Ask an expert

Hi, I would like to know how old is my car battery that was manufactured in Japan. How do I tell when it was manufactured based on the markings on the car battery?

What is the best way to test the car battery to see if it needs to be changed?

What is the usual life expectancy for a car battery?

Hi there,
Date determination on a Japanese battery might be hard to determine, unless you can search the manufacturer of the battery and their date numbering system.
It is common for a battery to last an average of 5-7 years these days.
A battery health check by a battery centre or workshop will determine it's suitability and if the battery will see you through the winter.