Top Mechanics For Cambelt Change, Repair & Replacements in Milton Keynes
127 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 9 years of experience
Qualified mobile mechanic with 9 years of experience working on various makes and models of cars. Specialising in VW/Audi brand
BART, Milton Keynes • 29th January 2024
Volkswagen Tiguan • Timing belt replacement
105 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 10 years of experience
I began my career through Mercedes Benz where I was for 1 year before moving the to AA for a year and onto OnTime Recovery Services for 2 years. In 2010 I took the decision after getting great previous exper...
RICHARD, Milton Keynes • 25th January 2019
163 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 23 years of experience
In total I have over 20 years of experience. The last 11 years I have worked for Ford Service Centre where I have also carried cars and vans repairs.
NORBERT, Milton Keynes • 3rd March 2022
Ford Focus • Timing belt replacement
126 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Milton Keynes, 16 years of experience
Been working in garages for 16 years. The last year been doing mobile mechanics. I love taking on new challenges and getting stuck in. I offer a wide range of repairs including diagnostics, servicing, brake...
GAVIN, Milton Keynes • 24th January 2023
Ford Fiesta • Timing belt replacement
34 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Milton Keynes, 13 years of experience
With over 13 years of experience in the industry, working with well known car dealerships and roadside assistance. 5 years of full time education dedicated to the motor industry. Having the confidence to del...
SIMON, Milton Keynes • 8th September 2023
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque • Timing belt replacement
32 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 10 years of experience
With Main Dealer trained mechanics and over 60+ years of experience between us, we here at GP Auto’s offer our customer excellent rates on all vehicle servicing and repairs. Combined with our friendly atmosp...
WIKTORIA, MILTON KEYNES • 19th January 2021
81 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 20 years of experience
We aim to provide the best possible service to all our customers. Treat your vehicle with care and respect Ensure your vehicle is inspected by a trained and qualified member of staff Examine the vehicle a...
17 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 10 years of experience
Welcome to Euro Auto Services, your all-year-round MOT testing and servicing station in Bletchley, Milton Keynes for all manufacturers and models of car. When you bring your vehicle into Euro Auto Services y...
WENDY, England • 26th June 2024
Vauxhall Vivaro • Timing belt replacement
21 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Milton Keynes, 35 years of experience
Worked for Camden motors dealership leighton buzzard Started Unique car services stoney stratford run for 8 years Started Unique Auto centre newport pagnell ran and worked for approx 8 years Now I have ...
CRAIG, Milton Keynes • 2nd July 2020
Peugeot 307 CC • Timing belt replacement
148 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 30 years of experience
30 years experience working for independent garages. Ten years working for myself. Working on all makes of car’s From Brake pads to Engine rebuilds.
RICHARD, TOWCESTER • 18th August 2023
Citroen C4 Picasso • Timing belt replacement
328 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 20 years of experience
We are a small family run business and understand how important it is for you to have a safe vehicle for you to travel to work, school and for personal reasons. We can come to you at home or work at a time ...
TRACY, Bedfordshire • 22nd August 2024
Ford Fiesta • Timing belt replacement
19 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 15 years of experience
At Mk Garage we believe in providing professional, fairly priced garage services to all our local community. Founded in 2009, we’ve been providing Servicing and MOT testing to Milton Keynes residents for a ...
HELEN, CRANFIELD • 26th October 2021
Fiat Punto Evo • Timing belt replacement
9 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 10 years of experience
I did 3 years mobile mechanic in the beginning. Then been working in a garage at Barton Road since 2015. I am quite good with electrical diagnostics and mechanical diagnostics. We have an MOT statio...
KENNETH, LEIGHTON BUZZARD • 3rd October 2023
Nissan Qashqai • Timing belt replacement
53 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 30 years of experience
I started working on cars with my father (who is a elctro/mechanical engineer) at age 11. When I left school I did an apprenticeship with Ford and worked with Ford for six years. I then moved onto an indepen...
PAUL, Bedfordshire • 25th March 2023
Audi A4 Cabriolet • Timing belt replacement
614 Reviews
Garage serving Milton Keynes, 45 years of experience
I started out in a VW franchise dealer in 1997 undertaking my apprenticeship. Having spent 4 years there I moved onto a more senior role at another VW franchise dealership where I spent another 3 years. Foll...
DYLAN, Bedfordshire • 27th April 2016
Frequently asked questions about cambelt change, repair & replacements in Milton Keynes
Read our answers to questions about cambelt change costs, symptoms and more.
What does a timing belt (cambelt) replacement in Milton Keynes involve?
- Mechanic will remove or loosen the components required to gain access to the cover. This may also involve removing a wheel as well, so do not be alarmed!
- Mechanic will then lock the camshafts and crankshaft in place with timing pins, before removing the old belt and associated guides and tensioner.
- Mechanic will also drain the cooling system and remove the water pump if it is driven by the belt
- Once a cleanup has been done, the mechanic will renew the components and finally fit the new belt.
- Any components removed will be put back in place, the cooling system replenished and the engine started and tested.
- The cooling system will then be bled of air and the vehicle road tested.
What are the signs of a bad timing belt?
Sadly in 99% of cases you will only know if there is an issue with the cambelt when it breaks! This can occur at any time, at any speed and usually at the most inconvenient time and place. This is why manufacturers give recommended replacement intervals, both in terms of age and mileage. It is preventative maintenance that should never be overlooked.
How long will a cambelt replacement take in Milton Keynes?
On average, cambelt change times can range from 1.5 to over 5 hours with an average of 2.7 hours. The time that the job takes will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
When should you change your Cambelt?
Each manufacturer will give a recommended replacement interval for the timing belt on its vehicles. This information is usually available in the Owner Handbook, however if you do not have this in your possession, we are happy to advise accordingly.
If you have purchased a second hand vehicle and it has no timing belt change history, such as a garage invoice, then it is important to err on the side of caution and have it replaced as soon as possible,
Do I need to change the water pump when I change the timing belt?
On many engines, the water pump is driven by the belt as well. If this is the case, it is imperative to have it replaced at the same time. There are two reasons for this, firstly, the water pump is a pulley and bearing that forms part of the circuit the belt travels around and should it fail, then the belt will come off and that is the same as it breaking. Also, water pumps are prone to seizing, which again will break the belt.
The second reason is that should the water pump fail (and not damage the belt etc) and require replacing, then the timing belt would have to be renewed at the same time, so its best to have a new one fitted as a preventative course of maintenance.
Most mechanics will not carry out the work unless the pump is replaced in the situation as they know the consequences!
How do I know if my Cambelt is worn out?
You cannot generally check to see if a belt has been replaced recently or not as not only is access difficult, what you can see doesn’t give clear indication of its age.
Is a faulty cambelt an MOT failure?
No, a faulty cambelt should not lead to an MOT failure, the cambelt or timing belt is not checked as part of an MOT.
How much does it cost to replace the timing belt and the water pump together in Milton Keynes?
On average, the cost for a cambelt or timing belt replacement is £300. A water pump replacement generally costs between £115 and £375.
What does a bad or worn out timing belt sound like?
You may hear a clicking or ticking sound coming from the engine. You may also constantly hear knocking or slapping noises if the timing belt tensioner is unfastened and the timing belt is no longer tensioned correctly. In the worst case scenario you may find that you can't start your car at all if the cambelt has come off or has broken.
Is the timing belt checked in the MOT test?
No, the timing belt is not checked during an MOT test which is why it's essential to get it replaced as per the manufacturer's recommendations. A worn out timing belt can snap and cause expensive damage to the engine.
Can Milton Keynes garages offer home collection and delivery for cambelt change?
Yes, many garages in Milton Keynes are able to offer collection and delivery for a cambelt change. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a cambelt change in Milton Keynes.
Can Milton Keynes mobile mechanics do cambelt change at my home or office?
Typically no, Milton Keynes mobile mechanics cannot do a cambelt or timing belt change at your home or office, because the repair may need to be carried out on a ramp, and may need specialist equipment. Also, the time involved to carry out the work may make it more practical to carry out the work at a garage. However, if there are still some doubts as to what repair is needed, mobile mechanics may be able to carry out a diagnostic inspection at your home or office and then take the car to a garage to carry out the cambelt change.
How much does a cambelt change cost in Milton Keynes?
The average cost of a cambelt change in Milton Keynes varies between £339 and £447, depending on your car's make and model. See the averages for different makes below. We consolidate industry standard data with millions of data points to give you the most accurate price.
Name | Average Cost | |
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Audi | £422 | Get exact price |
BMW | £986 | Get exact price |
Citroen | £335 | Get exact price |
Ford | £335 | Get exact price |
Land Rover | £383 | Get exact price |
Mercedes-Benz | £487 | Get exact price |
Nissan | £408 | Get exact price |
Peugeot | £340 | Get exact price |
Renault | £465 | Get exact price |
Toyota | £441 | Get exact price |
Vauxhall | £305 | Get exact price |
Volkswagen | £362 | Get exact price |
Estimates on average repair costs, such as the above results for a cambelt change, are based on ClickMechanic's quote data which combines multiple third-party sources. Actual costs may vary. We provide estimates on average repair costs for information only and accept no liability for any inaccuracies or errors. If you think an estimate is incorrect, please contact us to let us know.
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Mechanics in and around Milton Keynes
- Active Tyres Ltd, Chesham
- Advance Car Care Ltd T/A Hiq Tyres And Autocare, High Wycombe
- Ak Services, Aylesbury
- Back On Road, Chesham
- Barrows Repair Services BRS LTD, Milton Keynes
- Beckford And Boyt Mobile Autocare Ltd, Aylesbury
- Brian Lewis, Leighton Buzzard
- Bruno Auto Performance, High Wycombe
- Catlin Motor Services, High Wycombe
- City Auto Works, Milton Keynes
- Cns Mobile Autos, Bletchley, Milton Keynes
- Daniel Auto Services, Aylesbury
- Deanshanger Vehicle Services, Milton Keynes
- Diesel Injection Performance Plus Ltd, Aylesbury
- Discount Tyres & Repair Centre Ltd, High Wycombe
- Homan Tyre, Kempston
- Imperium Mobile Auto Solutions, Milton Keynes
- Inspire Engineering Ltd, Hanslope
- Ledster The Mechanic Ltd, Milton Keynes
- Lnr Mobile Auto Repairs, Winslow
- M H Automotive, Milton Keynes
- On The Move Garage, High Wycombe
- One Stop Motor Services, Chipping Norton
- Onestop MOT & Service Centre, Aylesbury
- PROJECT 5 AUTOCARE LTD, Aylesbury
- Pilsburymotorsport, Towcester
- Pintoautos, Aylesbury
- QCD VEHICLE CENTRE LIMITED, Stoke Hammond
- Refined Tuning Autocantre, High Wycombe
- Roadangels, Aylesbury
- Sean, Drayton Parslow
- Serene Motors, Gerrards Cross
- Smc Autos Ltd, Milton Keynes