Defender OCTA Servicing in Ashford
Dealership standards, family prices.
👉 Book your Defender OCTA service today — quick, straightforward, and done properly.
Why choose Gill Autos?
- Dealership-level servicing without dealership pricing
- Honest advice — no upselling, no pressure
- Family-run garage you can trust
- Digital service record updates
- Advanced Land Rover diagnostics (TOPIx)
Defender OCTA servicing at Gill Autos
At Gill Autos, we specialise in servicing Defender OCTA vehicles to a high standard — combining expert knowledge with a straightforward, honest approach.
The Defender OCTA is built for performance, comfort, and refinement — and it deserves to be maintained properly. Whether you know exactly what your vehicle needs or want guidance, we’ll help you make the right decision without confusion or unnecessary extras.
We explain everything in plain English, not jargon (no faulty discombobulators, no leaky blinder fluids etc) – so you always understand what’s being done and why.
What’s included in a Defender OCTA service?
Depending on the type of service booked in, you can expect:
- Engine oil and Oil filter replacement
- Air filter replacement
- Cabin filter replacement
- Brake discs, brake pads, brake calipers and brake hoses/pipes inspection
- Brake fluid inspection and testing for condition
- Tyre inspections – including tread depths, cuts and punctures
- Rectifying tyre pressures
- Topping up screen wash and wiper blade inspection
- Tyre pressure monitoring system sensor (TPMS) inspection
- Shock absorbers inspection
- Coil springs inspection
- Suspension arms inspection
- Track rods inspection (inner and outer)
- Drive shaft and gaiters inspections
- Wheel bearing inspections
- Anti-rollbar and linkages inspections
- Heating and cooling efficiency inspections
- Coolant level and leaks inspection
- Transmission oil leak inspection
- Exhaust inspection
- Auxillary/Serpentine belt inspection
- Seat belt inspection
- Number plate inspection
- Clutch operation (manuals only
- AND so much more!
If you’re unsure what your car needs, simply send us your mileage and we’ll advise you properly.
Honest Service, done properly
All of our servicing comes with a 12-month labour warranty for peace of mind.
We can also update your digital service record, giving you the same benefits as a main dealer — without the inflated cost.
At Gill Autos, we believe premium service should feel reassuring, not intimidating. You’ll get clear communication, honest recommendations, and a team that genuinely cares about your vehicle.
You’re not just another job — you’re part of the Gill Autos family.
Will this affect my warranty?
No.
Thanks to the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulations, your manufacturer warranty remains fully valid as long as servicing is carried out to the correct standards using approved parts.
At Gill Autos, we follow all manufacturer guidelines and only use OEM or approved-quality components, so your warranty stays protected.
So, You get the same standard as a main dealership, with a more personal, family feeling AND save money doing so!
Ready to book your Defender OCTA Service?
We make servicing simple, transparent, and hassle-free — just how it should be.
👉 Book online in minutes or call our team on 01784 243456 — we’ll handle everything for you.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated by our customers
“Honest, professional and fairly priced — won’t go anywhere else.”
– Local customer, Ashford
“Top quality service as always – nothing ever a hassle for these lot..”
– Google Review
