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Car & bike
Simple car checks, bike care and the rules and paperwork of driving.
- How to check a car's MOT history The free GOV.UK MOT history service shows any car's past MOT results, recorded mileage and advisories. It's essential when buying a used car and hand…
- How to check and top up your engine oil Low engine oil can cause serious, expensive engine damage. Checking it takes two minutes with the dipstick, and topping up is simple if you use the r…
- How to check tyre tread depth UK law says car tyres must have at least 1.6mm of tread. Here's how to check yours with a gauge, the built-in wear bars or a 20p coin.
- How to check your car's tyre pressure Correct tyre pressures help your car brake and steer properly and stop tyres wearing out early. It takes five minutes at home or on a petrol station …
- How to clean and lube a bike chain A clean, lightly oiled chain makes gear changes smoother, pedalling quieter, and your chain, cassette and chainrings last much longer.
- How to de-ice a car windscreen safely On frosty mornings you must clear all your windows before driving. Here's the quick, legal way to do it without cracking the glass or risking your ca…
- How to fix a bike puncture How to get the tyre off, find what caused the puncture, and either fit a new inner tube or patch the old one, at the roadside or at home.
- How to jump-start a car A flat battery can often be brought back to life with jump leads and a second car, or a portable booster pack. The order you connect the leads matter…
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