Does getting car service done means it will pass M.O.T guarantee ?

prowla

No.

I once checked over my car and changed a blown light bulb before taking it to the test centre; it failed on another bulb, which must've gone on the way there.

Gaberdeen

No. A major service will not pick up issues like bushings being worn or track rod ends needing replaced. A service relates specifically to the engine, it's lubricants, coolants, filters, plugs and washers. Major items like gallery gaskets, belts, chains etc will also be covered. 

Let me give you an example. A full service does not involve the inspection or replacement of luminary fuses or bulbs. You submit to an MOT and it fails because the fog light isn't working - the servicing of the vehcile does not cover the specific failure, therefore a full service is never a guarantee of passing an MOT.

fred246

A fog light not working would be picked up on the owner's weekly checks.

ontheroad1970

fred246 said:

A fog light not working would be picked up on the owner's weekly checks.

But could go on the way to the test centre, or between the weekly check and the test date.

Catplan

*j* said:

First pass the MOT, then do the service.

This; put it through mot first; find out if it’s worth getting the service.

Flight3287462

fred246 said:

A fog light not working would be picked up on the owner's weekly checks.

Weekly checks?  Surely you check your car everyday?

roddydogs

Amazed someone actually posted the op.

Apodemus

roddydogs said:

Amazed someone actually posted the op.

...and that the thread has run to 3 pages!

Car_54

Hunyani_Flight_825 said:

fred246 said:

A fog light not working would be picked up on the owner's weekly checks.

Weekly checks?  Surely you check your car everyday?

Of course! I haven't needed my fog lights for years, but I check them every day, spring, summer ....

Stubod

..should really check before every journey...I know I do (?)...    .....

...just trying to get to 4 pages really....in answer to the OP I am not sure how many times you can just say "no"....?