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Car Service Cirencester

Welcome to our Cirencester Car Service centre located on1 Mercian Close, Watermoor End, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1LT.

Owning a car isn’t just about getting from A to B; it’s about keeping everything working reliably behind the scenes. Regular servicing plays a key role in maintaining performance, preventing unexpected issues and protecting the long-term condition of your vehicle.

At Elite Garages Cirencester, servicing is carried out in line with manufacturer guidelines, helping ensure your vehicle continues to run efficiently while keeping key components in good working order.

Whether you drive locally or cover longer distances, routine servicing helps keep everything running as it should.

What Does a Car Service Actually Do?

A car service is designed to maintain the condition of your vehicle and identify any developing issues early.

Over time, components naturally wear and fluids degrade. Servicing helps restore and maintain:

  • engine efficiency
  • braking performance
  • fuel economy
  • overall vehicle reliability

It also provides an opportunity to spot minor issues before they become more serious.

What’s Included in a Typical Car Service?

The exact work carried out depends on your vehicle’s age, mileage and manufacturer requirements, but may include:

  • engine oil and oil filter replacement
  • air and cabin filter checks or replacement
  • inspection of coolant, brake fluid and other fluids
  • spark plug replacement where required
  • checks for leaks, wear and safety-related issues
  • inspection of tyres, brakes and suspension

If anything requires attention, it will be explained clearly before any work is carried out.

Car Servicing in Cirencester for All Makes and Models

Regular servicing helps keep your vehicle running efficiently while identifying potential issues before they develop into more costly repairs.

A well-maintained engine supports overall performance and helps ensure key systems such as brakes, suspension and steering continue to operate safely.

At Elite Garages Cirencester, servicing is available for all major manufacturers, including petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles.

Audi Jaguar Mazda
Mercedes Jeep Mitsubishi
Bentley Honda Mini
BMW Kia Nissan
Citroen Land Rover Peugeot
Ford Lexus Renault
Fiat Skoda Volvo
Seat Toyota Volkwagen
Suzuki Vauxhall

 

How Often Should You Service Your Car?

Service intervals vary depending on how your vehicle is used and the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Many vehicles follow a fixed servicing schedule, typically requiring a service every 12 months or around 12,000 miles. This is common for drivers covering moderate mileage or mainly shorter journeys.

Other vehicles use variable servicing systems, which monitor driving conditions and notify you when a service is required. These systems can allow longer intervals between services depending on how the vehicle is driven.

If you’re unsure which schedule applies to your vehicle, it’s always worth checking or having it confirmed during your next visit.

Car Service Levels at Elite Garages Cirencester

Different service levels are available depending on your vehicle’s needs:

  • Bronze Service (Interim) – suitable between annual services or for higher mileage drivers
  • Silver Service (Full Service) – a comprehensive yearly service for most vehicles
  • Gold Service (Major Service) – a more in-depth service based on mileage and manufacturer requirements

Choosing the right level helps ensure your vehicle receives the appropriate level of maintenance.

For a more specific component check such as brake inspection, please visit our Brake Service page.

DESCRIPTION Bronze – Lubricant service + health check Silver – 12,000 miles / 12 months Gold – 24,000 miles / 24 months
LIGHTS AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1:  Check operation of exterior lights ✔ ✔ ✔
2:  Check headlight alignment ✔
3:  Check rear reflectors ✔ ✔
4:  Check operation of instrument warning lamps ✔ ✔ ✔
5:  Check illumination of dash and heater control lamps ✔ ✔
6:  Check battery condition and connections ✔ ✔ ✔
7:  Check horn ✔ ✔ ✔
INTERNAL / VISION
8:  Test / advise alternator output and security ✔
9:  Check door / bonnet lock operation and lubricate locks, hinges and catches ✔ ✔
10:  Check windscreen wiper and washer condition and operation ✔ ✔ ✔
11:  Top up windscreen washer reservoir with additive if required ✔ ✔ ✔
12:  Check / advise pollen filter condition, replace if necessary* ✔ ✔
13:  Check air conditioning system / temperature if applicable ✔ ✔
ENGINE
14:  Drain engine oil and refill* ✔ ✔ ✔
15:  Replace oil filter ✔ ✔ ✔
16:  Replace air filter ✔ ✔
17:  Replace fuel filter (if fitted and external from fuel tank) ✔
18:  Check / advise general oil leaks ✔ ✔ ✔
19:  Check / advise coolant level and antifreeze strength ✔ ✔ ✔
20:  Top up antifreeze if required ✔ ✔
21:  Check coolant hoses for leaks and condition, incl. header tank ✔ ✔ ✔
22:  Check condition and tension of auxiliary drive belts (excl. timing belt) ✔ ✔
23:  Spark plugs changed according to mileage* ✔
24:  Check / clean HT leads and components (if fitted) ✔ ✔
25:  Visual check of fuel system (incl. tank and cap) ✔ ✔
26:  Check timing belt replacement interval & report if due according to mileage / age ✔ ✔ ✔
BRAKES
27: Check brake servo operation ✔ ✔ ✔
28: Check / advise brake fluid level and boiling point ✔ ✔ ✔
29: Top up brake fluid if required ✔ ✔ ✔
30: Visual check of brake pads for wear or damage ✔ ✔ ✔
31: Visual check of brake calipers for leaks and security ✔ ✔ ✔
32: Visual check of brake discs, shoes and cylinders for wear or damage ✔ ✔ ✔
33: Visual check of brake pipes and hoses ✔ ✔ ✔
34: Check operation of handbrake ✔ ✔ ✔
35: Check security of handbrake linkages and travel and adjust if required ✔ ✔
STEERING / SUSPENSION
36: Check condition of road springs ✔ ✔ ✔
37:  Check power steering fluid reservoir ✔ ✔ ✔
38:  Check steering / suspension components for wear and corrosion ✔ ✔ ✔
39:  Check steering rack gaiters condition ✔ ✔
40:  Check shock absorber condition and mounting, report any leaks ✔ ✔
41:  Check wheel bearings for excessive play or noise ✔ ✔
DRIVE SYSTEM
42:  Check drive shaft gaiters for security and report any leaks ✔ ✔
43:  Check gear box fluid level manual / automatic differential (if applicable) ✔ ✔
44:  Check / adjust clutch operation ✔ ✔ ✔
45:  Check for transmission oil leaks ✔ ✔ ✔
46:  Check condition of clutch cable (where visible) ✔ ✔ ✔
47: Full car fault code read ✔
EXHAUST
48: Check / advise condition of exhaust and mountings ✔ ✔ ✔
49: Check / report on additive levels for Diesel vehicles (where applicable) ✔ ✔
TYRES / WHEELS
50: Check tyre condition and tread depth (incl. spare) ✔ ✔ ✔
51: Check / adjust tyre pressures (incl. spare) ✔ ✔ ✔
52: Remove all road wheels and check flanges and mountings ✔
53: Check wheel nut torque to manufacturer’s specification ✔ ✔ ✔
54: Expiry date for the puncture repair cannister (where applicable) ✔ ✔ ✔
FINAL RE-SET / SERVICE BOOK
55: Carry out engine management system scan ✔ ✔
56: Reset vehicle service light where applicable ✔ ✔ ✔
57: Reset Oil quality counter (Diesel vehicles) ✔ ✔ ✔
58: Stamp service book ✔ ✔ ✔

* Additional charges will apply should the vehicle require a pollen filter, special or synthetic oils, platinum or multi-electrode spark plugs.

*Note – Additional service operations may be required for your vehicle make/model and will be an added charge
*Note – Stamp service book as per Elite Service Manual
*Note – WHAT IS A CAMBELT AND WHY DOES IT NEED REPLACING?

Things to Do in Cirencester While Waiting for Your Car Service

If you prefer to leave your car with us while servicing is carried out, there are several places around Cirencester where you can spend some time.