HGV Fleet Maintenance Services in Oxfordshire
Our core working hours are 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 12pm on Saturday but if your need is urgent, we are able to work around your loading times too.
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Our core working hours are 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 12pm on Saturday but if your need is urgent, we are able to work around your loading times too. |
Keep your commercial vehicles safe, compliant and earning with professional HGV fleet maintenance from Mick Foden Commercials. Based in Culham, we provide mobile HGV maintenance, safety inspections, defect checks and repairs across Oxfordshire and the surrounding area.
Whether you operate one vehicle or a busy commercial fleet, we help reduce downtime, manage defects quickly and support your ongoing DVSA and operator licence compliance. Our mobile technicians can attend your premises, inspect your vehicles, complete repairs where possible and help keep your fleet roadworthy without unnecessary workshop delays.
Mobile HGV fleet maintenance that keeps vehicles moving
Fleet downtime costs money. Our mobile HGV mechanics help reduce disruption by coming to your vehicle location to carry out inspections, maintenance and repairs. We support operators with scheduled maintenance, running defects, safety inspections, MOT preparation and compliance-focused vehicle checks.
Mick Foden Commercials works with a wide range of HGVs and commercial vehicles, helping operators stay organised, roadworthy and ready for DVSA roadside checks.
Our HGV fleet maintenance services
Daily Defect Checks
Daily walkaround checks are a vital part of keeping HGVs safe and roadworthy. GOV.UK guidance says drivers are responsible for making sure their vehicle is safe to drive and should carry out walkaround checks before a journey. Defects should be recorded and reported so they can be dealt with properly.
We can support your fleet with regular defect checks, helping identify problems before they lead to vehicle downtime, prohibitions or compliance issues.
Common checks include:
Fuel and oil leaks
Tyres and wheel fixings
Brakes and air build-up
Steering
Mirrors, lights, reflectors and indicators
Wipers and washers
Horn
Exhaust smoke
Trailer coupling security
Electrical connections
Body security
Dashboard warnings
Brake Tests
As part of a proactive HGV fleet maintenance programme, regular brake testing helps demonstrate roadworthiness and identify braking issues before they become serious defects.
DVSA guidance says HGV and trailer brakes should be tested by a roller brake tester at least 4 times per year, including at the MOT. DVSA’s brake test best-practice guidance also explains that vehicles should generally be presented loaded to achieve a reliable brake test result.
For brake testing requirements, we can refer customers to Brake Test UK, who provide professional on-site mobile brake testing for commercial vehicles across the UK, including HGVs, PSVs, trailers and other fleet vehicles.
6-Weekly HGV Safety Inspections
Regular safety inspections are a key part of an effective roadworthiness maintenance system. DVSA’s roadworthiness guidance covers daily checks, inspections, maintenance and record keeping for HGVs and PSVs.
We can carry out scheduled HGV safety inspections at your premises, helping you monitor the condition of your vehicles and deal with defects before they become serious.
Prompt On-Site Repairs
When defects are found, speed matters. Our mobile team can complete many repairs on-site, helping reduce downtime and keeping your fleet productive. Where parts or additional work are needed, we help you make practical decisions quickly.
MOT Preparation and Presentation
We help operators prepare vehicles for MOT by carrying out pre-test checks, identifying required repairs and supporting presentation. This gives your vehicle the best chance of passing first time and reduces the risk of avoidable disruption.
Smoke and Diagnostic Checks
We can also support your fleet with smoke tests, diagnostic checks and defect investigation as part of your wider maintenance plan.
Fleet Maintenance Contracts
For operators requiring ongoing support, we can provide maintenance contracts covering safety inspections and repairs.
Why HGV fleet maintenance matters
A well-maintained HGV fleet helps protect your drivers, your vehicles, your operating licence and your customer commitments. Preventative maintenance reduces the risk of roadside defects, missed deliveries, expensive emergency repairs and avoidable downtime.
For fleet operators, effective maintenance is not just good practice. It is part of staying compliant, maintaining roadworthiness and demonstrating that vehicles are inspected, repaired and managed properly.
DVSA can examine vehicles, inspect safety inspection records and review maintenance arrangements during assessments. Its guidance also warns that non-compliance can lead to penalties, prosecution or vehicle prohibitions.
Mick Foden Commercials helps fleet operators stay organised by supporting:
Scheduled safety inspections
Daily defect management
Defect rectification
MOT preparation
Brake and smoke test arrangements
Electronic inspection records
Ongoing maintenance planning
Why choose Mick Foden Commercials?
✔ Mobile HGV mechanics
We come to your premises or vehicle location
✔ Reduced downtime
On-site inspections and practical repair decisions
✔ Compliance-focused maintenance
Support with roadworthiness and DVSA expectations
✔ Experienced team
HGV specialists with knowledge of commercial fleet operations
✔ Flexible support
Scheduled maintenance, urgent defects and ongoing contracts
✔ Local service
Based in Culham and covering Oxfordshire and surrounding areas
Book HGV Fleet Maintenance
Keep your HGV fleet safe, compliant and on the road. Contact Mick Foden Commercials today to arrange mobile HGV fleet maintenance, safety inspections, defect checks or a maintenance contract tailored to your operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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HGV fleet maintenance is the planned inspection, servicing and repair of heavy goods vehicles to keep them safe, roadworthy and compliant. It can include daily defect checks, periodic safety inspections, diagnostics, brake testing, MOT preparation and repairs.
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Yes. Mick Foden Commercials provides mobile HGV maintenance and repairs, attending vehicles at your premises or vehicle location to help reduce downtime.
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Inspection intervals depend on vehicle age, usage, mileage, load type and operating conditions. Many HGVs are inspected around every 6 weeks, but operators should set intervals based on their maintenance system and compliance responsibilities. Mick Foden’s FAQ already explains that HGV safety inspections are often every 6 weeks and trailer inspections every 12 weeks.
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Yes. We support operators with safety inspections, defect checks, repairs, MOT preparation and maintenance records to help keep vehicles roadworthy and ready for checks.
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Yes. For ongoing maintenance, Mick Foden Commercials can provide maintenance contracts covering safety inspections and repairs for vehicles and trailers subject to operator licensing.
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Yes. As part of our HGV fleet maintenance support, we can help customers arrange brake testing through Brake Test UK, a provider of mobile commercial vehicle brake testing. Regular brake testing helps operators maintain roadworthiness records and support DVSA compliance.