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Play your part in reducing emissions with a fully-working DPF today

Make sure your filter is up to standard and avoid costly fines

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DPF’s (Diesel Particulate Filter) have been fitted in diesel cars for over 2 decades. They work to reduce the emissions released during driving by capturing the exhaust soot and burning it off over time. This prevents the well-recognisable ‘black smoke’ that you often see flying out of diesel cars on the motorway. On occasion, the regeneration (burning off) process is interrupted in some way and your DPF may not be performing to its full potential. This is where we can help here at Axminster Autos.
Have you been doing a lot of stop/start, city driving recently?

Your DPF may not be performing to its full capacity as a result

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Why choose us

The team here at Axminster Autos are specialists when it comes to ensuring your DPF filter is effectively reducing emissions. We are able to identify the issue and offer appropriate solutions that fit within your budget. Over the years, our team has worked hard to build a strong reputation in our local area as a garage you can trust. And, this has helped us become the name of choice for many car owners too. We’re here to keep your diesel car in top form at all times while ensuring everyone on the road is safe too.

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You might need us when ...
your DPF warning light is either flashing or in a constant state
there is a strong smell of diesel being released from your car
notice that you are constantly having to fill your vehicle with petrol
several fumes and smoke are being let out from your exhaust pipe
it seems as though the level of your oil is higher than usual
you find that your engine is falling into and staying in limp mode

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Are you concerned about the exhaust fumes your diesel car is letting off?

The problem could be a blocked up or deteriorated DPF

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How we work

On occasion, the regeneration process in a DPF cannot happen properly. This means it is unable to burn off the excess soot which increases the amount of harmful emissions released into the atmosphere. Our team can clean your DPF through forced regeneration. Here, we will remove the excess soot manually before refitting it to the car in question. Additionally, we can replace filters that have deteriorated beyond use at a fair and honest price. Once this has been done, we will reset any error lights and return your car to you in full, safe working order once again.

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What our clients say

My family, business and friends all take their cars here as we know we are in the safest possible hands.

Maureen Munchkin
Maureen Munchkin

Superlative customer service, and friendly welcoming atmosphere.

Adrian Ashe
Adrian Ashe

Brilliant mechanics. Reliable and professional.

Michael Cockerham
Michael Cockerham

Simply the best!! I always feel in safe hands at Axminster Autos.

Nelson Grant
Nelson Grant

Excellent garage wouldn't hesitate to go back to first-class service every time.

Steven Lloyd Filby
Steven Lloyd Filby

Would not use anyone else.

Bob Daniels
Bob Daniels

Will always use this garage as they are very approachable, knowledgeable and reasonably priced.

David Ge
David Ge

Brilliant garage and lovely people to deal with.

Jill Buckwell
Jill Buckwell

Friendly, professional and reliable. Wouldn't take my cars anywhere else.

David McCarthy
David McCarthy

It's great to have confidence in an independent garage and get the best advice.

Helen F.
Helen F.

Excellent friendly service! Cannot recommend enough!

Albert Kaluba
Albert Kaluba

The only place to be for your next MOT!

Lee McCarthy-Biggs
Lee McCarthy-Biggs

Excellent service.

Kris Jamroz
Kris Jamroz

Great service for MOT, very friendly staff.

Michael B.
Michael B.
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Our service will help you to ...
get the performance of your engine restored and bring down your exhaust temperatures
improve your fuel economy and enable your engine oil to be used more effectively
extend the overall lifespan of your filter and cut down future maintenance costs
prevent damage to your filter to the point where it cannot be repaired
lengthen the number of years that you hold on to your vehicle for
avoid cracks from forming on your DPF filter due to solidified untreated ash
be a more environmentally friendly driver who is doing their part to reduce pollution

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Take the responsible route with your diesel car today

Prioritise the health of our atmosphere by ensuring you have a high-quality, working DPF fitted

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When you might need us

If you find yourself driving short distances at low speeds, it is likely your exhaust temperature isn’t reaching the right levels to burn off excess soot. Equally, poor servicing using low-quality oils can cause a DPF to become blocked and unable to perform its job properly. In most situations, a long journey on the motorway at a consistently fast speed will allow the soot to burn off. If this doesn’t work, our mechanics are on hand to inspect and identify the issue before providing you with a fair quote for the repair work.

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Why choose Axminster Autos?

Exceptional Customer Service

As a local company, we focus on providing our customers with the best service. Our goal is to become the local mechanic of choice, every single time.

Experienced Mechanics

All of our mechanics are highly skilled and experienced in their trade. This ensures you receive the most honest, high-quality and professional service.

Competitive Pricing

We always provide honest and fair quotations for all the work we recommend. We don’t want you to pay for anything unnecessary or be left out of pocket because of vehicle damage.

Highly Capable

With such an experienced team of mechanics, we are able to offer solutions and services for all aspects of vehicle maintenance and care.

Attention to Detail

We understand how important cars are to family life. That’s why we care for every car we work on as if it was our own.
Consider this service even if ...
your vehicle is still operational despite a flashing DPF light
you have tried off the shelf cleaning fluids that have not worked
you have tried driving the car at a constant speed over a long distance
in the past you had treated your car engine with the wrong oil
a forced regeneration (or other cleaning method) was attempted but failed

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Let us make sure your diesel car is legally-compliant and safe at all times

Trust in Axminster Autos to keep your DPF working properly

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44%

breakdowns attended are due to issues related to a vehicles Batteries

32%

of individuals that discover their vehicle has been damaged believe that it was the result of deliberate intent

5000

is the number of miles you should drive before having your tyres aligned

80%

of windshield replacement claims are as the result of edge cracks

£21bn

is what British car owners spend on vehicle servicing and repairs every year

43%

of car buyers are still opting to purchase cars with manual transmission
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Did you know, you could face a fine of up to Â£1,000 if you remove the DPF from a diesel car? And that, in order to pass an MOT, the DPF needs to be working fully and fitted appropriately? It is vital that you keep this filter clean at all times to minimise the risk of serious damage in the future. That’s where our team at Axminster Autos can help, with years of experience working with diesel cars in the local area. If you’ve noticed issues with car emissions, get in contact today and let us provide you with a fair, honest quote today.

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We want you to avoid the pain of ...
excessive overheating and poor emissions within your exhaust system
constant increased spend at the petrol pump and accompanying oil top ups
decommissioning your vehicle much earlier than you'd initially budgeted for
forever carrying about the stigma of being one of the planets top polluters
allowing wreckage to your filter to reach a point where it becomes irreparable

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Common Questions

How long does it take to clean a diesel particulate filter?

Generally, it will normally take around 30 minutes to 1 hour to manually clean a DPF in our workshop.

How do you clean a DPF?

Your car will have a self-cleaning function that runs automatically when driving to burn the soot off your filter. If this doesn’t work, we can perform a forced regeneration to clear blocked DPF’s.

How do I know if I need to clean/replace my DPF?

If your DPF needs a manual clean or to be replaced, you may notice:

A stagnant, diesel smell
DPF warning light on your dashboard
Loss of power in your engine
Excessive smoke coming from the exhaust

Can I drive with the DPF light on?

Your DPF light should only come on when there is too much soot on the filter that hasn’t been burnt off. Sometimes, a long motorway drive at speed is enough to sort this. However, if the light stays on, you’ll need to get it checked by a professional mechanic.