Annual car service skipped by a third of motorists
Nearly a third of drivers have skipped an annual car service, with cost the most common reason.
According to a survey of more than 1,000 drivers carried out by FixMyCar, 31% said they had ignored a scheduled service.
The data found that 14.3% cited expense as the main reason, 10.9% felt their car did not need a service, 9.3% were unaware cars should be serviced annually, and 7.6% believed a recent MOT was sufficient.
The average quoted price for core services has risen seven per cent in the last year, according to FixMyCar’s Making Tracks report.
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Matt Wrankmore, head of garage network at FixMyCar, said: “Our poll shows that many drivers do not fully understand the difference between MOTs and servicing, or the importance of regular maintenance. We also know that the different types of services available can confuse drivers.
“Interim services, full services and even major services are all valid options. The difference between them is how comprehensive the service is, with an interim service being at the lower end of this and a major service being the most thorough and comprehensive of the three.
“In most cases, an annual full service will be sufficient. However, if you have skipped a service, I would recommend booking a major service in to ensure a thorough check of your car’s health.”
