Recent Car Brake Inspection, repair & replacement Mechanic Reviews in Herefordshire
A49 Auto Engineering
Garage in Herefordshire, 32 years of experience
We have worked hard to build a reputation for offering a trusted and “value for money” service to all our customers in Herefordshire. We understand the importance of good customer service, with the majority ...
CHARLOTTE, SOUTH HEREFORD
Ford Fiesta • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
KELVIN, BRINGSTY
Skoda Superb • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
MARK, SOUTH HEREFORD
BMW 5 Series • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
GLYN, STUDLEY
Jaguar XF • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
JS Racing & Servicing
Mobile mechanic serving Herefordshire, 8 years of experience
I qualified as a mechanic 20 years ago. I have worked on a wide range of makes of vehicles both in the Czech Republic and the UK. I specialise in VAG vehicles (VW, Audi and Skoda), though I can repair almos...
MATT, LONGHOPE
H.S Autos
Mobile mechanic serving Herefordshire, 10 years of experience
I began my career in Leicester with City Motors completing my 3 year apprenticeship and achieved my IMI level 3 qualification. when I left City Motors I moved to work as a contractor for various brands Jag/L...
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RICHARD, Leominster
Eastlake Garage
Garage serving Herefordshire, 14 years of experience
Our company is based on the belief that our customers’ needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team are committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat ...
GEORGINA, ROSS-ON-WYE
CLIVE, Aberdare
Nissan Note • Diagnostic Inspection
Dwmechanics
Mobile mechanic serving Herefordshire, 21 years of experience
I completed my apprenticeship at Brunel Ford in Bristol for around 4 years before moving to Mercedes and Vauxhall respectively to gain valuable knowledge and understand different makes & models of cars. I h...
ANTHONY, Gloucester
BARRY, Swindon
Kia Sportage • Clutch replacement
Jrb Automotive Solutions
Garage serving Herefordshire, 15 years of experience
Ferrari or ford every car and customer should be treated with the same care and respect. We offer a wide range of vehicle services from mobile maintenance, Mots arranged with free collection and delivery,...
PETER, COLEFORD
Nissan X-Trail • Brake pads replacement - front (all)
MTA Automotive
Garage serving Herefordshire, 20 years of experience
My name is Mark and I have over 20 years experience in the motor trade working at main dealer franchises and local independent garages. I am fully qualified (level 3) in the repair and service of light ve...
Mates Rates Vehicle Services
Garage serving Herefordshire, 22 years of experience
I went into college when I finished school to train as an automotive engineer for two years then moved onto working in garages repairing all different types of vehicles up until 5 years ago when I started my...
SIMON, Worcester
Volkswagen Passat • Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)
KAMALJIT, Birmingham
Mercedes-Benz A-Class • Brake pads replacement - front (all)
Bishop Autos - Mobile Mechanic
Garage serving Herefordshire, 10 years of experience
Bishop autos a local mobile mechanic business set up in 2012 we are a company specialising in the mobile repair, air con and computer diagnostics of today’s vehicles We specialise in Renault and Nissan ...
ALLY, Gloucester
Mercedes-Benz A-Class • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
SALLY, Cheltenham
Hyundai i10 • Full Service
Want to learn more about Car Brake inspection, repair & replacements in Herefordshire?
Read our short guide with information on costs, symptoms and more.
How often should you get your brakes inspected?
You should get your brakes inspected every 6 to 12 months, for example during regular maintenance, during the yearly MOT the brakes are checked as standard. That said, when a brake warning light or brake pad wear sensor lights up on your dashboard make sure you get the get brakes inspected as they can point to an issue. Most modern cars have a brake pad wear sensor that will light up on your warning dashboard when it's time to get the brake pads (and brake discs) replaced.
However, the brake pad sensor cannot detect and alert you of problems that can occur with other parts of the braking system. So even though you've passed the MOT check and have done an annual service, brake problems can occur in the interim. If you're a regular driver, it is recommended to get your brakes inspected more often, for example every six months or every time you do an oil change.
How long should a brake job last?
A brake job like a brake pad replacement can last more than 50,000 miles. It will depend on various factors such as the quality of the brake pads you have fitted, your driving style, and the type of vehicle you own. In certain circumstances brake pads for example may only last around 20,000 miles. Usually, brake discs will also need to be replaced when brake pads are replaced which is an average of around 50,000 miles or so.
What does it mean when my brakes are scraping?
There are a few possible causes for brakes scraping or making a "grinding" noise. The most common causes are:
- Brake pads are worn down
- Brake discs is warped or rusted
In both cases the issue needs to be addressed immediately as ignoring this can be a safety hazard. The pads and shoes that make contact with the brake rotors and drums wear down over time, and eventually need to be replaced.
What does a brake inspection include?
A brake inspection can include:
- Brake pads and discs check
- Brake hydraulics check
- Brake pedal check
- Brake lines check
- Brake fluid level check
With ClickMechanic, a mechanic will carry out an inspection to locate the source of the problem and establish what next steps are needed to rectify the problem. If necessary the mechanic will test drive the car to arrive at a verdict.
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Mechanics in and around Herefordshire
- A49 Auto Engineering, Dinmore Herefordshire
- Automotex, Ledbury
- Dha Remapping And Services, Hereford
Recent Car Brake inspection, repair & replacement quotes in Herefordshire
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Very chatty and knowledgeable, carried out the work within 40 minutes, test drove it to make sure all okay.
Excellent advice given for future - would 100% use again.”