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761 Reviews

Garage in London, 30 years of experience

Hi, I’ve been a mechanic since leaving school and have owned and operated my own garage since I was 25 , were you could that I’ve done most jobs on a wide range of vehicles. I’d like to say that my workmans...

221 Reviews

Garage in London, 10 years of experience

Pit Start is the only garage in the UK that carries out all repairs and servicing in full public view. You are allowed to go into the work area and inspect the work while it’s being carried out by our profes...

145 Reviews

Garage in London, 16 years of experience

We are a fully mobile vehicle repair/diagnostics service. With 15 years experience you can rely on us to come to you to save you any hassle of visiting a garage. We use the latest diagnostic technology to...

86 Reviews

Garage serving London, 35 years of experience

I have worked as a mechanic for over 35 years. I have experience with all types of vehicles including American models. I also have a lot of experience in motorcycles and vans repairs and servicing . Worked ...

714 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving London, 13 years of experience

Having previously worked for one of the U.K largest used car dealership I gained valuable experience working with all makes and models for 6 years. I then moved on to further my experience and worked for a...

173 Reviews

Garage serving London, 13 years of experience

I am a qualified mechanic and have 12 years experience working on various makes and models in the uk. I have worked for a range of garages from main dealers to small independent firms. I am also an Mot teste...

GIACOMO, RICHMOND 11th August 2017

Fiat Panda/Panda Classic • Manual gearbox oil drain & refill

110 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving London, 7 years of experience

Worked in a independent garage in Lewisham. Briefly at Kwik Fit. Ford main Dealership 3 years. Range Rover main dealer 2-3 months.

864 Reviews

Garage serving London, 14 years of experience

I have 8 years of experience in the automotive repair industry. I did my apprenticeship at a garage in London and have done mechanical work ever since. I worked at a garage for a few years after the apprenti...

Sms

1055 Reviews

Garage serving London, 20 years of experience

Jon owns and operates SMS Autocare and has been running the business for over 15 years in the Slough area. Prior to setting up SMS Autocare Jon completed his apprenticeship and was then a mobile mechanic for...

76 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving London, 15 years of experience

10+ years working at a DAF main dealer carrying out all aspects of repairs and breakdown services. 5 years self employed repairing and maintaining cars, vans and HGV's, from engine and gearbox rebuilds to ...

603 Reviews

Garage serving London, 12 years of experience

I started my career with Kwik-Fit when I was 16 for a number of years understanding the trade. I moved to work for a few independent garages for around 4 years before working with Vauxhall for 3 years and su...

31 Reviews

Garage serving London, 24 years of experience

My career started out at military school at Bearwood College for a number of years and I undertook my apprenticeship whilst I was here. I moved to work with the Evans Halhaw Group for around 15 years in tota...

46 Reviews

Garage serving London, 12 years of experience

Transylvania Motors has been operating since 2018. We operate a 1 ramp workshop catering for all makes/models & repairs. Adrian the owner originally from Romania completed his apprenticeship with Ford an...

51 Reviews

Garage serving London, 8 years of experience

Qualified mobile mechanic with 8 years of experience working on various makes and models of cars. Specialising in VW/Audi brand

Frequently asked questions about gearbox oil change & replacements in London

Read our answers to questions about gearbox oil change costs, symptoms and more.

What does a gearbox oil change in London involve?

  • The mechanic will inspect the fluid.
  • If necessary, the mechanic will replace the fluid.
  • The mechanic will test drive the car and inspect the gearbox.

What are the symptoms of bad gearbox fluid?

  • When the gearbox's fluid has discoloured.
  • When you have trouble changing gear.
  • When the gearbox temperature light on the car's dashboard is on.
  • When there is a grinding noise coming from the gearbox.

How long does it take to change gearbox oil?

A gearbox oil change usually takes around 1 hour, but can take less or more time. Ultimately, the time that the job will take 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.

Is dirty gearbox oil an MOT failure?

No, dirty gearbox oil will not lead to an MOT failure. The inner workings and hence fluid are not assessed during an MOT as only safety-critical and structural issues are checked for (for example transmission joints or bearings are checked).

How much is a gearbox service in London?

A gearbox service for an automatic car can cost from £150 to over £250, depending on the type of gearbox and the parts required.

When should a gearbox be serviced?

A gearbox should be serviced according to the recommended manufacturer service schedule or if an issue with the gearbox has been identified. For example, if the gearbox fails to change gears, there is a jerky gear shift or the transmission overheats a gearbox service may help remedy these issues.

How do I know if my gearbox oil is low?

There's a number of tell-tale signs that can indicate that the gearbox oil level is low:

  • Trouble shifting gears
  • Gearbox overheats
  • Noises from the gearbox
  • Delayed engagement of gears
  • Vibrations from the gearbox

Can London garages offer home collection and delivery for gearbox oil change?

Yes, many garages in London are able to offer collection and delivery for a gearbox oil 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 gearbox oil change in London.

Can London mobile mechanics do gearbox oil change at my home or office?

Yes, London mobile mechanics can do a gearbox oil change at your home or office, provided there is a safe and sufficient space to conduct the repair or replacement. With ClickMechanic, once booked for a date and time of your choice, your booking will be offered to vetted mobile mechanics in your area.

How much does a gearbox oil change cost in London?

The average cost of a gearbox oil change in London varies between £68 and £82, depending on your car's make and model. Compare ClickMechanic's pricing to a franchise dealer's below. We consolidate industry standard data with millions of data points to give you the most accurate price.

These estimates may include Exhaust - front/downpipe and Manual transmission oil. We have quotes for the top 43 manufacturers.

Name ClickMechanic Click Mechanic average Franchise dealer estimate

Alfa Romeo

£71 £106 - £158 Get exact price

Audi

£99 £115 - £219 Get exact price

BMW

£74 £119 - £158 Get exact price

Chevrolet

£70 £100 - £113 Get exact price

Chrysler

£88 £174 - £174 Get exact price

Citroen

£68 £80 - £162 Get exact price

Dacia

£72 £113 - £113 Get exact price

Daewoo

£82 £158 - £158 Get exact price

Daihatsu

£75 £120 - £120 Get exact price

Fiat

£69 £93 - £158 Get exact price

Ford

£90 £113 - £223 Get exact price

Honda

£76 £86 - £179 Get exact price

Hyundai

£67 £84 - £158 Get exact price

Isuzu

£51 £81 - £81 Get exact price

Iveco

£82 £158 - £158 Get exact price

Jaguar

£65 £75 - £158 Get exact price

Jeep

£65 £80 - £139 Get exact price

Kia

£66 £80 - £158 Get exact price

Land Rover

£147 £119 - £347 Get exact price

LDV

£68 £102 - £103 Get exact price

Lexus

£69 £106 - £145 Get exact price

Maserati

£82 £158 - £158 Get exact price

Mazda

£86 £93 - £199 Get exact price

Mercedes-Benz

£85 £132 - £179 Get exact price

MG

£71 £105 - £158 Get exact price

MINI

£66 £80 - £158 Get exact price

Mitsubishi

£69 £94 - £158 Get exact price

Nissan

£77 £91 - £179 Get exact price

Peugeot

£79 £103 - £179 Get exact price

Porsche

£61 £102 - £113 Get exact price

Renault

£77 £93 - £179 Get exact price

Rover

£77 £132 - £158 Get exact price

Saab

£57 £67 - £127 Get exact price

SEAT

£97 £157 - £189 Get exact price

Skoda

£91 £158 - £183 Get exact price

Smart

£82 £158 - £158 Get exact price

Ssangyong

£82 £158 - £158 Get exact price

Subaru

£123 £177 - £177 Get exact price

Suzuki

£70 £98 - £158 Get exact price

Toyota

£77 £94 - £179 Get exact price

Vauxhall

£77 £93 - £179 Get exact price

Volkswagen

£87 £134 - £181 Get exact price

Volvo

£66 £80 - £158 Get exact price

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  • Microcar
  • Metrocab
  • Hummer
  • Reva
  • Asia
  • TVR
  • Ferrari
  • Morgan
  • Buick
  • Lamborghini
  • Pontiac
  • Carbodies
  • DS
  • Mitsubishi Fuso
  • Moskvich
  • Bentley
  • Cadillac
  • Ford US
  • Aixam
  • Austin
  • Daimler
  • Dodge
  • FSO
  • Maybach
  • Rolls-Royce
  • Santana
  • Tata
  • Great Wall
  • Piaggio
  • Perodua
  • Infiniti
  • Aston Martin
  • Lada
  • Lancia
  • Lotus
  • Proton
  • London Taxi's International

Estimates on repair costs, such as the above results for a gearbox oil change, are created by combining data from multiple third-party sources. The actual cost of using your local repair providers may be outside of the estimated range. We provide estimates on 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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Recent Gearbox Oil change quotes in London

These recent quotes were taken from our quote engine which uses third-party industry standard data on repair times, along with a live parts retailer, and a regional labour rate to build an accurate free quote. We are constantly improving our quote engine, so please let us know if a price seems incorrect.

£111.45

Manual gearbox oil drain & refill

Mazda Mazda6
London
£57.50

Manual gearbox oil drain & refill

Citroen C4 Picasso
London
£50.28

Manual gearbox oil drain & refill

Honda Civic
London
£52.30

Manual gearbox oil drain & refill

BMW 1 Series
London

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