Don’t forget to also

LUBRICATE THE HANDBRAKE MECHANISM adjacent to each rear wheel. This will help prevent it possibly seizing or getting sticky.

EXAMINE ALL PIPEWORK under the bonnet for perishing or leaks. This includes coolant, vacuum and fuel hoses, as well as any metal lines.

CLEAN OUT DRAINHOLES on the body and doors, using something like a small screwdriver or wire – they can get blocked, which will encourage corrosion.

CHECK THE FUEL CAP and make sure that it is securing properly and that the rubber seal hasn’t perished.

CHECK ALL THE WIPERS are performing at optimum efficiency. Inspect them to make sure the rubber blades aren’t perished or torn, which will make them less effective and could ultimately lead to the glass being scratched. Test the washer jets, although they’re under the bonnet and can’t be adjusted.