Find a Mobile Mechanic or Garage in Leeds for Shock Absorber Replacement & Repairs
Top garages & mobile mechanics for Shock Absorber Replacement & Repairs in Leeds
47 Reviews
Garage in Leeds, 16 years of experience
At rapid rubber we have been trading since 2012 covering Leeds and surrounding areas for mobile tyre replacement and repairs for car, van truck and plant, We also have a retail FAST-FIT outlet in the LS12 ar...
DUNCAN, W.YORKSHIRE • 9th April 2026
243 Reviews
Garage in Leeds, 20 years of experience
We are a local garage that offer everything from remapping, Servicing, repairs, maintenance, exhausts, clutches, brakes, welding, alloy wheel refurb, wheel recolours, MOT's and much more and also as well as ...
16 Reviews
Garage serving Leeds, 40 years of experience
I began my career in 1972 with my apprenticeship which was with Westgate Motors a Austin Morris main dealer where I was for 6 years. I moved out of trade for a short period as a change into building trade. I...
IAN, Leeds • 6th June 2020
BMW 5 Series • Suspension airbag replacement - rear (driver side)
10 Reviews
Garage serving Leeds, 10 years of experience
MCR Cars offers a wide range of professional automotive services to keep vehicles running smoothly. Specializing in diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance, they handle everything from routine oil changes and ...
DANIEL, Wakefield • 4th October 2024
Volkswagen Golf • Shock absorbers replacement - front (pair)
193 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leeds, 14 years of experience
I am a dealership trained technician with over 14 years experience, so it's like brining the dealership quality to your door step. I have knowledge of many different makes and models of vehicles through my d...
STEVEN, WAKEFIELD • 7th January 2022
22 Reviews
Garage serving Leeds, 10 years of experience
Mechanic of 10 years - mhc autos established in 2013 . We provide a high quality service to you as a customer, and will take an extra care in making sure you would 100% recommend my company to anyone you ...
175 Reviews
Garage serving Leeds, 19 years of experience
Richard Street Garage situated on Leeds Road, Bradford, provides efficient, value-for-money servicing for all makes and models of cars and light vans in the Bradford, Shipley and Leeds area. We are also an M...
LISA, SHIPLEY • 29th August 2019
Fiat Grande Punto • Shock absorbers replacement - rear (pair)
98 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leeds, 10 years of experience
North East Mechanic provides expert automotive repair and maintenance services, including engine diagnostics, brake repairs, oil changes, suspension work, and transmission servicing.
27 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leeds, 10 years of experience
I started off in mechanics by completing my apprenticeship with Vauxhall in Harrogate and in total spent 5 years there before moving to both Seat and Skoda dealerships in order to gain knowledge on other bra...
IAN, KNARESBOROUGH • 26th November 2015
Renault Clio II/Clio Campus/Clio Storia • Shock absorbers replacement - front (pair)
349 Reviews
Garage serving Leeds, 25 years of experience
I initially started building my own cars and track day racing 205 Gtis . I moved on to working in garages doing a variety of work, engine rebuilds, head gasket, timing belts , clutches and gearboxes. ...
246 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leeds, 20 years of experience
I began my career doing my apprenticeship with an independent garage in Cottingham, I was with the garage for 6 years. I set-up my own business doing mobile mechanics & recovery after my time in Cottingham. ...
CATHERINE, York • 27th September 2018
Audi A4 Avant • Shock absorbers replacement - rear (pair)
34 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leeds, 15 years of experience
Offer the following services - Servicing,Brakes, Diagnostic,Vehicle Inspection, Preventative Maintenance and Fluid Check.
67 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leeds, 10 years of experience
Thank you for choosing us . My name is Matt i am the founder of M.J.H autos . I have worked in garages for a lot of years now . And I have finally took the plunge and left the 9-5 . I guarantee every custom...
96 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leeds, 15 years of experience
Prior to my business I worked at various different garages and businesses learning the trade. I began at my dad's car hire and garage business in Leeds and also went to College as well. I spent 7 years at a ...
Frequently asked questions about shock absorber replacement & repairs in Leeds
Read our answers to questions about shock absorber replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a shock absorber replacement in Leeds involve?
- The mechanic will test drive the car to establish the possible cause of the problem.
- The mechanic will inspect the suspension system and shock absorbers in detail.
- If necessary, the mechanic will replace the worn or broken shock absorber.
- The mechanic will advise if other components need to be replaced.
- The mechanic will check the suspension again and test drive the car.
- If necessary, the mechanic will make adjustments.
How do I know if my shock absorbers are worn and need replacing?
- When the car bounces on excessively after driving over a hump or similar.
- When the car feels unstable going through corners or rough services.
- When the impact of navigating over humps is harder than normal.
- When there is a puddle of oil-like fluid underneath the car near a wheel.
- When the tyres lose touch with the ground after a shock absorption.
How long will a shock absorber replacement take in Leeds?
A front shock absorbers replacement on average takes around 2 hour, but can take anywhere from around 1.5 hours to 3 hours. A rear shock absorbers replacement takes on average 1 hour, but can range from under 1 hour to 2 hours. 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.
Are shock absorbers checked during an MOT test?
Yes, shock absorbers along with the entire suspension system is checked during an annual MOT test.
If a shock absorber is found to no longer have adequate damping effect, the bush is excessively worn or is not attached securely then it will be categorised as a major fault, which means your vehicle will fail the MOT.
Is a leaking shock absorber an MOT failure?
A leaking shock absorber is not an MOT failure, but it is something that should be fixed as soon as possible. A leaking shock absorber can cause a rough ride and excessive noise from the suspension. Sometimes, if the leak is very obvious and severe, then there is a chance the vehicle could fail an MOT.
Can Leeds garages offer home collection and delivery for shock absorber replacement?
Yes, many garages in Leeds are able to offer collection and delivery for a shock absorber 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 shock absorber replacement in Leeds.
Can Leeds mobile mechanics do shock absorber replacement at my home or office?
Yes, Leeds mobile mechanics can do a shock absorber 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 shock absorber replacement cost in Leeds?
The average cost of a shock absorber replacement in Leeds varies between £255 and £370, 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 Front shock absorber, Rear shock absorber, Suspension airbag (driver side), Suspension airbag (passenger side), Suspension airbag (driver side) and/or Suspension airbag (passenger side).
| Name | Average Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi | £365 | Get exact price |
| BMW | £386 | Get exact price |
| Citroen | £269 | Get exact price |
| Ford | £251 | Get exact price |
| Land Rover | £548 | Get exact price |
| Mercedes-Benz | £456 | Get exact price |
| Nissan | £299 | Get exact price |
| Peugeot | £256 | Get exact price |
| Renault | £249 | Get exact price |
| Toyota | £293 | Get exact price |
| Vauxhall | £232 | Get exact price |
| Volkswagen | £257 | Get exact price |
Estimates on average repair costs, such as the above results for a shock absorber 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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Mechanics in and around Leeds
- Bm Motors, Leeds
- C.V.E Diagnostics, Elland
- CND Techsolutions, Leeds
- Central Garage ARC Limited, Brighouse
- Cliftech Ltd, Leeds
- Cm Performance, Leeds
- D C Autocare, Leeds
- DB Autocare, Leeds
- Dale Teal Mobile Mechanic, Sherburn In Elmet
- Direct Automotive And Performance Tuning Ltd, Featherstone, Pontefract,
- ELDWICK AUTOS LTD, Bradford
- Elements Motors, Bradford
- F.M.A. Mobile Mechanic & Diagnostics, Leeds
- Fevtowbars, Pontefract
- Five Star Auto Centre Ltd, Huddersfield
- Halifax Mot Centre Limited, Halifax
- IC Auto Repairs And Servicing Ltd, Carcroft
- Ignition Autocare, Castleford
- M.J.H Autos, Pontefract
- M4mobilemechanics, Halifax
- MCR CARS LTD, Knottingley
- Moss Fleet Services Ltd, Wakefield
- Motorpoint Leeds Ltd, Leeds
- Nah Vehicle Inspections, Cullingworth
- Napoleon Garage (Bd4) Ltd, Bradford
- Nathan Farrell Auto Services, Cleckheaton
- North Leeds Tyres & Tech, Leeds
- Overdrive One Stop Service Limited, Wakefield
- PKA, Keighley
- PULSE AUTOCARE, Ossett
- The Autocentre Dewsbury Limited, Dewsbury
- The Automobile Association Limited, Leeds
- The Automobile Association Limited, Halifax
- The Mechanic, Leeds
- Thornbury Tyre Said And Autos, Bradford
- Torqlexa Diagnostics And Remapping, Halifax
- Tyres2go, Huddersfield
- Volvo Specialist Car Sales Ltd, Huddersfield
- W B MOTOR SERVICES, Huddersfield