Get your free winter car check at Halfords

It's a good time to get your car winter ready before the mornings get really cold. I took my campervan to Halfords on the Bath Road a couple of days ago where a technician checked my lights, brakes, wheel bearings, tyre pressure and other safety points.

Luckily, the only points that were picked up were that I was low on coolant and needed a new bulb, cost to me just £10. In total, ATA trained technicians check these 15 safety points:

• Are horns and lights working correctly?

• Are brake drums, discs and pads corroded, scored or distorted?

• To check if your suspension components has any signs of corrosion, leaks or wear?

• Are the brake hydraulic system, hoses and pipes free of corrosion, chafing and leaks?

• Do the wheel callipers/cylinders work properly? Are they leaking?

• Does the brake servo work correctly?

• Is the ABS warning light displaying?

• Are handbrake linkages in good condition?

• Do wheel bearings need replacing?

• Are tyres in good condition? Is the pressure correct?

• Have shock absorbers weakened?

• Are there signs of wear, leaks or corrosion on the steering?

• Do the gearbox and clutch work correctly?

• Are propshaft/drive shaft gaiters and joints secured?

• Is the exhaust system secure and leak-free? Is it making a noise?

This free Winter Safety Check is available to anyone and could save you a fortune in the long run, but booking is essential so get in quickly. If you're looking for more ways to save money check out my 10 ways to save £1,000 over the next year.