Recent Car Brake Inspection, repair & replacement Mechanic Reviews in Norfolk
ANDREW, Norwich
SIMON, Norfolk
Volkswagen Golf • Major Service
Colgan’s Car Care
Garage in Norfolk, 18 years of experience
Fully qualified mechanic 18 years of experience - my apprenticeship was done at a local garage. I provide a mobile service in the Norfolk area with the latest diagnostics. I offer a 24hr recovery service t...
SPENCER, SOUTH CREAKE
Land Rover Range Rover Velar • Brake pads replacement - front (all)
FILIP, Ely
BMW 3 Series • Brake pads replacement - rear (all)
KEN, WISBECH CAMBRIDGSHIRE
BMW 2 Series • Brake pads replacement - rear (all)
PAUL, PETERBOROUGH
Fiat 500 • Clutch replacement
Tristan's Autos
Garage in Norfolk, 23 years of experience
I am a fully qualified motor vehicle mechanic with independent and main dealer Experience. I have premises to work from in the Cromer area and cover all makes and models. I can also do some mobile work at y...
JOOLZ, SMALLBURGH, NORFOLK
that needed doing on the vehicle.”
ROBERT, Norfolk
Ford Fiesta • Full Service
Paragon-Automotive
Garage in Norfolk, 11 years of experience
Master technician Kia Ev hybrid vehicle trained PARAGON AUTOMOTIVE mobile mechanic covering all areas of Norfolk and Suffolk all repairs carried out
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JOHN, NORTH LOWESTOFT
Citroen C3 Picasso • Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)
ASHLEY, Norwich
Renault Megane • Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)
East Anglia Auto's
Mobile mechanic in Norfolk, 10 years of experience
EAA is a small team of mobile mechanics, with loads of experience and knowledge to keep you on the road, with the added benefit of not taking you car to a garage. We will come to your home or work and can co...
KEVIN, UNITED KINGDOM
Oliver Fox Professional Mechanic
Garage in Norfolk, 21 years of experience
Hello there! I've Been in the motor trade since 2001, started in a small independent garage then moved on to a Vauxhall dealer workshop for several years, from here I moved to various other Vauxhall worksho...
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ANTHONY, Wisbech
BMW 3 Series • Handbrake cable replacement (driver side)
BRIAN, King's Lynn
MINI Mini Countryman • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
Fk Autos Mobile Mechanic
Mobile mechanic in Norfolk, 5 years of experience
For all your mechanical need on all makes and models motorbikes cars, vans and tractors We do: Servicing, Brakes, Suspension,Steering, Ball joints, Tyres, Cambelts, Welding, Mot and more!
MARK, KINGS LYNN
Ford Fiesta • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
Mckay Autosports Limted
Garage in Norfolk, 25 years of experience
Rover and jaguar 5 years Vauxhall 10 years Manger at Kwik fit 4 years Independent self building myself and my wife after alot of hard choices in November 2019 formed mckay autosports limted specialising...
JASON, WISBECH
Ford Focus • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
Want to learn more about Car Brake inspection, repair & replacements in Norfolk?
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 Norfolk
- Autosolutions Group Ltd, Great Ellingham
- Breckland Mobile Mechanics, Thetford, Norfolk
- J &L Mobile Services, Thetford
- Purnell Mobile Mechanic, Watton
Recent Car Brake inspection, repair & replacement quotes in Norfolk
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