Minor service
12 month / 10,000 mile service
From £120*
- Engine oil
- Oil filter
- New sump plug washer
- Injector cleaner
- Engine flush where required
- Full diagnostic health check
- Battery health check
Independent service centre · Wimborne, Dorset
Vehicle servicing & repairs for every make
Manufacturer-schedule servicing, dealer-level diagnostics and repairs for every make, at local garage prices.
Your independent service centre
Manufacturer servicing at local garage prices
Langs Automotive services and repairs cars of every make and model from our workshop at Three Legged Cross, near Wimborne. From everyday hatchbacks and family SUVs to prestige and high-performance cars, your car is worked on by our qualified technician Chris, so you know it is in professional hands.
We service to your manufacturer's schedule with parts of matching quality. On selected models our dealer-grade diagnostic equipment lets us add the service to the manufacturer's digital service record, so your warranty and service history stay intact where the manufacturer uses one.
Some makes have their own pages: Audi servicing, BMW servicing, Mercedes servicing, Porsche servicing, Volkswagen servicing and Volvo servicing. We also look after vans and commercial vehicles and offer motorhome and campervan servicing.
Service prices
Vehicle servicing at Langs Automotive
Two clear service levels, priced from your registration. Other work, from a gearbox oil service to a wet belt replacement, is quoted for your car.
Major service
24 month / 20,000 mile service
From £249*
- Everything in the minor service
- Spark plugs
- Pollen filter
- Air filter
- Fuel filter
*Prices vary depending on the specific vehicle. Specific oil grades and spark plugs can increase the price. Call with your registration for an exact quote.
How it works
Booking your service
- 1
Send us your registration
Use the booking form or call us. Your registration and mileage tell us which service your car is due and which parts it needs.
- 2
We confirm the price and date
We check the manufacturer's schedule, then call or text to agree the work and a time that suits you.
- 3
Your car is serviced
Chris carries out the service, including the full diagnostic and battery health checks, and tells you about anything else he finds before any extra work is done.
- 4
Your record is updated
Where your manufacturer uses a digital service record and your model is supported, we add the service to it, so your history stays complete.
Diagnostics
Main-dealer diagnostics and programming
Every service includes a full diagnostic health check, and the same dealer-grade equipment is there when something goes wrong. A modern car has many control units, and a basic code reader only sees part of the picture. Our equipment lets us:
- Read fault codes across the car, not just the engine
- Reset service indicators after the work is done
- Update the digital service record on supported models
- Code and programme replacement parts where the car requires it
Warning light on, or a fault that keeps coming back? Book our vehicle diagnostics and we will find the cause before replacing anything.
Is it time?
Signs your car needs a service
Service light or reminder on the dash
Most modern cars count down the miles and days to their next service and put up a reminder when it is due. Give us your registration and we will check what your car needs and reset the indicator when the work is done.
Engine warning light
An amber engine light means a control unit has logged a fault. It may be a sensor or something more serious, so it is worth reading the codes properly with our vehicle diagnostics rather than guessing at parts.
Low or dirty oil
Engine oil wears out with time as well as miles. If you are topping it up between services, or it looks black and thick on the dipstick, the engine is due attention.
Squealing, grinding or a soft brake pedal
Noise when you brake usually means worn pads or discs, and a soft or long pedal can point to old brake fluid. Brakes are checked on every service and we will tell you what is worn before anything is replaced.
Rough running or poor economy
A hesitant engine, a rough idle or a sudden drop in miles per gallon can come from tired spark plugs, a blocked air or fuel filter, or carbon build-up. Most of it is caught at a routine service.
Slow starting
A sluggish start on a cold morning is often the first sign of a weak battery. Our battery health check is included in every service, so you know before it leaves you stranded.
Every make
Makes we service
- Specialist brands
- Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volkswagen, Volvo
- Everyday and family cars
- Ford, Vauxhall, Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Kia, Hyundai, Skoda, SEAT, Mazda, MINI
- French and Italian makes
- Peugeot, Citroën, Renault, Fiat
- Vans and motorhomes
- Commercial vans of every size, and motorhomes and campervans on the common base vehicles
Specialist pages: Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volkswagen and Volvo. Vans go through our commercial vehicle servicing, and motorhomes through our motorhome and campervan servicing.
More than a service
Specialist work under one roof
Alongside routine servicing we carry out an automatic gearbox oil service, engine walnut blasting to clear carbon from the intake valves, underbody ice blasting, laser wheel alignment and ECU remapping, all at our workshop near Wimborne.
Book your carBook your car
Car servicing across Dorset & Hampshire
Our workshop is on Woolsbridge Industrial Estate at Three Legged Cross, an easy run from Wimborne, Ferndown, Verwood, Ringwood, Bournemouth, Salisbury and the New Forest.
Tell us what you need using the form and we'll call or text to agree a time. Prefer to talk? Call 01202 283359.
- Wimborne
- Ferndown
- Verwood
- West Moors
- Ringwood
- Bournemouth
- Poole
- Christchurch
- New Forest
Vehicle servicing FAQs
Which makes and models do you service?
All of them. We service everything from everyday hatchbacks and family SUVs to prestige and high-performance cars. We also have dedicated pages for Audi servicing, BMW servicing, Mercedes servicing, Porsche servicing, Volkswagen servicing and Volvo servicing.
Will an independent service affect my warranty?
No. UK competition law lets you have your car serviced by an independent garage without affecting the manufacturer warranty, as long as the work follows the manufacturer's schedule and uses parts of matching quality. We service to your manufacturer's schedule and record the work properly.
Can you update my car's digital service record?
On selected models, yes. Where the manufacturer keeps a digital service record, our dealer-grade diagnostic equipment lets us add your service to it, the same as a main dealer, which helps protect your warranty and resale value.
What is the difference between a minor and a major service?
A minor (12 month / 10,000 mile) service covers the oil and oil filter, a new sump plug washer, injector cleaner, an engine flush where required and full diagnostic and battery health checks. A major (24 month / 20,000 mile) service adds spark plugs and the pollen, air and fuel filters.
How much does a car service cost?
A minor service starts from £120 and a major service from £249. Prices vary with the vehicle: specific oil grades and spark plugs can add to the cost. Call us with your registration for an exact price.
How often should my car be serviced?
Most cars need a service every 12 months or at a set mileage, whichever comes first, and some use variable servicing where the car tells you when it is due. We check your car's exact schedule from the registration when you book.
Can I book an MOT at the same time?
Yes. You can book an MOT alongside your service, and repairs, diagnostics, wheel alignment and remapping can all be booked through the same enquiry form.
Where are you and which areas do you cover?
Our workshop is on Woolsbridge Industrial Estate, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne BH21 6SU. Drivers come to us from Wimborne, Ferndown, Verwood, Ringwood, Bournemouth, Salisbury and across the New Forest.
What our customers say
4.9Excellent · 216 Google reviewsTim SmithApril 2026 · Google review
As a nervous user of garages (due to past poor experiences), I was pleasantly surprised about the high level of service Rob Lang provided with our Mk6 Golf GTD, which wouldn't start, and was marooned on our driveway. He had it recovered to his premises within hours, and his technician diagnosed and solved several electrical problems, plus he gave it a full service and MOT (and valet). It now drives like when it was new and so will be reprieved. Rob then delivered the car to our house because we couldn't collect it for several days more. We can't thank him enough. His prices are fair and much better than a main dealer I suspect (and very importantly he kept us in the loop).
Ken HowesMarch 2026 · Google review
What a breath of fresh air! Having a problem with Audi RS6 suspension and when I called Rob Lang he booked me in same day to investigate. They identified the problem and also gave the car a good general inspection while it was up on the lift. Super friendly, very knowledgeable and I will be happy to get future routine servicing done by Langs from now on.
Tim LoganMarch 2026 · Google review
Amazing service, from start to finish the team were professional and explained everything. The knowledge and speed were second to none. Our car was fixed, serviced and unexpectedly cleaned within the timeframe quoted. They are not local to me but happy to travel for an excellent experience.
Martin OlliverMarch 2026 · Google review
Having just purchased an Iveco Daily van that had a few issues that needed to be rectified, I used an Iveco dealership who surprisingly did not completely fix the problems. I met Rob and his team of experienced engineers and was extremely impressed by their knowledge and expertise. They identified the cause of all the outstanding problems. This is a company who know what they are doing, and their customer service skills are top-notch.
Danny CoombsApril 2026 · Google review
Got my car fully serviced yesterday, and was pleased with the thorough detail and information the team gave me. Nice office, clean unit and overall welcoming experience.
Steven KingMarch 2026 · Google review
You cannot possibly go wrong by fully relying on their advice and guidance, with work that is second to none. Rob is knowledgeable and kind, with this pervading through all the staff. I was in a really tight spot with poor workmanship from another company; this was sorted out quickly and efficiently and everything made perfect. I cannot rate this company highly enough.
Colin DeanMarch 2026 · Google review
Fantastic team, top quality work at a great price - would definitely recommend.
Lorraine LloydFebruary 2026 · Google review
I was recommended Langs and so glad they did. Amazing service where staff take the time to explain the work carried out. I highly recommend. Thank you Langs for a great experience.
Lisa HarlandMarch 2026 · Google review
Thanks so much for repairing my car Rob. Always first class service and know my car is in the best hands with you and the team there - would highly recommend.
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