A customer in the garden with an RAC Mobile Mechanic in the background.A close-up of a customer tending to her garden with an RAC Mobile Mechanic in the background.
Service, Repairs & MOT

Car diagnostic for your Jaguar

Book an RAC Mobile Mechanic to diagnose the problem at home and get £50 off repairs over £150

  • State of the art equipment
  • No hidden costs
  • Mechanics you can trust

T&Cs apply. Offer ends 17/08, 23:59.

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Why choose the RAC for a car diagnostic?

With RAC Mobile Mechanics, you can avoid the hassle of taking your vehicle to a garage. They can do a vehicle diagnostic check on your driveway, so you don't even need to leave the house.

When it comes to diagnosing issues with your vehicle, our friendly expert mechanics are here to help. We use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to accurately identify any problems, ensuring your vehicle runs smoothly and safely. The price includes the diagnostic service – no hidden costs. Just friendly, honest experts.

Close up of an RAC Mobile Mechanic underneath a car

Our top pick for your Jaguar

We’ll come to you at home or work

RAC Mobile Mechanic for your Jaguar

At the RAC, we’ve got over 125 years’ experience in offering complete peace of mind to our members. We’re best known for our breakdown service. And now – our new RAC Mobile Mechanics are here to help make every day motoring easier. If you need a service or repair, they’ll come to you at your home or work.

Book a car diagnostic

Our mobile mechanics will spend up to 30 minutes checking your car for faults and talk you through any repairs you might need and give you a report for your records. Plus, when we’ve diagnosed the problem get £50 off mobile mechanic repairs over £150 – for a limited time only. T&Cs apply. Offer ends 17/08, 23:59. 

We use original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standard parts, which means every new part will be the same standard and same quality as the original part it replaced.
Our mobile mechanics are friendly, honest, and backed by the RAC.
Close up of an RAC Mobile Mechanic running a vehicle diagnostic check

Book a repair

It’s easy to book a car repair online. We bring the garage to you with RAC Mobile Mechanics, or find a trusted local garage. Common repair jobs include:

We diagnose and repair clutch issues – whether your clutch is heavy or slipping, or you’re having trouble changing gears.
We check and correct alternator faults to keep your charging system running smoothly.
Oil is vital to a healthy engine, so it’s important to change it regularly.
If your brakes are making noise or you’re noticing reduced stopping power, it’s likely time to replace your brake pads or discs.

And it’s not just car diagnostics that we do for your Jaguar

Mobile mechanics bring the garage to you, saving you the hassle of getting your car to a garage. If you need a service or repair, they’ll come to you at your home or work.

A close up of an RAC mobile mechanic looking under the hood of a car

Try one of our RAC Approved Garages

Car Care Tetbury

4.4/5

Established in 1974, we are Tetbury's premier independent garage offering a dedicated and experienced team of seven mechanics. As a small, family run business we provide a professional yet personal service and a familiar face to all of our returning customers. We have been voted Independent Garage of the Year 2012 by both Motor Trader and the Motor Industry Code of Practice! We offer a full range of services for all makes of cars, four wheel drives and light commercial vehicles. At Car Care Tetbury customer satisfaction is our top priority so please contact us today at whocanfixmycar.com.
Car Care (Tetbury) Ltd, Units 1-3, Priory Industrial Estate, London Road, Tetbury, GL8 8HZ

Triad Of Newport

5.0/5

At Triad our aim is to supply the quality cars at competative prices.All our cars are prepared in our own workshops that carry out servicing, Mot's, Aircon regas,Diagnosis using the latest equipment.Customer satisfaction is our main goal whether you are buying a car or just having a service/MOT. No gimmicks to get you through the door just good old fashioned service." We are a RAC approved workshop and used car sales.
Triad Of Newport, 104 Main Road, Newport, HU15 2RG

Turner Brothers

4.8/5

Established in 2000, Turner Brothers has grown in to one of the most comprehensive and forward thinking garages in the area. Services include anything from bulb replacement to full engine rebuilds and body shop facilities. We are a recommended Bosch Service Centre.
Turner Brothers Limited, Bottoms Mill, Woodhead Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2PX

HiQ Tyres & Autocare Gosport

4.9/5

HiQ Tyre & Autocare Gosport, We are a local business that started from the ground up. As well as MOT’s and Servicing being our strength we are also able to offer Tyres for any vehicle, any size, any brand. In fact we do pretty much anything your car could ever need so if you’re unsure just give us a call. Reg and John the owners own and operate 3 HiQ’s across Hampshire and are experts in the industry with countless years of experience amongst them and the team. We are pleased to support our Military Personnel in Gosport and offer discount on production of ID. Our car care service offer includes Oil & filter service, interim and full car service schedules alongside Manufacturer Approved Warranty vehicle servicing. We also offer exhausts, brakes, clutches, MOT testing, car repairs, air-conditioning services, wheel alignment services and much more. Our team of mechanics and technicians work to the highest standard possible and are highly qualified to work on a range of various car and van marques. We are also proud to offer our customers excellent garage services at an exceptional price. Our trained technicians are very approachable and are able to provide expert advice in the best interest of your vehicle. We also offer Payment Assist so you can split your bill over several payments, however, this excludes payment for Tyres.
104 Fareham Road, Gosport, PO130BB

Kings Autos Ltd

5.0/5

I'm a NVQ level 3 fully qualified mechanic with 18 years experience. I specialize in Mazda vehicles as I worked for them for 15 years however I have worked with independent garages so I am proficient with all makes. We carry out all work from servicing to timing chains.
Kings Autos Ltd Unit 1 Phoenix Road, Lowestoft, NR337NP

Frequently asked questions on car diagnostics

The cost you pay can vary depending on the type of car and how complicated the diagnostic test. Check with your mechanic for a quote.

Yes, a diagnostic test may save you a lot of money. It finds issues early before they become costly repairs. It can also keep your vehicle running efficiently and safely

While you can buy a diagnostic tool, interpreting the results needs expertise. It’s best if you to have a professional mechanic perform the test.

Diagnostic tests take from 30 minutes to a few hours. This depends on what issues are being looked at.

Common diagnostic trouble codes include:

  • P0300: Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
  • P0420: Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold
  • P0171: System Too Lean (Bank 1)

These are general examples, so your car may have different codes. Always check with a mechanic so you get an accurate diagnosis.

Yes, they are. Regular diagnostics can help keep your car in good health. It makes sure that underlying issues are addressed quickly, so you can drive with peace of mind on the road.

Again, keep in mind that mechanics might have their own checklists. Chat with your mechanic to be sure that they address any specific issues you have.