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I just purchased a Hyundai Kona, the seller said remember to get it serviced as it's coming up to is 50,000 miles so I put it into Halfords. I was in the Hyundai garage today and the sales person said...
Do some VW cars have electronic water pumps? And do they get changed when the timing belt is renewed?
I am thinking of buying a Honda CR-V 2018 petrol and keeping it for a long time. As such I would be getting the oil changed every six months or 5000 miles, however I have just been told that Honda engines...
I will be changing my 19 plate Toyota Corolla for a brand new one in early March 2024. My current car is due for an annual service and MoT on the 10th. Would it be prudent of me to have it serviced and...
I have a 2018 MB E-Class, it’s done 33,000 miles. The dealer tells me it needs an automatic gearbox service this year - £375 + VAT. Is it strictly necessary, and is that a reasonable price?
How often should the aircon be serviced on my car?
My car was last serviced in February 2022 (Full Service) and since then I have done just 1500 miles. Your opinion: do I really need to have a small service / oil change service every 12 months as VW keep...
Is it best to use main dealer for servicing to keep 10 year warranty, or independent garage using main parts?
How important is a full service history when selling a low mileage car?
Just had my 2019 Renault Zoe serviced. Taken aback to be told it needs a routine 12V battery change and brake fluid replacement. Battery is £140 and brake fluid change £340 plus VAT. Told that specialist...
 

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