Servicing Your BMW Ensuring that your vehicle remains in pristine condition and performs to optimum standard, a service is an important part of any car maintenance plan and will help to maximise the lifespan of your BMW.Whether you want part of your BMW serviced, or you're looking to get your whole car inspected, a service will ensure that your vehicle is in sound working order, while also detecting any potential issues before they escalate. Despite popular belief, not every BMW needs to be serviced at the same mileage milestone. However, BMW does recommend that you get a service every year or if you drive your car a lot, every 10,000 miles. Happy Customers!"They have always been helpful and honest, big shout out to Suzanne and the team! The mechanics are also great, when I had a concern over my car, they were happy to do a quick check late on saturday morning to make sure my car was safe." - Cassandra TRead more reviews > How do you know when you need a service? Your car needs to be serviced if a year has passed since the last service or if you've driven 10,000 miles. The brand's newest technology (BMW Service Tech) will let you know that you are due a service using its Condition Based Service (CBS) dashboard InfoDisplay. This is only available in newer BMW cars. Other signs that you may need a service include:The check engine light appears on the dashboardYour car is making unusual noisesYou keep stalling despite being in the right gearYou're experiencing difficulties getting up to speedUnusual brake activity Your Next Steps Sell to Carbase Easy Peasy with No Hidden Fees - Value in 60 seconds! Finance Deals £0 Deposit Flexible Finance Deals - Check your budget without affecting credit score! Find Your Next With 1000's to choose from, we can be sure you will find your next car or van with us! @media (max-width: 768px) { .useful-articles-wrapper ul { flex-direction: column; align-items: center; } .useful-articles-wrapper li { width: 100%; min-width: 280px; margin: 10px 0; } .useful-articles-wrapper li img { object-fit: cover; } } @media (max-width: 1024px) { .useful-articles-wrapper ul { justify-content: center; } } Why is a service important?No matter how often you use your car, it's vital that you recognise the importance of regular services. Book A Service > Safety Identifying minor problems before they become major issues, regular servicing can be the difference between your car running smoothly and it being at risk of needing unexpected, costly repairs. Regular servicing also provides peace of mind that your vehicle is safe and in a roadworthy condition. During the service, essential checks are carried out on critical parts of your car. Save money Regular servicing will spot issues early on, allowing them to be fixed before they become more costly. Not only this, but it can also make your BMW more efficient, reducing rolling resistance and fuel consumption. LongevityThe better care you take of your car, the longer it is likely to last. Regular servicing will also help the car retain its value and ensure you get the best possible price if you decide to sell it on. What are the benefits of a BMW service at Carbase? There are lots of benefits that come hand-in-hand with a BMW service at Carbase, including: A service will keep the vehicle running smoothly for many yearsEnsure that vital parts don't let you down when you need them mostAll work carried out on your car is by BMW-trained technicians using genuine BMW partsSave costs in the long runYour BMW will be maintained to the highest standards Find out moreIf you are looking to buy a new used BMW and need your current one serviced, contact Carbase today. Our expert team of friendly staff are more than happy to help you select your next used vehicle today or book you into one of our auto centres. Get Directions Bristol Autocentre Weston Autocentre Lympsham Autocentre @media (max-width: 768px) { .useful-articles-wrapper ul { flex-direction: column; align-items: center; } .useful-articles-wrapper li { width: 100%; min-width: 280px; /* Prevent text compression */ margin: 10px 0; /* Add some space between items on mobile */ } }