Lifespan
Although a car battery can last for at least five years (when properly cared for), it will usually become worn and inefficient within three years. This reduced lifespan is due to external factors like cold, wet weather – a normal occurrence in the UK. Commuting in congested urban traffic also contributes to decreased battery performance. Much like your smartphone or computer’s battery, your car’s battery deteriorates with each “charge” / engine boost. Not replacing your car battery within the three-year mark often leads to unreliable performance and frequent stalling – which is often a major inconvenience.
How long has it been since replacing your car’s battery? Make sure you’re not stranded roadside during the winter – click below to get a quote for Fixter’s pick-up / drop-off service, starting at £129 (including the battery).
Preventative care & car battery warning signs
According to The Telegraph, battery issues cause over 66% of vehicle recovery calls. Below are some red flags to spot and tips on how to maximise the lifespan of your car’s battery:
Price
The cost of Fixter’s car battery diagnostic test is fixed – the price you see is what you pay. If we discover additional issues with your car’s engine or other components, we’ll provide you with a free, upfront no-obligation repair quote. Our all-inclusive, flat-fee approach is meant to save you time and money. As mentioned, our car battery replacement service starts at £100.
You can read more about the cost of a car battery replacement in our recent blog article.
Replacement process
Replacing your car’s 12V battery may seem like an easy task. However, with battery prices ranging from £50-£200, doing it yourself doesn’t save you that much. Not only must you follow careful instructions to properly replace a car’s battery, but you could miss other preventative care opportunities. During the installation process, your mechanic may find unknown issues which could make you fail an upcoming MOT test. Not passing an MOT can result in huge fines – up to £2,500.
The Sunday Times provides step-by-step instructions on how to replace a car’s battery. To check if a new battery is correctly installed, you’ll have to wait for it to charge and use a battery tester. This process can be time consuming. You’ll also need to check to see if it’s properly fitted – which is an easy mistake. If any of these steps aren’t followed correctly, you risk prematurely wearing the new battery or having a car that won’t start.
Fixter’s thorough car battery replacement service handles:
Garage network
When receiving a car battery replacement with Fixter, your car is in good hands. Our garage network comprises over 35 years of experience and services thousands of cars per month. We work with top networks, including Bosch Car Care, Autofirst, Auto Care, Unipart Car Care, RAC, AA, and Trust My Garage. Our garages receive training from Group Auto, Bosch, and Autofirst, among others to maintain compliance and stay up to date on industry and technological changes. All our garages meet the UK’s MOT standards, and thoroughly tests each car. Additionally, you can count on Fixter to perform regular maintenance check-ups with our full, major, and interim services. Each offering is tailor-made based on the needs of your particular car.
About Fixter
Fixter is revolutionising the car maintenance industry, one repair at a time. Fixter was founded to make car maintenance as easy as booking a taxi. Digital, transparent and stress-free, with world-class customer service. Since launching in Manchester in 2017, Fixter has expanded to more than 100 towns and cities across the UK and provided thousands of car owners with honest, convenient and affordable car repair services.