Seven Signs That Your Car Needs A Service

It’s important to remember to book your car for a service at least once a year or every 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. However, we sometimes must remember to take our vehicles in for this routine check. Thankfully, our cars have various ways of letting us know when they need attention. It’s up to us…

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MOT advisories – what do they mean, and what should I do?

Have you had an MOT advisory? Here’s a guide on what to do. If your car has recently undergone its MOT and the garage has given you a list of advisories, you might be wondering what they mean and what steps you need to take next. Occasionally, you may encounter a few problems with your…

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How important is a car’s service history and how to find it

Maintaining your car’s routine maintenance and servicing is essential to its long-term health. But how can you look up or verify your vehicle’s service history? Whether you are planning to buy or sell a vehicle or use it for personal use, knowing your car’s service history can help you avoid future issues and keep it…

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17th September 2023 – Wales Introduces New 20mph Speed Limit: Are you up to speed on the changes?

A Brief Introduction From Ceiriog Valley Service Centre: In a significant move towards enhancing road safety, the Welsh government will introduce a new 20mph speed limit across many urban areas in Wales. This legislation represents a fundamental shift in how we approach road safety and aims to create safer streets for all residents. This article…

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Our New Refurbished Reception Is Now Open

The Ceiriog Valley Service Centre has recently undergone a refurbishment of its reception area, and it is now open to the public. The renovation was undertaken to create a more welcoming and modern space for visitors. The reception area is the first point of contact for visitors to the centre, and the new design aims…

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10 ways to Prolong the Life of your car

Routine inspections are one of the simplest and most efficient ways to extend the life of your car. A checklist of necessary DIY checks will help you spot issues before they balloon into more expensive repair costs. It may even enable you to avoid difficulties altogether. We advise doing it as frequently as you can,…

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The risk of driving without having your car serviced 

Taking your car in for routine maintenance is one of the most popular ways to keep it in top shape when it comes to vehicle maintenance. A car service is not a yearly legal requirement, unlike the annual MOT, but what are the risks of skipping a service? Any repairs required to guarantee that the…

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Why is my car jerking, juddering or stuttering?

As the colder weather descends and the damp mornings become more prevalent, we are more likely to experience that unwanted judder, stutter and jerk in our vehicle. Ceiriog Valley Service Centre wants to help you understand the cause of that disconcerting movement you’re feeling and look at some different reasons and what you can do…

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