How Often Should I Service My Car? A Practical Guide
Regular servicing keeps your car reliable, safe and holding its value. But how often should you actually have it done?
The General Rule
Most manufacturers recommend servicing every 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. Some newer vehicles have variable service intervals based on driving conditions — check your handbook or ask us.
Interim vs Full vs Major Service
Does Servicing Affect My Warranty?
No. Under UK consumer law (specifically the Block Exemption Regulation), you can have your car serviced at any independent garage without affecting your manufacturer warranty — as long as the correct parts and procedures are used.
We stamp your service book and use OE-quality or genuine parts, so your warranty stays intact.
Signs Your Car Is Overdue a Service
Book a Service at Woodseer Autos
We offer interim, full and major servicing for all makes and models at our East London garage. Call 020 7537 2447 to book.
Written & reviewed by
Woodseer Autos Workshop Team
DVSA-authorised MOT testers & mechanics
The Woodseer Autos workshop team are DVSA-authorised MOT testers and qualified mechanics with hands-on experience across all MOT classes (1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 7). Articles are written and reviewed by the same technicians who carry out the work in our East London workshop.
- DVSA-authorised MOT Testing Station — VTS V106376
- MOT classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 7
- Independent garage operating from 14 Copenhagen Place, London E14 7DF
Need help with this?
Call us on 020 7537 2447 or request a booking online.