🧰 Should You Get a Service Before an MOT? (And Why It Makes Sense)
🧰 Should You Get a Service Before an MOT? (And Why It Makes Sense)
By Andrews Car Centre – Car Servicing & MOT Specialists in Lincoln
If your car’s MOT is coming up soon, you might be wondering:
“Should I get a service before my MOT, or wait until afterwards?”
It’s a common question — and at Andrews Car Centre in Lincoln, we recommend servicing your vehicle before its MOT wherever possible.
Here’s why it’s the smarter move — and how it could save you money, time, and hassle in the long run.
✅ What’s the Difference Between an MOT and a Service?
Let’s clear this up first:
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An MOT test is a legal check to ensure your car is roadworthy and safe. It checks things like brakes, lights, emissions, tyres and suspension.
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A car service is a mechanical inspection that involves changing parts and fluids (like oil, filters, spark plugs, etc.) to keep your vehicle running well.
Your MOT is a pass/fail test. A service is about preventing problems.
🛠️ Why Servicing Before an MOT Makes Sense
1. ✅ Catch Problems That Might Cause a Fail
During a service, our technicians inspect things like brake pads, tyres, and suspension components — before your car goes in for its MOT.
That means any issues can be spotted and sorted in advance — giving your vehicle the best chance of passing first time.
2. 💸 Avoid Paying for Two Appointments
If your car fails its MOT, you’ll need to book in again for repairs and a retest.
But if we carry out a service and MOT together, we can often repair small issues on the same day — saving you a second visit, extra costs, and wasted time.
3. 🔧 Get It All Done in One Go
Booking a combined service and MOT at Andrews Car Centre means:
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One appointment
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One invoice
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One day off work (instead of two!)
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One happy car
We even offer discounted package deals when you book both together.
4. 🛡️ Protect Your Warranty & Resale Value
A missed service could affect:
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Your manufacturer warranty (if still valid)
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Your resale value (especially with no service history)
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Your car’s long-term reliability
It’s always better to stay ahead, especially if your service is due around the same time as your MOT.
📍 Book Your Service & MOT in Lincoln Today
At Andrews Car Centre, we offer:
✅ Full and interim servicing for all makes & models
✅ DVSA-approved Class 4 MOTs
✅ Combined service & MOT bookings
✅ Same-day turnaround (subject to availability)
✅ Honest advice, fair pricing, and no upselling
We work on petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric cars — and have been proudly serving Lincoln drivers for over 25 years.
📞 Get It All Sorted in One Visit
Don’t wait for an MOT fail to tell you something’s wrong.
👉 Call Andrews Car Centre today, book online, or visit us on Dixon Street, Lincoln for your combined car service and MOT.
✅ Save time
✅ Save money
✅ Drive away with peace of mind
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