful to have both your ongoing MOT testament and V5C Vehicle Registration Document with you....
May 9, 20222 min read


5 Signs That Your Control/Suspension Arm Bushing Is Failing
Every vehicle has control arm bushings at the joints between the upper and lower control arms and the vehicle's frame, just like every...
May 6, 20223 min read
10 Symptoms of a Worn Hub Bearing
The severity of the signs of a worn wheel hub bearing varies. Some may be difficult to detect, causing damage before repair is possible....
May 5, 20223 min read


How often should you service your car?
This is why it is checked during a MOT testing service, and if it is found to be defective, it will result in a MOT test failure. When...
May 5, 20222 min read


5 Signs You Have a Broken Coil Spring
The coil springs keep your vehicle at the proper driving height and make your drive more comfortable. Here's how to detect whether your...
Apr 29, 20223 min read


Is oil level checked in MOT?
The oil check is an important part of an MOT because without it, the garage will not be able to test emission levels. You can check this...
Apr 28, 20222 min read


Here Are 4 Signs That Your Handbrake Is Failing
This is why it is checked during a MOT testing service, and if it is found to be defective, it will result in a MOT test failure. If you...
Apr 28, 20222 min read
What is the most common repair on a car?
The Top 10 Most Common Car Repairs in America · Replace Ignition Coil. ... · Tighten or Replace Fuel Cap. ... · ...
Apr 27, 20222 min read


5 Signs That Your Wheel Bearings Are Worn
It's no secret that owning a car demands a lot of maintenance. Regular oil changes and maintenance are required to keep your car running...
Apr 27, 20223 min read
What are some popular services for auto detailing?
Some popular services for auto detailing include: · Complete Interior Detailing · Services Scion · Services...
Apr 26, 20221 min read
How much do you know about the inner workings of your car or truck ?
i mean it's all right if you're not an automotive engineer of course if you are this video probably isn't for you because here are 10...
Apr 26, 20223 min read


Here Are 4 Signs That Your Handbrake Is Failing
The parking brake cable is the cable that is used to engage the parking brakes on numerous vehicles. It's normally a steel braided cable...
Apr 21, 20223 min read






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