Pre-DVLA Testing and Servicing
1 BODY and CHASSIS
2 SEATBELTS AND INTERNAL AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
3 TYRES, BRAKES, SUSPENSION AND STEERING
4 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD
5 ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
The pre-DVLA testing is your best chance to ensure that every key electrical and mechanical system in your vehicle is working as it is supposed to and meets road safety standards. And you have an improved assurance about your health and safety.
So it’s vitally important that your pre-DVLA test is carried out by a qualified, professional motor mechanic – and that’s exactly what we offer at Autofit.
We are a reliable service centre in Tema that offers friendly advice and qualified service to you. Specialists in pre-DVLA testing and general repairs including brakes, welding, windscreens etc. for most makes of vehicle-diesel, petrol etc
The Pre-DVLA tests can be carried out on your car up to one month prior to the expiry date of an existing certificate.
On passing the Pre-DVLA test, the vehicle will receive a certificate valid from the date of expiry of your existing DVLA certificate.
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Which car servicing programme is best for you?
Interim - 6 Month Vehicle Service / Truck Pre-DVLA Test
This 6-month service/check up is designed for the high mileage car user, or where the manufacturer recommends more frequent checks. This service helps maintain your vehicle and prevents unforeseen faults. Included are an oil and filter change and a wide range of checks on the fundamental items.
Full - 12 month vehicle service
This is a very comprehensive annual service for trouble free motoring. It exceeds most manufacturers service and includes the replacement of spark plugs* and the air filter element as well as changing the engine oil ** and oil filter. High quality parts are used such as Champion spark plugs. We check and record wear and tear items using a colour code reporting system to give you peace of mind
* Additional charge for long-life, platinum and multi-electrode plugs.
** An additional charge will be made for engine sizes in excess of 2200cc. There will be an upgrade charge service for special or fully synthetic oils.
Major - 24 month vehicle service
This 24-month service covers all areas of essential maintenance. In addition to all the items included on the Full service we cover items that are regularly recommended for replacement every 2 years. This includes changing the brake hydraulic fluids and the fuel system filters etc. By having the Major service you make significant saving on the cost of purchasing these extra items separately.
Combined vehicle service and Pre-DVLA Test
Ask about Autofit popular combined "Car Service and Pre-DVLA test" package. Many of the items covered on the Pre-DVLA test are also duplicated on our schedules. If, for example, you elect to have your Full Annual Service carried out at the same time as your annual Pre-DVLA test then we are able to reduce the price of the service giving you a substantial saving.
Service Schedules and colour code reporting
An important part of the best practice policy is our clear service system. We have an extensive list of elements we check on each of our fixed price menu services.
Our trained staffs are available to help you make an informed choice from the above list. When your service has been completed our staff will provide you with a clear report on the condition of your car using the colour codes shown below.
Pre-DVLA Test
What is involved?
The annual testing of your vehicle to ensure it meets minimum road safety standards. You may view the Pre-DVLA test if you wish. It will be carried out by our expert team. You must not interrupt or distract the tester during the inspection. Due to DVLA procedures, items may appear under more than one heading.
Driving Controls
• Steering Wheel and Column
• Footbrake and Servo
• Handbrake
• Light Switches and Horn
• Windscreen Wipers and Washers
Exterior
• Suspension
• Shock Absorber Effectiveness
• Tyres and Wheels
• Body Condition
Lights
• Sidelamps
• Direction Indicators
• Headlamps
• Headlamp Aim
• Reflectors
• Stop Lamps
• Rear Lamps
• Fog Lamps
Under Bonnet
• Braking Components
• Suspension
• Steering
Under Vehicle
• Steering
• Tyres and Wheels
• Foot and Handbrake System
• Suspension and Shock Absorbers
• Wheel Bearings and Driveshafts
• Exhaust
• Chassis
Brake Performance
• Footbrake Efficiency
• Front Brake Balance
• Handbrake Efficiency
Free Brake Checks
If you are ever in any doubt about the state of your brakes, in between our pre- DVLA test services, we provide a no obligation FREE OF CHARGE brake check. Our fully skilled and experienced technicians will:
• Check the condition of friction materials and hydraulics
• Clean and remove dust from drums
• Adjust rear brakes
• Check hand brake
• Check brake fluids
• Test and report
We use the latest equipment to carry out these essential safety checks and only fit brakes that are made to original equipment standards meaning you are guaranteed the highest levels of safety as designed by your vehicle manufacturer. All parts are guaranteed for 6 months or 6,000 miles (whichever is sooner) and if you find the same goods or service cheaper (within 3 miles of the Autofit and 7 days), we will refund the difference.
Brakes
Brakes are a critical safety item and to provide maximum stopping power, your brakes must be at optimum braking efficiency. Regular brake checks and maintenance are of great importance for the safety of your vehicle and help reduce the possibility of more costly bills in the future.
Exhaust
Exhaust Emission
• Carbon Monoxide (CO) Emission
• Hydrocarbon (HC) Emission
• Lambda
• Excessive Visible Smoke
Exhausts & 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
Also on all vehicles registered after 1993 a catalytic converter is fitted. 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 results in hole, which causes the exhaust to blow. A defective exhaust will mean the vehicle fails the DVLA test. It also causes excessive noise; thereby rendering the vehicle illegal. An unchecked exhaust may also result in fumes entering the car, which can lead to headaches, sickness and drowsiness.
All our exhausts carry a 1 year unlimited mileage guarantee.
Catalytic Converters
Catalytic converters 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 and the sensors control the gases entering and leaving the catalytic converter are controlled by the engine management system.
The catalytic converter effectiveness is measured by testing the exhaust gas emissions. This is an important part of the DVLA 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, AUTOFIT provides top quality replacement parts at significant saving to dealer prices.
With regular servicing and FREE checks at Autofit 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.
We are not able to provide an exact quote online. For a discussion and to arrange an appointment for us to look at your vehicle and quote precisely, call 0277426536.