• MOTs

• Servicing

• Cambelts(Timing Belts)

• Clutches

• Exhausts & Catalytic converters

• Bodywork & Cosmetic repair

• Valeting

MOTs by appointment only

Current VOSA Price list

Motorcycles (Class 1 & 2) £27.15

Motorcycles with sidecars £34.65

Cars (Up to 8 passenger seats - class 4) £50.35

Campervans £50.35

Ambulances £50.35

Taxis £50.35

Private passenger vehicles ( 13-16 seats - class 5) £54.65

Class 5 MOTs are by special request only.

Goods Vehicles / light commercial (over 3,000kg up to 3,500kg DGW) £53.80

*All prices subject to change.

Click here for more information on MOT regulations

Special offer:

Half price MOT when booked with a full service.

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Servicing

"Moorside Garage are an approved XPart Auto Service Repair Centre and MG Rover specialist".

Regular servicing can extend the life of a vehicle. The reason for this is simple - defects are found before they become catastrophic.

A small investment in routine servicing and repair, plus a good inspection programme results in a good return on that investment due to:

• Reduced cost of repairs over the life of the vehicle
• Reduced breakdown risk.
• Reduced vehicle time off the road.
• Less inconvenience and unforeseen expense.
• Less likelihood of car accidents.
• The possibility of greater fuel economy.
• The possibility of increased product life.
e.g. tyres last longer, brake discs do not become scored and in need of replacement.

We offer a choice of vehicle manufacturer servicing schedules:

• Oil Filter & Engine Oil Change
• Fuel filter change
• Air filter change
• Pollen filter change
• Spark plug replacements
• Coolant level check
• Safety checks: lights, brakes, wiper blades, tyres

Prices

Small Cars From £60 + vat
Large Cars From £80 + vat

*all prices do not include parts

For high performance and luxury cars please call to confirm costs

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Cambelts (Timing Belts)

At Moorside Garage our trained technicians also provide a cambelt replacement service. This is a vital requirement on most vehicles at manufacturer recommended mileages. If the Cambelt is not replaced at the set intervals it could break which often causes expensive damage to the engine. This can be a complex job which requires skill, specialist knowledge and technical information, all of which is available from Moorside Garage.
For help and advice on engine running please call in and see our specialist.

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Clutches

We offer a range of high quality new clutches from Europe's leading clutch manufacturers. All parts fitted carry a 2 year unlimited mileage guarantee (excluding taxis, driving schools and commercial vehicles).

Moorside Garage employ qualified technicians meaning this often complex task involving extensive stripping down of engine and gearbox components is completed to the highest possible standard.

An example of some common clutch faults are listed below.
It is important to get specialist advice before fitting a new clutch as many symptoms could indicate a problem with the clutch, whilst the real fault may be something completely different such as engine revving, slipping fan belt or minor adjustment. At Moorside Garage our specialist will provide you with a free clutch check and/or help to arrange vehicle recovery if your car is broken down.

Common Clutch faults are:

• SLIP – Caused by oil on the friction plate or worn friction plate, the symptoms of clutch slip would be partial or total loss of drive, vehicle speed lower than normal compared with engine speed.

• DRAG – Clutch cable not at correct adjustment or centre plate sticking on splines. The symptoms of this would be difficulty in obtaining gear, particularly first and reverse gears.

• JUDDER – Caused by warped friction plate or engine / gearbox mounts broken. The symptoms of this would be a shudder and vibration as vehicle moves off from rest.

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EXHAUST & CATALYTIC CONVERTERS

The exhaust system is one of the most hard working components on your vehicle. It is constantly in use whilst the engine is running. An exhaust system on most vehicles usually comprises of four sections:
• Manifold
• Front Downpipe
• Centre Section
• Rear silencer box

All vehicles registered after 1993 are fitted with a catalytic converter. The most common section to become defective is the rear silencer as moisture gathers inside the box and attacks the metal. Corrosion from the inside resulting in holes causes the exhaust to blow. A defective exhaust will mean the vehicle fails the MOT test. It also causes excessive noise; thereby rendering the vehicle illegal which could lead to a fixed penalty fine. An unchecked exhaust may also result in fumes entering the car, which can lead to headaches, sickness and drowsiness.

Catalytic Converters
Catalytic converters are now fitted to all cars to remove harmful pollution from the exhaust gases. This expensive and high-tech component fits in the exhaust system and looks on the outside like a typical silencer box.

The catalytic converter is an integral part of the engine performance system. Sensors, controlled by the engine management system, control the gases entering and leaving the catalytic converter.

The catalytic converter effectiveness is measured by testing the exhaust gas emissions. This is an important part of the MOT and service requirements on all cars today.

The catalytic converter can be damaged if the engine is not properly tuned and excess fuel or oils enter the component. If your catalytic converter or exhaust does become defective and requires replacing, Moorside Garage provides top quality replacement parts at significant saving to dealer prices.

With regular servicing and checks at Moorside Garage we can keep your exhaust system legal and prevent any fumes from entering the vehicle. With our fully skilled technicians we can diagnose any current faults or any faults that may occur in the near future and cause the exhaust or the catalytic converter to become defective.

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Bodywork & Cosmetic repair

All spraying is carried out in our Nova Verta Booth which is large enough to accommodate all cars and Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV’s).
Built in extraction and heaters allow the booth to perform low temperature baking to ensure a durable finish. A Car-o-liner body jig system with precision jigging and measurement facility ensures that damaged body shells and chassis are straightened to the manufacturers' original specifications.

We are currently using the latest water based paint technology.

Other equipment includes:

• ICI colour match paint mixing system
• Fixed dust extraction equipment
• Portable infrared driers
• Upholstery vacuuming and cleaning equipment
• Supermig electric welding gear
• Tecna spot welding gear with pulse facility
• Four wheel alignment

With the environment in mind we only use registered companies to remove our waste products, ensuring they are disposed of correctly. Where possible we will use companies that recycle our waste products including scrap metal and oil.

Our repair service

Free collection and delivery service of all vehicles within a 15 mile radius
Approved by most leading insurance and leasing companies
Free estimation
Free mini valet with every service
Plastic trim repairs

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Valeting

Our services present three basic levels of service, which can also be changed to adapt to your needs or budget. Other services include car vacuuming and roof lining, at competitive prices.

Bronze

• Car Wash
• Carpets & Seat Vacuumed
• Alloys Wheels/trims Cleaned
• Clean & Dress Tyres
• Dress Dashboard
• Clean Door Shuts
• Floor Mats Cleaned
• Interior Windows Polished
• Empty Ashtrays

£20.00 + vat

Silver

• Car Washed and Leathered
• Full Exterior Hand Polis
• Carpets & Seats Vacuumed
• Alloys Wheels/Trims Cleaned
• Clean & Dress Tyres
• Clean & Dress Dashboard
• Clean Door Shuts
• Floor Mats Cleaned
• Interior & Exterior Windows polished
• Clean & Dress Exterior Plastics
• Empty Ashtrays

£40.00 + vat

Gold

• Car Washed and Leathered
• Full Exterior Hand polish (inc door shuts)
• Carpets, Seats & Boot Vacuumed
• Shampoo Seats, Carpets, Boot & Floor Mats
• Alloys Wheels/Trims Cleaned
• Clean & Dress Tyres
• Clean & Dress Dashboard
• Clean & Polish Door Shuts
• Floor Mats Cleaned
• Interior & Exterior Windows Polished
• Clean & Dress Exterior Plastics
• Empty & Cleans Ashtrays

£60.00 + vat

Extras

• Wheels Polished £5
• Car Vacuumed £5
• Roof Lining £5
• Gel Bumpers £5
• Shampoo Boot Mat £5
• Air Freshener £2
• Windscreen Top up £2
• Machine Polish £POA
• Dent Removal £POA

Free collection and delivery service within 15 mile radius with silver and gold valets.

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