Recent Car Brake Inspection, repair & replacement Mechanic Reviews in South Yorkshire
Luke Wilberforce Mobile Mechanic
Mobile mechanic in South Yorkshire, 15 years of experience
Having done my apprenticeship in an independent garage for 5 years then spending the Last year of the apprenticeship at Volkswagen and spent 7 years thereafter. Left VW for Peugeot then BMW for couple years....
BEN, YORKSHIRE
BMW 1 Series • Brake pads replacement - rear (all)
TIMOTHY, Sheffield
Citroen C4 Cactus • Starter motor replacement
2B Card LTD
Garage in South Yorkshire, 17 years of experience
Vauxhall gold technician , vw technician, bmw technician. Vw comercial technician .
The DPF & EGR Doc Ltd
Garage in South Yorkshire, 10 years of experience
we are a family run business specialising in complex diagnostics issues and emissions problems including dpf filters we also have a fully equipped workshop to carry out general repairs and maintenance we are...
A first class service and highly recommended”
MICHAEL, Doncaster
Porsche Boxster S • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
ANDREW, Barnsley
3h Automotive
Garage in South Yorkshire, 8 years of experience
I started my career as a mechanic at BMW undertaking an apprenticeship which lasted 4 years. After learning all the tricks of the trade at BMW I then went onto Land Rover for 2 years further enhancing my ski...
Pk Autos Limited
Garage in South Yorkshire, 18 years of experience
PK Autos established in 2017, PK Autos as been maintaining and repairing cars to the the highest possible standards. With over 17 years experience in a main dealer we can guarentee a main dealer experience a...
ANDREW, Doncaster
Ford Grand C-MAX • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
ANTHONY, Barnsley
Ford Focus • Battery replacement (vehicles without stop/start system)
Next Car Check Ltd
Garage in South Yorkshire, 21 years of experience
21 years main dealership experience, covering Ford, Vauxhall, Skoda, Peugeot , Citroen and Renault. Working from apprentice technician, through to Workshop controller, to group aftersales manager.
NATHAN, Sheffield
Ford Fiesta • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
GILLIAN, RUGBY
Renault Clio • Water ingress into passenger footwell. Requires scuttle drains clearing and passenger carpet removing to dry out excessive amounts of water (wiring submerged)
A-Z Fast Fit Centre Ltd
Garage in South Yorkshire, 9 years of experience
A-Z Fast Fit service centre LTD is a friendly, family run business and we have been serving the area's motorists, since 2007. We always fit OEM quality parts, all fully guaranteed for 12 months/12,000 miles ...
MARGARET, Rotherham
Only niggle I was without my car a lot longer than expected”
STEPHEN, Derbyshire
Nissan Qashqai • Clutch replacement
Mobile Vehicle Repair
Mobile mechanic in South Yorkshire, 25 years of experience
I graduated from North Notts College and then moved on to do my apprenticeship at a placement in Retford, Nottinghamshire. The garage I worked out of specialized in Vauxhall repairs and servicing. I learned ...
Very knowledgeable too. Thank you”
SPENCER, South Yorkshire
Mazda Mazda3 • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
MARK, DONCASTER
Volkswagen Passat • Indicator bulb replacement (front/side/rear)
Infiniti Service Specialist LTD
Garage in South Yorkshire, 18 years of experience
Worked at various manufacturers
DAVID, Huddersfield
NATHAN, Horsforth
Land Rover Discovery Sport • Full Service
Martin Lee Car Sales Ltd
Garage in South Yorkshire, 15 years of experience
Martin Lee Vehicle Solutions can provide a variety of services including diagnostic tests, vehicle recovery, tyre repairs and vehicle checks. We have a team of passionate and highly qualified technicians ...
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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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