"Are MOT Tests and Servicing for Cars Different?"
"MOT Oswestry ( 650+ words)"
[ "Are MOT Tests and Servicing for Cars Different?Since both MOT and car servicing are available at garages in all cities, car owners often get confused about which one to opt for. They are similar but have many differences that set them apart from one another. And car owners must identify which one they should buy.Some people may not fully understand the definition and requirements of both, so lets cover that first. Then we will discuss if you need one of them or both. And if you do require both, then in what order?What Is Servicing?Car servicing is a service provided by garages including multiple tests and inspections of car parts. Once the inspection is finished, the professional will then suggest repairs for your car and parts that need to be replaced.Car servicing is usually of three types: Minor, Major, and Full. The three differ on the components of the car which get inspected by the professional. However, the standards of inspection and condition get determined by the garage itself.It simply means that the garage could ask you to get unnecessary repairs and change parts that might not need changingWhat Is an MOT Test?An MOT test, short for the Ministry of Transport, is a test done on 3-4-years old cars yearly. The government made the test itself and the guidelines for all the inspections included in the test. Once your car is 3-4 years old, you must receive this test at your local garage each yearThe test requires a professional to inspect various parts of your car visually and see if the car is suitable for driving. If there are any faulty or worn-out parts, you must get them changed. The test only includes components that are visible and not parts like the engine.All the tests and quality standards are as defined by the government, so there is no chance of tricking you into unnecessary repairs.Do You Need Both MOT and Servicing?Generally, it is best to get servicing after you receive the MOT tests. The reason is that whatever faulty parts come up in the MOT test can be replaced immediately. So, you would save both time and effort if you do them back to back.But you do not necessarily require full servicing after the MOT test, you can only change or fix parts mentioned. Since the MOT test will identify the issues, you can get specific repairs. So if your garage offers you full servicing after the MOT, do not go for itSuch servicing has all the components of an MOT with a few other additions. Rather, ask the garage to check parts not covered in the MOT and receive the necessary repairs.Which One Should You Receive First?You must remember to go for the MOT first. When you go to the garage, get an MOT first. Then get the additional parts tested for damages. With the MOT test, you can identify the damages and issues in most car parts that are visible. Further, after the MOT Oswestry, you can get your oil changed and ask the professional to check your engine and similar car partsOne thing you must know is that MOT tests and major servicing have various overlapping components. You do not need to pay twice for the same services when you can get the additional parts checked separately.And if a garage asks you to get servicing before the MOT, then do not go for that. You need an MOT test first to identify the problems with the car parts. Then it must get followed by servicing or repairs to fix such car problems.MOT tests and car servicing are both essential whenever they are required. But since both are different and required at different points, you must be careful not to confuse the two. It is easy for a garage to confuse the two.But now that you have read our guide, you can see whether you need only one of them or both. And even if you do choose to get both done for your car, you must first go for an MOT, followed by service." ]