What Is a Battery Check
Car batteries are crucial for everything from starting your car to powering your headlights. If a battery breaks or runs flat, it can leave you stranded.
A battery check involves an inspection and thorough evaluation of your battery’s performance. We measure its charge level, starting power, and ability to hold that charge. Visually, we inspect the charging systems for signs of corrosion around the terminal.
The entire check takes about five minutes. It mightn’t sound like much, but it prevents you from getting stuck by the roadside.
Battery Health Checks
Why you might need a battery health check
Flat or failing batteries are the number #1 cause of breakdowns in the UK, approximately 10% of cars on UK roads rely on a battery that’s underperforming.
Over time, batteries lose strength, which is further exacerbated by the cold weather. During a single winter, a fully charged battery can lose a third of its power. It only takes a brief time left idle to drain it completely.
A battery check can help you:
- Avoid unexpected breakdowns
- Spot signs of battery failure early
- Prepare for winter and cold starts
- Extend battery life with proper care
- Know exactly when it’s time to replace it
Battery Check in Exeter with M&M Tyres
Quick, effective, and a money-saver, a battery check is one of the most important aspects of vehicle maintenance. M&M Tyres has the tools and expertise to diagnose any battery problems ahead of time. We’ll provide a thorough breakdown of our findings, advising on the best solution.
Most of the time, all that’s needed is a clean-up or tightened connections. But if a replacement battery is necessary, we can fit it there and then.
Book an appointment online or call us at 07702 615 145. Whatever you need, we’re here to help.
Frequently asked questions.
Our most frequently asked questions.
If the issue is just a loose connection or mild corrosion, we can fix the problem, restoring your battery’s performance. For anything more serious, we recommend a complete battery replacement to minimise the risk of a sudden failure. The last thing you want is to get stranded because you didn’t get the battery replaced.
A battery check is incredibly quick. We can get it inspected within 5 minutes. Add it onto your existing services when you pop down for a new set of tyres or puncture repair.
We recommend getting your battery tested each year. It’s sensible to book your appointment sometime in September or October, before the cold weather sets in, or if your vehicle has sat unused for long periods.
A battery check is a routine diagnostic procedure to determine whether your vehicle’s battery functions optimally.
For a safe and quick assessment, you can speak to a technician who can help you understand the battery’s health.
