Your Trusted Mechanic in Dorking, Horsham & Wider Surrey | Macs Autocare Services Ltd
Visiting a mechanic can sometimes feel like a daunting thing, whether you’re looking to maintain your vehicle via scheduled car servicing, stay road legal with MOT testing, or fix on-going issues via diagnostics and car repairs. To help ease the minds of residents of Dorking, an area from which many motorists visit Macs Autocare Services Ltd in Capel, we’ve looked to answer some questions we frequently receive. But it’s certainly not exhaustive, so if you have something else on your mind, simply pick up the phone and call our friendly MOT garage on 01306 711335.
Dorking Clients’ Questions Answered
How often is car servicing recommended?
Most manufacturers recommend interim car servicing, undertaken at a reputable mechanic such as Macs Autocare Services near Dorking, every 6,000 miles or 6 months (whichever comes first). Annual car servicing is recommended every year or 12,000 miles, and major car servicing every 2 years.
What are the advantages of using an independent mechanic over a fast-fit or chain MOT garage?
Due to lower overheads and the ability to set our own prices, you’ll often find we’re a more affordable choice for everything from car repairs and car servicing, to MOT testing and general automotive works. An independent mechanic like Macs can also provide a more personal, tailored service than an MOT garage which is receiving dozens upon dozens of customers each day.
What kinds of car repairs am I most likely to one day require?
We’ve found that some of the most common car repairs we undertake for Dorking residents are replacing worn-out brake pads and discs, fixing electrical issues like faulty wiring or dead batteries, repairing engine-related problems such as overheating or misfiring, resolving suspension and steering faults, and addressing issues with exhaust systems, such as leaks or damaged components. Keeping on top of regular car servicing and never neglecting MOT testing are two ways to reduce the likelihood of experiencing many of these common faults.
How can I improve the chances of passing MOT testing first-time?
We’d recommend booking in for any overdue car servicing in the immediate run-up to your appointment at an MOT garage. This is a great opportunity for a mechanic to make subtle adjustments, and generally check to see if your vehicle is in good shape before the big day. We’d also recommend Dorking residents pop in should they have noticed any recent change in performance or concerning factors, as we’ll be able to run diagnostics and recommend the appropriate car repairs.