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What is a Pre-Purchase Inspection? A pre-purchase inspection is an independent inspection of the condition and safety of a car. The pre-purchase inspection is done on a used vehicle that someone is looking at buying. It is carried out by an independent mechanic, and...
Cooling system flush Engine coolant (antifreeze) is the liquid used in a cooling system flush. Engine coolant is a heat transfer fluid designed to remove excess heat from your engine. It keeps your radiator cool, which is needed as car engines run hot, especially in...
Vehicle air conditioning is a system within your car that allows you to cool the inside air of the vehicle in warm weather and helps remove condensation in cooler / wet weather such as winter. Air Conditioning (A/C) work by moving a substance called refrigerant...
Failing your Warrant of Fitness A shocking 41% of cars fail their WoF. If your vehicle has had an extension and gone 18 months without being inspected, it is predicted that the extension will create a higher rate of failed WoFs. Due to the extension cars have gone a...
What is a Turbo Timer? A turbo timer is a device designed to keep your vehicle running for a pre-set period of time after you take your key out. This is done in order to allow oil and coolant to run over the turbo bearings to cool the vehicle down. The cool-down...
Breaks (Brakes) are the mechanical device that inhibits motion by absorbing energy for a moving vehicle. It is used for stopping, slowing down, or preventing motion of a vehicle. Brakes work by generating hydraulic pressure when pressing the brake pedal and the...
