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Logistics
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Can a mobile mechanic service my car at work?Yes, and it is one of the most popular ways to book. As long as the car park is private land, the vehicle is on a flat surface with room to …Can you service a car on the street?No. The work has to be done on a private driveway or private land, not a public road, shared access road or pay-and-display bay. That is a s…Do I need to be at home during the service?You need to be there at the start to hand over the keys and confirm the work, and at the end to settle payment and go through what was found…How long does a car service take?At Mobile Motor Mate, an oil change takes about 45 minutes, an interim service about an hour, a full service around 90 minutes and a major s…
Diagnostics
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How long does a car battery last?Most car batteries last three to five years. Short journeys, long periods standing, heavy electrical loads and extreme cold all shorten that…What does the engine management light mean?It means the engine control unit has stored a fault code. A steady amber light means get it checked soon; a flashing light means stop drivin…
Cost
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How much does a mobile car service cost?A mobile car service in the UK typically costs between £120 and £250 depending on the service level and the car. Mobile Motor Mate charges f…Is mobile car servicing cheaper than a garage?It is usually cheaper than a main dealer and comparable to a good independent garage, with one real saving on top: you do not lose half a da…
Maintenance
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How often should I service my car?A full service once every 12 months or 12,000 miles, an interim service every 6 months or 6,000 miles if you are a higher-mileage driver, an…What happens if you do not service your car?Degraded oil stops protecting the engine, filters clog, brake and tyre wear goes unnoticed, and small faults become large bills. Missed serv…
Comparison
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Is a mobile car service as good as a garage service?For routine servicing, yes. A mobile technician carries out the same schedule of work with the same manufacturer-quality parts and the same …What is the difference between a car service and an MOT?An MOT is a legally required annual roadworthiness test with a pass or fail result, carried out at an approved test centre. A service is pre…
Servicing
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What is a digital service record?A digital service record is an emailed, timestamped record of the work carried out on your car: date, mileage, service level, parts fitted a…What is included in a car service?Every Mobile Motor Mate service includes an engine oil change and a new oil filter. From there it scales: an interim adds a 39-point inspect…
Longer guides
Mobile car servicing explained: how it works, what it costs, and when it is the wrong choiceFull vs interim vs major service: which one does your car actually need?Car service cost UK 2026: what you should actually payWhat a complete service history is actually worth when you sellThe engine management light: what it means and what to do nextSeven signs your car battery is about to failEngine oil grades explained: what 5W-30 actually meansThe car service checklist: every item a proper service should coverWinter car checks that prevent a January breakdownThe DPF explained: warning lights, regeneration and the £1,000 mistakeServicing a company car or small fleet without losing daysBuying a used car: the checks worth paying for before you hand over money
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