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Keeping your car regularly serviced is one of the best ways to ensure it stays safe, efficient and reliable on the road. But when booking a service, many drivers come across two common options: minor servicing and major servicing.
If you’re unsure what the difference is, you’re not alone. Understanding what each service includes can help you make the right choice for your vehicle and avoid unnecessary wear or costly repairs later on.
In this guide, we explain the difference between minor and major services, what each typically includes, and how often to book them.
What is a Car Service?
A car service is a routine inspection and maintenance check carried out by trained technicians to ensure your vehicle is operating safely and efficiently. Servicing helps identify small issues before they become major problems and keeps important components in good condition. Regualr car servicing helps to:
Most manufacturers recommend servicing your car once a year, or every 10,000-12,000 miles, whichever comes first.
A minor service is a basic maintenance check designed to keep your vehicle running smoothly between more comprehensive services. It focuses on essential components and fluids that experience regular wear during everyday driving. A typical service may include:
A minor service is usually recommended once a year or at intervals set by your vehicle manufacturer. It’s a quick and effective way to ensure your car continues to perform as expected.
A major service is a far more comprehensive inspection of your vehicle. It includes everything covered in a minor service but goes much further, with additional component checks and replacements.
A major service may include:
We recommend getting your petrol major service every 4 years or 40,000 miles and diesel major service every 6 years or 60,000 miles
This is our general guideline; however, you should always refer to your vehicle manufacturer's recommendations for servicing and note that driving conditions, mileage and vehicle age also affect servicing needs.
Skipping regular servicing may seem like a way to save money, but it can often lead to bigger repair bills in the future. Small issues that go unnoticed can develop into serious problems if left unchecked. Routine servicing helps to detect potential faults early, maintain manufacturer standards, improve driving performance and reduce the risk of breakdowns.
So whether your car is due a minor service or a major service, the expert technicians at Simpson Motor Group are here to help. Our trained team will thoroughly inspect your vehicle and ensure it receives the care it needs to stay in excellent condition.
If you're unsure which service is right for your car, our team will be happy to advise.
Book your minor or major service now with Simpsons Motor Group
