Recent Diagnostic Inspection Mechanic Reviews in Birmingham
B M Mobile Motor Repairs
Mobile mechanic in Birmingham, 22 years of experience
I started off my mechanic career by completing my apprenticeship with a Peugeot dealership in Tamworth and when I qualified I worked with there for around 6 years. The next 10 years were spent working with V...
LINDA, BIRMINGHAM
Citroen C4 Cactus • Diagnostic Inspection
Rps Garage Services Ltd
Garage in Birmingham, 30 years of experience
Has your car been giving you regular problems? Have you noticed a pipe leaking or engine overheating? Maybe it’s time you got your vehicle serviced. Who better to do it than the experts at R.P.S Garage Servi...
The problem that I had with it has been sorted.
Ray was very punctual, friendly and it was a pleasure doing business with him.”
NAOMIE, BIRMINGHAM
Ford Fiesta • Door Open Inspection
NAOMI, Bedworth
Volkswagen Passat • MOT with collection & delivery
Talk Torque Limited
Garage in Birmingham, 17 years of experience
Talk Torque Ltd T/A Car Surgeon™ Car Surgeon™ is an auto repair facility dedicated to quality service and maintenance of general, high-end and performance vehicles at an affordable price. Many mainland...
OSCAR, Birmingham
Vauxhall Corsa • Cooling system pressure test (leak detection)
TREVOR, BURTON ON TRENT
Alfa Romeo Giulietta • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
RDK Classics
Garage in Birmingham, 12 years of experience
At RDK Classics we treat every customer's car as if it was our own pride and joy. No matter what your needs we can help no job is too big or too small. We can tackle a wide variety of work from servicing to ...
CORNELIUS, BIRMINGHAM
Peugeot 508 • Diagnostic Inspection
KEVIN, West Midlands
Jaguar X-TYPE • Major Service
Al-Badar Auto Tech
Garage in Birmingham, 12 years of experience
I am a qualified Vehicle Technician, I carry out vehicle services, as well as basic mechanical repairs. I also have expertise in Engine/Gearbox work such as head gasket repairs, gearbox assembly and replacem...
He was very friendly & his knowledge was very good & knew exactly what he was talking about & will definitely use in the future for any issues I might have.”
RAJINDER, SOLIHULL
Honda CR-V • Diagnostic Inspection
Vip Auto Repairs
Garage in Birmingham, 15 years of experience
I gained my NVQ level 1&2 qualifications through City College Birmingham. Since gaining my qualifications I have always been self employed and initially I contracted for various garages around Birmingham for...
AKILA, BIRMINGHAM
Skoda Fabia • Diagnostic Inspection
AMY, Birmingham
Audi A1 • Full Service
Bak Vag-Tech
Mobile mechanic in Birmingham, 12 years of experience
I began my career with my apprenticeship in Poland before coming to the UK. My first role in the UK was with 4 Cars in Yardley, Birmingham for 7 years before moving across to Whittaker Fleet Care for around ...
Speedy Repairs Ltd
Mobile mechanic in Birmingham, 20 years of experience
I began my career with Formula 1 Auto Centres as a tyre & exhaust fitter for around 1 year. I wanted to gain my proper qualifications so I studied at college to gain my NVQ Level 2 and 3 and subsequently I...
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RAS, Hall Green
BMW 1 Series • Plug-in Diagnostic Inspection
Kjmotors
Garage in Birmingham, 25 years of experience
KJ Motors is an independent garage based in West Bromwich with a five star rating on google and check a trader . Sid as he is affectionately known by the locals owns and runs the garage. Sid is a fully quali...
ANTHONY, Birmingham
BMW 1 Series • Oil Level And Pressure Inspection
Kept me updated regularly”
JON, Wolverhampton
Ford Mondeo • MOT with collection & delivery
Acceler8 Motors
Garage in Birmingham, 12 years of experience
I have 20 years of experience in the motor industry.. My business caters for most makes/models
KENNY, NORTHFIELD
Peugeot 308 • Diagnostic Inspection
BARRY, CHIPPING CAMPDEN
Volvo XC70 • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
Want to learn more about Diagnostic inspections in Birmingham?
Read our short guide with information on costs, symptoms and more.
What is a diagnostic check?
A diagnostic inspection is a job whereby a trained mechanic will check and monitor a problem on the vehicle and wil pin-point what is needed to fix the issue. Whenever there is an issue with your vehicle, a mechanical understanding of the components is required to ascertain the cause. From unusual sounds coming from the engine, to a knocking sound when you travel over bumps and pot holes, it isn't always clear why it is occurring.
What does a diagnostic check involve?
This very much depends on what the issue is, how frequently it occurs and also the location of the suspected problem. A mechanic will be able to go through the symptoms, evaluate the potential causes and reduce the likely culprit down enough to identify the culprit.
Once they have located the cause, if it is something that can be fixed there and then without the requirement of additional time and parts (and in most cases, this is the outcome), they will resolve it for you.
If the rectification requires parts and a return visit, the mechanic will provide you with a no obligation quite for the work and if you wish to proceed, they will arrange return visit with you.
Can I do a diagnostic inspection myself?
Unless you are a qualified mechanic with the required skills, training and equipment to do the job, we strongly recommend a diagnostic inspection is only carried out by a professional mechanic. ClickMechanic can help get you a vetted and local mechanic to carry out the work. Just enter your postcode and your car's registration number at the top of this page and select the work needed to get an instant fixed price up front.
How long does it take to do a diagnostic on a car?
A diagnostic inspection usually takes under 1 hour. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
Do mechanics make house calls?
Yes, a mobile mechanic can call at your house and can inspect the car and diagnose a problem. If there is a minor issue the mechanic will endeavour to carry out any small fixes in the labour time quoted initially (the price of the inspection does not include any additional parts that may be necessary to fix the problem). Should there be any bigger problems the mechanic will provide you with a quote for the work and parts necessary to repair the problem.
How much should a diagnostic check cost?
Cost for a diagnostic check is on average £65. Ultimately the cost of a diagnostic inspection depends on your car, location and problem on the car. Find out what you could save by having a diagnostic inspection carried out by ClickMechanic by selecting your car and location at the top of this page to get a quote
Should I use a mobile mechanic?
Yes, a mobile mechanic is able to help with most repair or diagnostics work on a car. A mobile mechanic carries out repairs on vehicles at a location chosen by you (provided it is safe to work at). You would have the convenience of the mechanic coming to you, instead of having the hassle of taking your vehicle to a garage. Mobile mechanics are able to carry out most repairs this way.
The mechanics on our network are able to ‘Jack-up’ your vehicle to access the vehicle from underneath. Providing there is sufficient space around the vehicle, this won't cause any problems.
What can a car diagnostic test tell me?
A car diagnostic test can tell you if there are any problems with your car's engine, transmission, exhaust system, or other major components. For example, it can reveal whether the car has any faults, such as a faulty oxygen sensor or a misfire in the engine.
Is a car diagnostic free?
You may find some garages advertising that a diagnostic is 'free' but there is usually a hidden fee attached to it. This is because diagnostic tools are expensive and the job takes about an hour or so to complete.
To avoid paying any "hidden" fees, you can book with ClickMechanic which will provide an upfront price for a car diagnostic inspection.
What does it mean if a warning light comes on?
Cars can have a range of warning lights on the dashboard - if it's red, it's a serious and dangerous problem and you should stop driving as soon as it is safe to do so. Yellow or orange generally means something is wrong, to be careful and get it checked as soon as possible.
The warning light symbol that illuminates will usually indicate what component is affected. A full list of warning light symbols and what they mean will be found in the owner's manual or vehicle handbook.
Can I drive with dashboard warning lights?
In the event of a red dashboard warning light, you should immediately stop driving, as soon as it is safe to do so on the road. A red warning indicates a severe fault that requires immediate attention by a qualified mechanic. An orange or yellow light usually indicates that you're fine to continue driving, but you'll need to check for the fault as soon as possible. Make sure to follow manufacturer guidance on this, which you can find in your owner's manual.
Is a car diagnostic covered under warranty?
A car diagnostic test is usually not part of a warranty. However, if there are repairs or replacements needed as part of the diagnostic then this may be covered under the warranty.
Is a car diagnostic covered under insurance?
Diagnostic tests for cars are not generally covered by car insurance, but you may be able to claim repairs afterward. Be sure to check your documents to see if the service you need is covered by your insurance policy.
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Mechanics in and around Birmingham
- ASA Automotive, Birmingham
- Aar Servicing And Accident Repair Group, Birmingham
- Acceler8 Motors, Birmingham
- Al-Badar Auto Tech, Birmingham
- Amdb Autotek Uk, Birmingham
- Auto Solutions West MIDLANDS L, Brierley Hill
- City Mot Dobbs Street Limited, Wolverhampton
- Cosmic Automotive Engineers, Birmingham
- DTC TECH, Birmingham
- Diesel Automotive, Oldbury
- Easy Autos Hagley, Stourbridge
- Farmers Auto Repairs Ltd, Sedgley
- G.C. Services, West Midlands
- GREASY MONKEYS LTD, Birmingham
- Highgate Autos Midland Limited, Birmingham
- Hq Motors, Leicester
- ICH Auto Services Ltd, Wolverhampton
- Kevs Mobile Motors, Walsall
- Nda Solutions, Birmingham
- O S Motors, Birmingham
- P W Motors, Minworth
- RS Motors (Walsall) Ltd, Walsall
- Rolfe Street A R C Ltd, Smethwick
- Rpm, Kidderminster
- Shaft Motors Ltd, Bilston
- Sham's Autos, Birmingham
- Sil Tyres, Birmingham