Brake Disc replacement & repair made easy

A brake disc is usually either a solid mild steel disc that is mounted between the road wheel and the vehicle's wheel hub or two solid discs cast together with fins in between them to keep them cool under braking. These latter discs are known as vented discs. Some high end vehicles now use carbon or ceramic rather than mild steel as these are generally lighter and more robust - although a lot more expensive!

Some discs are manufactured with a groove pattern or have drilled holes in them, this aids cooling but the main reason is to allow the escape of the gasses produced by the friction between the disc and pads under heavy or prolonged braking.

When the brakes are applied, the two brake pads either side of the disc are forced into the disc surface and “clamp” on to it. The friction slows the speed in which the disc is rotating and thereby slows the vehicle.

How do you know there is something wrong with your brake discs?

If you experience vibration whilst braking.
If the car start to pull to one side under braking.
If you notice (or are advised on an MOT) that the disc surfaces have developed scores, pit holes or cracks.

Please note, if you see a surface of fine rust on a mild steel disc after rain, this is quite normal and will rub off once the brakes are used a couple of times.

When should you consider replacing a brake disc?

Brake discs will gradually become thinner due to the friction between them and the brake pads.

This wear and tear can be hastened by inappropriate brake pads being fitted, worn brake pads and excessive hard braking. If you can see a rough surface you brake pads will feel it! It will be like running the pads over a cheese grater and they will wear out very quickly!

If the brake discs have worn out prematurely or if you are experiencing trouble under braking, it is advisable to seek the help of an expert to investigate the problem and, if necessary, replace the discs as soon as possible. Driving with brakes that do not function properly can, of course, lead to dangerous situations on the road.

Brake discs are supplied and fitted in axle pairs (i.e. front or rear). It is equally important to have new brake pads fitted at the same time otherwise any wear pattern on the pads from the previous discs could severely reduce the contact area between the two. This is so important that no mechanic would consider doing otherwise.

How common are brake disc replacements?

Due to the wear and tear on the surfaces, discs are frequently changed during the life time of a vehicle. Usually this is mileage related, but also the vehicles use and weight can mean more frequent changes.

You should expect to have it done once your car has covered anything between 15,000 and 50,000 miles.

A visual examination of the braking system of your car is included every time it is serviced

How can I extend the lifetime of my brake discs?

As with most parts of your car, the less pressure you put on any part of your car’s brakes, the longer they will last. If you carry heavy loads frequently, or tow a caravan for example, your brake system will come under greater pressure than it would otherwise and as such the discs may wear prematurely. Therefore, removing unnecessary weight from the vehicle will not only improve your fuel consumption, it will reduce the wear on the brakes.

Also consider your driving style. Anticipating the road conditions ahead, keeping your speed as constant as possible, and thereby avoiding sharp braking are all likely to lengthen the interval between brake disc replacements.

What happens during a brake disc replacement?

Mechanic will inspect the brake discs.
If necessary, the brake discs will be replaced along with new brake pads.
Mechanic will check the brake system and, if deemed safe, will do a test drive.

How much does a brake disc replacement cost?

The cost of a brake disc replacement depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having your brake disc replaced by ClickMechanic, by selecting your car at the top of this page

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58 manufacturers for Brake Disc Replacement

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Aixam Parts costs: £104.38 - £125.26 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1	£136	£153 - £153	£223 - £223	Get exact price
Alfa Romeo Parts costs: £118.85 - £221.38 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 3978	£196	£157 - £237	£219 - £326	Get exact price
Aston Martin Parts costs: £581.27 - £809.39 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 46	£651	£627 - £726	£789 - £912	Get exact price
Audi Parts costs: £157.74 - £370.20 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 24871	£292	£197 - £358	£268 - £470	Get exact price
Austin Parts costs: £42.74 - £164.81 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 29	£150	£100 - £218	£165 - £325	Get exact price
Bentley Parts costs: £736.14 - £1,698.84 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 46	£1112	£789 - £1,470	£989 - £1,806	Get exact price
BMW Parts costs: £181.92 - £442.40 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 59002	£327	£228 - £422	£309 - £548	Get exact price
Cadillac Parts costs: £185.37 - £267.62 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 19	£240	£229 - £274	£309 - £369	Get exact price
Chevrolet Parts costs: £95.24 - £241.18 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 2270	£188	£133 - £251	£189 - £340	Get exact price
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Dacia Parts costs: £98.80 - £156.48 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 785	£156	£148 - £185	£217 - £265	Get exact price
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Mechanics that undertake brake disc work

Mac Mobile Mechanics Ltd, Bury, Manchester
Medway Mobile, Kent
Niche Autos Ltd, Wakefield

Paulo Ferreira, London
Precision Car Service Ltd. (P.C.S), Guildford
Press Road Garage, Lytham St. Annes

We Care Auto Repairs Ltd, Notts
Wessex Motors, Christchurch

Recent Brake Disc replacement quotes

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£226.07

Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Tadworth

£213.70

Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)

BMW X3

Swindon

£314.35

Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)

BMW 4 Series

Wellingborough

£164.19

Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)

Vauxhall Astra

Newton-Le-Willows

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What are brake discs?

How does a brake disc work and what are the components?

How do you know there is something wrong with your brake discs?

When should you consider replacing a brake disc?

How common are brake disc replacements?

How can I extend the lifetime of my brake discs?

What happens during a brake disc replacement?

How much does a brake disc replacement cost?

How much does a Brake Disc replacement cost?

Want to know how much you'd pay at a franchise dealer or independent garage?

Check out the ClickMechanic price for a Brake Disc replacement. We use industry standard data & millions of data points so you know what you should be paying

Aixam

£136

£153 - £153

£223 - £223

Alfa Romeo

£196

£157 - £237

£219 - £326

Aston Martin

£651

£627 - £726

£789 - £912

Audi

£292

£197 - £358

£268 - £470

Austin

£150

£100 - £218

£165 - £325

Bentley

£1112

£789 - £1,470

£989 - £1,806

BMW

£327

£228 - £422

£309 - £548

Cadillac

£240

£229 - £274

£309 - £369

Chevrolet

£188

£133 - £251

£189 - £340

Chrysler

£202

£159 - £253

£210 - £343

Citroen

£188

£152 - £233

£224 - £332

Dacia

£156

£148 - £185

£217 - £265

Daewoo

£145

£116 - £178

£173 - £272

Daihatsu

£163

£143 - £190

£214 - £283

Daimler

£175

£184 - £184

£257 - £257

Dodge

£181

£138 - £222