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Car Garage

AV Autos is a trusted, family-run Car Garage, specialising in MOT services, expert vehicle servicing, repairs, diagnostics, and maintenance to ensure your car stays safe, reliable, and in excellent condition.

Booking an MOT at our Car Garage is vital for vehicles over three years old to ensure they meet the necessary safety and roadworthiness standards. All MOT tests at our garage are carried out by fully qualified technicians, authorised by the Government’s Vehicle Operator Services Agency (VOSA), ensuring accuracy and full compliance with legal requirements.

Unlike some garages that promote “free MOT testing” only to suggest unnecessary repairs after a supposed failure, we pride ourselves on our honesty and transparency.

We offer a fixed-price MOT, providing fair and impartial inspections with no hidden costs. You can trust our professional service, knowing that your vehicle will be thoroughly inspected with integrity and expertise every time.

Quality and value are at the core of what we do.

We combine expert craftsmanship with exceptional customer service to ensure an outstanding experience from start to finish.

Our team of fully qualified technicians brings over 30 years of industry experience. With qualifications including Vauxhall Main Dealer certification and Gold Level accreditation, all our MOTs are performed by experienced specialists approved by the Government-appointed Vehicle Operator Services Agency (VOSA).

Areas Covered include Lower Sydenham and surrounding locations, ensuring you receive top-quality service wherever you’re based.

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MOT Services

A MOT test is an annual test needed to assess the safety and roadworthiness of any vehicle 3 years or older. All our MOTs are carried out by experienced MOT specialists approved by the Government appointed Vehicle Operator Services Agency (VOSA).

In recent years, some car garages have started offering “Free MOT Testing” as a way to force customers to pay for expensive replacements and fixes after the test comes up with a “failure” of one kind or another. The customer ends up paying far more than they should, and are understandably angry at having been lured into this scheme.

Our garage offers a different approach – the customer pays a fixed price for their MOT. This allows them to get a simple, honest review of their vehicle with the full confidence that their MOT has been carried out effectively and objectively.

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Vehicle Servicing

Our goal is to maintain the long-term health of your vehicle. Most vehicles require servicing annually in order to replace important components which degrade over time. A basic service involves the replacement of the engine oil and the oil filter. However, in some cases, a new air filter, fuel filter, pollen filter or spark plugs may also be required.

We are meticulous with our attention to detail in order to avoid any future repair work. We ensure that every customer knows exactly what is needed, which extras are optional, and how much each item costs. The customer maintains control over the level of service they want at all times. We strive to be honest and transparent in our service.

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Vehicle Diagnostics

We love to identify and trouble-shoot potential issues with your car. We use premium diagnostic equipment to assess and analyse the values, voltage, stream pattern in live data or actuate affected electronic parts of your car. Our diagnostic toolkit includes:

  • Diagnostic Engine Management
  • Programming
  • Anti-lock Brake System
  • Airbag Security Codes
  • Key programming
  • Vauxhall Tech 2
  • Vauxhall MDI
  • VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda – VDS
  • Other makes – Snap on –
  • Verus, Solus
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Special Diesel Services

We offer two specialist services for diesel engines:

Seized Injectors

Modern diesel vehicles often have a problem with injectors becoming seized. One of the most well-known engines to suffer from this problem is MAR which is used in Vauxhall Vivaros, Renault Traffic or Nissan Primstar. Over recent years we have been called on by other independent garages and big main dealer service-repair centers to remove seized injectors.

The key to successfully removing seized injectors is the use of high-quality, premium tools. We use special hydraulic pullers along with special adaptors for various types of injectors and engines.

Snapped Glow Plugs Removal

Another common issue with diesel engines is snapped glow plugs. This can often be unpreventable. However, you can avoid further damage to the cylinder head by getting it removed professionally. Our premium, high-tech tools are able to remove snapped glow-heater plug without removing or damaging the cylinder head.

At the heart of our work is a commitment to quality and value. We combine expert craftsmanship with exceptional customer service, ensuring a seamless and reliable experience from start to finish.

Our team of fully qualified technicians brings over 30 years of industry experience, including Vauxhall Main Dealer certification and Gold Level accreditation. Every MOT and service is carried out by specialists approved by the Government-appointed Vehicle Operator Services Agency (VOSA), guaranteeing safety, compliance, and peace of mind.

We provide professional vehicle servicing across Lower Sydenham and surrounding areas, covering a full range of services including Air Conditioning & Heating Systems, Engine Management & Replacement, Airbag System Repairs, Wiper & Washer Faults, Window Repairs, Anti-Lock Brake Systems, Key & Remote Programming, and Security Code Services.

No matter your location, AV Autos delivers top-quality, dependable vehicle care tailored to your needs.

Contact us

Unit 2,
Broomsleigh Business Park,
Worsley Bridge Road,
Lower Sydenham,
SE26 5BN

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