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Recent Mechanic tasks in Berkshire Slough

Rear brake pads (One rear wheel binding

£60

Wexham Street, Buckinghamshire

10th Jun 2024

Rear wheel is binding and making a grinding noise that’s the left or rear passenger side wheel

I need a mechanic to replace the radiator fan and right side CV boot

£200

Upton Park, Berkshire

8th Jun 2024

I need a mechanic to replace the radiator fan and right side CV boot.

Mechanical

£50

Slough, Berkshire, SL1

12th Apr 2024

i need a mechanic to look at a car before purchasing

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What does a mechanic service usually include?

Mechanics are skilled in nearly all aspects of keeping your car maintained, serviced, and repaired, so it’s roadworthy and efficient to run. The exact process during your service will depend on how your mechanic prefers to work and the type of tasks they’re doing, like:

Minor service

This is the most basic engine service a mechanic provides, but it can make a huge difference in whether or not your car can operate efficiently. A minor service usually alternates with a major service, at around the 6-month mark. A mechanic near you can do minor services because your mechanic only needs a flat service to get the job done. They’ll unscrew the sump plug, allowing old oil to drain from your car. Then they’ll remove the old oil filter and replace with a new one that’s the right size for your vehicle. Your mechanic will dispose of your old filter and oil. They’ll also inspect other key components, like your battery, lights, air filters, and other fluids.

Log book servicing / major service

A major service or log book service involves a series of steps in line with your vehicle manufacturer’s service manual. It’ll include a combination of major and minor services, depending on the age of your car, or how many kilometres it’s travelled. Your service may include testing your lights, brakes, and battery. Then checking fluid levels, windscreen wipers, windows, mirrors, steering, suspension, radiator, fan belts, and tyre pressure. Finally, it may also include maintaining/replacing oil filters, hoses, belts, tyres, and wheel alignment. Your mechanic will finish off by stamping your logbook to record the services completed, which can help maintain your car’s resale value.

Roadworthy certificate or pink slip

A roadworthy certificate is a specific vehicle check that’s conducted to ensure your car is in a roadworthy condition and can be operated safely. In some states, it’s required when selling a car or may be required each year to confirm your vehicle is safe for registration purposes. A mechanic will check off a list of predetermined items to verify that your car meets a minimum safety standard set out by your state government. They’ll focus on safety, checking things like tyres, brakes, steering, suspension, rust or damage, seatbelts, windows, lights, and your windscreen.

Major and minor repairs

Sometimes your car might need a little extra attention if you’ve had an accident, broken down, or your drive feels a bit different to normal. A car mechanic can perform minor and major repairs on most vehicles. They’ll use diagnostic equipment to locate the issue and decide on a course of action to get your car back on the road. If they don’t have the necessary spare parts, they may need to order them to finish off your repair and replace any faulty parts. Note that a mechanic service is usually limited to your car’s engine and electrics. It’s best to speak to a panel beater if you also have external body damage. 

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Recent Mechanic tasks in Berkshire Slough

Clutch replacement

£400

Slough, Berkshire, SL1

22nd Mar 2024

Will go in to gear but won’t move

Engine Oil & Filter Change

£65

Middle Green, Buckinghamshire

13th Jan 2024

Engine Oil & Filter Change for 2014 Honda CRV - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 15 January 2024

Clean underside of car covered with oil

£30

Britwell, Berkshire

30th Dec 2023

Appears to be oil leak or oil overfilled need to be clean so mechanic can see what's happening - Due date: Flexible

New brake pad and disc for Honda Civic Type R (2015)

£250

George Green, Buckinghamshire

18th Sep 2023

I need a new Brake pad / disc on one wheels of my Honda Civic Type R reg - (LC65MTK) I have the car booked in with Honda to get all the pads / discs done in a couple of weeks...however the nearside rear has got to the point of constantly squealing whilst driving. And would love to silence it in the meantime before I get it to Honda. - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 19 September 2023

Engine oil light

£200

Slough, Berkshire, SL1

18th Mar 2023

Bike won't start. As oil light is on - Due date: Flexible

Clutch Replacement

£300

Cippenham, Berkshire

17th Jan 2023

I need to check the state of the clutch. If clutch is not completely worn off and can be cleaned at cheaper rate sure otherwise looking for a replacement at cheap rate. - Due date: Flexible - Due date: Flexible

A new clutch

£500

Slough, Berkshire, SL1

10th Feb 2022

Needs a new clutch fitted - Due date: Flexible

Clutch replacement

£350

Slough, Berkshire, SL1

29th Dec 2021

LN67 LWO clutch replacement - Due date: Flexible

Need fan belt put in a golf 55plate reg lr55xwj

£60

Upton Lea, Berkshire

27th Oct 2021

Need a car mechanic to fit in a fan belt - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 27th Oct 2021

I need motorcycle mechanic services

£100

Slough, Berkshire, SL1

27th Jul 2021

Hi and good morning! I have a Kawasaki 550 ZF LTD that's not idling well. Just needs idling adjusted but I have no service manual. Could you have a look pls? Cheers, Jak

I need motorcycle mechanic services

£100

Slough, Berkshire, SL1

3rd Jul 2021

Abs keeps locking on wheels

I need motorcycle mechanic services

£799

Slough, Berkshire, SL1

2nd Mar 2021

Won’t start bike when turning on