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How many Ks or miles do you have on your Vauxhall? For reference, the labour rate in Canada is $96 (44 GBP before taxes). Yeah, the best idea is to check with your owners manual. Perhaps newer cars are better, but typically, the cost goes up as you go from the 24K,48K,96K servicing. Every 96K is the most expensive.
I'm not sure if British law is different from Canadian but here in NA, the manufacturer warranty can still apply if you go to an outside mechanic as long as you keep a detailed listing/report of all the work done on the car. However, I am under the impression most independents don't do keep a very detailed maintenance history of the cars they work on. Or owners don't bother to ask for a detailed report.
However, it's natural to expect warranty work is more easily approved if it's a dealer asking rather than an independent mechanic. Hope this helps.
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