Recent Car Brake Inspection, repair & replacement Mechanic Reviews in Worcestershire
He called me before inspecting the car to find out whether I had seen the car and identify any potential concerns.
The inspection was carried out very thoroughly and he called me afterwards to read through the report.
Rob was very knowledgeable and I would highly recommend him.“
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WILLIAM, Birmingham
Ford Fiesta • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
MTA Automotive
Garage in Worcestershire, 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...
ANYA, Droitwich
Renault Clio • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
MARK, Worcester
Fiat Panda • Clutch replacement
Bidford Vehicle Repairs
Garage in Worcestershire, 12 years of experience
Apprentice served in busy city based independent garage covering all aspects of vehicle diagnostics repair and maintenance. Followed by a number of years in main dealerships giving me up to date working prac...
JAMES, PERSHORE
Land Rover Range Rover • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
JEFFREY, TANWORTH-IN-ARDEN
Mitsubishi Shogun • Major Service
Mates Rates Vehicle Services
Garage in Worcestershire, 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...
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BECKI, Redditch
Hyundai i40 • Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)
KAMALJIT, Birmingham
Mercedes-Benz A-Class • Brake pads replacement - front (all)
Sham's Autos
Garage in Worcestershire, 20 years of experience
Sham's Autos began in 2002 as a business and through the years has developed a strong customer base and the garage has developed into what now is a 4 ramp workshop which includes an MOT ramp, we employ 4 ful...
MVSR
Mobile mechanic in Worcestershire, 24 years of experience
24 Years vehicle technician experience. Apprentice trained at Ford main dealer, various smaller garages including 6 years with an ambulance service Trust and 7 years as a Patrol with The AA. Most recent job ...
ALICE, Droitwich
Ford Fiesta • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
TYRESE, KINGS NORTON
B Autos
Garage in Worcestershire, 5 years of experience
Servicing Diagnostic checks Brakes Mechanical Pre-purchase Inspections
GAIL, Solihull
Hyundai i30 • Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)
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IAIN, Solihull
Ford Fiesta • Interim Service
Automotex
Mobile mechanic in Worcestershire, 10 years of experience
Ben from AUTOMOTEX offers mobile Servicing, Repairs & Diagnostics. With over 10 years Industry experience gained from VW & Honda main dealers as well as Independent garages, you can be rest assured that your...
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PETER, Evesham
Audi A4 Avant • Brake pads replacement - rear (all)
Prestige And Performance
Garage in Worcestershire, 40 years of experience
At Local Motor Services / Prestige and Performance Centre whether it is MOT preparation or vehicle servicing, our highly skilled team has years of experience in providing exceptional auto care services. We p...
DARREN, Evesham
Iveco Daily S Class • Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)
ALEX, EVESHAM, WORCESTERSHIRE
Volkswagen Polo • Lower wishbone replacement - front (passenger side)
Alcester Auto Services Ltd
Garage in Worcestershire, 25 years of experience
A family run business, with traditional old fashioned values. We offer automotive repairs, servicing, diagnostics & MOT's to all makes & models. We are a reliable & trustworthy family run garage offering a ...
SOFIA, Worcester
Suzuki Swift • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
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SCOTT, Coventry
BMW 3 Series • Brake pads replacement - rear (all)
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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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Rob was very friendly, efficient and explained everything to me. I would highly recommend him.“
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