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Top Mechanics For Handbrake Cable Replacement & Repairs in Portsmouth

13 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Portsmouth, 5 years of experience

Bringing a wide range of experience from a background in College as an assistant mechanic, working Garage mechanic on bikes and cars to working as a mobile mechanic and an emergency roadside mechanic dealing...

485 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 20 years of experience

I began my career as a mechanic when I was 17 years old in Portugal. When I was 22 years old I set-up my own garage in for around 7 years before moving to the UK in 2007. I worked in various garages in order...

96 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 11 years of experience

I began my career with Cross Autos in Southampton and spent all of my career there to date and that was for around 11 years. In 2016 I set-up my own mobile mechanic business called LC Diagnostic & Repair. Th...

92 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 32 years of experience

I started up with a youth training team and learned there for a couple years until I moved on and went to work for a local independent garage. Stayed there for about 4 years and then went on to a better oppo...

104 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 35 years of experience

Been self employed for over 30 years. Can offer experience. Servicing. Repairs. Diagnostics. Cambelts. Clutches. Brakes.

38 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Portsmouth, 13 years of experience

Mot tester technician motest southern ltd 4 years M-Tech garage services ltd 2 years mot tester technician Just motor care LTD mot tester technician 4 years

159 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 40 years of experience

I completed my apprenticeship with Blox Services in London and subsequetly spent 13 years there before the business closed down. My move after Blox Services was to a well known security company called Securi...

121 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 7 years of experience

Services we offer include, Servicing and MOT, Mobile Mechanics and Services, Brake Repairs, Clutch Repairs, Electrical and Batteries, Diagnostics, Exhaust Repairs, Engine and Cooling, Steering and Suspension...

288 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 53 years of experience

The Company’s Roadside Assistance brand is now the preferred choice for the South of England and has become synonymous with efficiency, punctuality and courtesy resulting in all the major motoring organisati...

50 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Bournemouth, 9 years of experience

I have 9 years of experience in the auto repair industry. iv worked for a variety of garages for several years and have now decided to further pursue the mobile side of the industry. I can repair all makes &...

12 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Worthing, 25 years of experience

I have been in the trade for a long number of years and I began when I was just 16 years old when I was fixing cars with my father. The business operates both garage and mobile services for customers conveni...

291 Reviews

Garage in Amesbury, 19 years of experience

I began my career in Weybridge, Surrey for a number of garages picking up great experience to start me off before moving to the New Malden area for a number of years. Prior to setting-up my own business in 2...

642 Reviews

Garage in Woking, 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...

233 Reviews

Garage in Basingstoke, 53 years of experience

The Company’s Roadside Assistance brand is now the preferred choice for the South of England and has become synonymous with efficiency, punctuality and courtesy resulting in all the major motoring organisati...

35 Reviews

Garage in Reading , 5 years of experience

At Elite technical services, we offer both a mobile mechanical service and garage-based working on all makes and models with up to date diagnostics software. Having experience in both HGV and standard ve...

Frequently asked questions about handbrake cable replacement & repairs in Portsmouth

Read our answers to questions about handbrake cable replacement costs, symptoms and more.

What does a handbrake cable replacement in Portsmouth involve?

  • Mechanic will inspect the handbrake system.
  • If necessary the handbrake cable will be replaced.
  • Mechanic will calibrate the handbrake.
  • Mechanic will test the handbrake.
  • If necessary, the mechanic will make any adjustments.

What are the symptoms of a faulty handbrake cable?

  • When the vehicle still moves despite having engaged the handbrake.
  • If you have a manually applied handbrake and the lever has no resistance when applied.
  • If you have an electric handbrake and there is a handbrake warning message on the dashboard.

How long will a handbrake cable replacement take in Portsmouth?

A handbrake cable replacement usually takes around 1.5 hours, 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 a broken handbrake cable an MOT failure?

Yes, a broken handbrake cable can result in an MOT failure. The MOT tester will thoroughly inspect the entire braking system to test its operation and efficiency. Before an MOT test, it's best to test out the handbrake.

How much does it cost to fix handbrake in Portsmouth?

A handbrake cable replacement can cost between £75 and £150 with an average price of £105. The exact cost will depend on the make and model of the vehicle, where is it located and if any other repair is required along with the replacement.

Can Portsmouth garages offer home collection and delivery for handbrake cable replacement?

Yes, many garages in Portsmouth are able to offer collection and delivery for a handbrake cable replacement. 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 handbrake cable replacement in Portsmouth.

Can Portsmouth mobile mechanics do handbrake cable replacement at my home or office?

Yes, Portsmouth mobile mechanics can do a handbrake cable replacement 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 handbrake cable replacement cost in Portsmouth?

The average cost of a handbrake cable replacement in Portsmouth varies between £84 and £119, depending on your car's make and model. See the averages for different makes below. We consolidate industry standard data with millions of data points to give you the most accurate price.

These estimates may include Handbrake cable - primary/single, Handbrake cable (driver side) and/or Handbrake cable (passenger side).

Estimates on average repair costs, such as the above results for a handbrake cable replacement, are based on ClickMechanic's quote data which combines multiple third-party sources. Actual costs may vary. We provide estimates on average 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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