Size against size
Full service vs Major service
| Full service | Major service | |
|---|---|---|
| How often | Every 12 months or 12,000 miles | Every 24 months or 24,000 miles |
| Covers | Oil and filter change, air filter replacement, cabin filter check, coolant system inspection, brake assessment, suspension and shock absorber evaluation, fluid checks, tyre checks, battery test, lights, steering, suspension, windscreen, wipers, exhaust | Spark plug replacement, fuel filter change, brake fluid replacement, gearbox and clutch inspection, drive belt check, power steering fluid review, radiator and hose inspection, suspension springs and wheel bearing checks, electronic diagnostic scan |
| Time taken | 1 - 1.5 hours | 2 - 3 hours |
Sources: Point-S. Sizes vary a little between companies.
Pick the Full service if...
Full service: every 12 months or 12,000 miles. Takes 1 - 1.5 hours. Covers oil and filter change, air filter replacement, cabin filter check, coolant system inspection, brake assessment, suspension and shock absorber evaluation, fluid checks, tyre checks, battery test, lights, steering, suspension, windscreen, wipers, exhaust.
Full service in full →Pick the Major service if...
Major service: every 24 months or 24,000 miles. Takes 2 - 3 hours. Covers spark plug replacement, fuel filter change, brake fluid replacement, gearbox and clutch inspection, drive belt check, power steering fluid review, radiator and hose inspection, suspension springs and wheel bearing checks, electronic diagnostic scan.
Major service in full →Common questions
What is the difference between a Full service and a Major service?
Full service: Full service. Major service: Major service.
What fits in a Full service?
Full service: every 12 months or 12,000 miles. Takes 1 - 1.5 hours. Covers oil and filter change, air filter replacement, cabin filter check, coolant system inspection, brake assessment, suspension and shock absorber evaluation, fluid checks, tyre checks, battery test, lights, steering, suspension, windscreen, wipers, exhaust.
What fits in a Major service?
Major service: every 24 months or 24,000 miles. Takes 2 - 3 hours. Covers spark plug replacement, fuel filter change, brake fluid replacement, gearbox and clutch inspection, drive belt check, power steering fluid review, radiator and hose inspection, suspension springs and wheel bearing checks, electronic diagnostic scan.