Car Parts

There are ongoing costs associated with vehicle ownership. We all know that tyres need to be replaced when they wear thin, and that we need to pay out for insurance, annual servicing and MOT checks too. During a vehicle service, the mechanic will replace many of the parts in the vehicle engine which are designed just to last a short time, such as the oil filter, air filter, spark plugs or fuel filters. These items are easily sourced, and when you shop for your vehicle consumables with us here at CheckMOT, we can supply the full range of different filters and other consumables from all top automotive manufacturers. We can help you get the right filters and components for your vehicle, whether you’re driving a tiny Smart car, or a huge articulated lorry.

Air Filters

The job of the air filter is to clean the air which is being sucked into the engine. A new air filter will be white in colour, and as they pick up the dirt in the air, turn darker in colour. Air filters stop dust, dirt and other particles such as pollen from the air getting into the engine, or into the car where the driver and passengers are sitting. If your air filter gets clogged, you might find that your engine stops working as efficiently, or you start noticing smells in a way you hadn’t before.

Oil Filters

Oil is essential for lubricating the moving parts of the vehicle engine, and as it flows around it can pick up particles from inside the engine. Oil needs to be changed every twelve months on average, and the filter is changed at the same time. Check or website to find out what oil and filter combination you need for your vehicle. If the filter changing pattern is ignored, then not only will the car stop running efficiently, the exhaust fumes will be noticeably oily too.

Spark Plugs

If you drive a car with a petrol engine, it’s the spark plugs which fire up and start the engine when you turn the key. Spark plugs usually need to be changed every couple of years, depending on the mileage the vehicle is doing. One of the classic signs that your spark plugs might be deteriorating is that the engine doesn’t start first time on a cold morning.

Fuel Filter

Contaminants in diesel and oil can cause damage to the engine, and this damage is often expensive to put right. Particles which get into the tank when you are filling up, or which get into the fuel as it flows through the engine are trapped in the filter, preventing damage to the moving parts. The fuel filter needs changed every year, depending on the mileage of the vehicle.

All of these motoring essentials and many more are available from CheckMOT, where you’ll find a huge range of parts for cars, vans, motorcycles and other vehicles. We stock products from all the manufacturers at the best prices around, giving you the best choice for the UK motorist or mechanic.