So much for my cunning cheap service plans...
So much for my cunning cheap service plans...
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Simpo Two

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91,357 posts

288 months

Friday 19th May 2023
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Got an e-mail from the RAC:

'Getting a regular service could stop your car from failing its MOT and save you from expensive repairs. Remember, you’ll need to get an MOT every year if your car is over 3 years old. But servicing can be pricey. So spread the cost over 2 years with an RAC Service and MOT Plan. You’ll be covered for a full service, interim service and 2 MOTs, from £20 a month.'

Well that's cheap, I'll sign up! I wonder if there's a catch?

'Sorry! Looks like your vehicle doesn't meet the eligibility requirements for an RAC Service & MOT Plan. To purchase a plan your vehicle must:
Be a petrol or diesel car or van (we currently exclude hybrid and electric vehicles)
Be less than 20 years old at the time of purchasing a plan
Have an engine size of 3.0 litres or less'

Fell at the last hurdle. Arse!

kevin_cambs_uk

553 posts

77 months

Friday 19th May 2023
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There is always a catch!

I don’t think the word cheap exists in the Aston dictionary

Kev

Simpo Two

Original Poster:

91,357 posts

288 months

Friday 19th May 2023
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kevin_cambs_uk said:
There is always a catch!

I don’t think the word cheap exists in the Aston dictionary

Kev
I've had an idea...

'Have an engine size of 3.0 litres or less'
'Well service half of it then!' nuts

Jon39

14,477 posts

166 months

Friday 19th May 2023
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Simpo Two said:
... Remember, you’ll need to get an MOT every year if your car is over 3 years old. ...

Remember indeed.

They probably think they know what they are talking about.
Remember - you are wrong.

I have a car which is over 3 years old, that does not need an MoT.
It is perfectly legal for use on public roads.