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1027 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Swindon, 15 years of experience

I did my apprenticeship at a garage in Swindon as I studied with Northstar College. After graduating I left and went to Charlie Browns auto services for 2-3 years. Following my time at Charlie Browns I went ...

64 Reviews

Garage serving Swindon, 24 years of experience

PopesWood Garage 1998-2003 Mechanical Training TCD cars (self employed) 2004-2012 - Car Repair, maintenance. LACC Country cars 2012-2016 Car repair, maintenance and mechanical prep Japonica Cars 2016-date...

166 Reviews

Garage serving Swindon, 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...

118 Reviews

Garage serving Swindon, 20 years of experience

After qualifying with a distinction in Mechanical Engineering from Oxford College, I have worked in various workshops over the past 20 years gaining a wealth of experience and knowledge. This included workin...

355 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Swindon, 21 years of experience

I completed my apprenticeship at Brunel Ford in Bristol for around 4 years before moving to Mercedes and Vauxhall respectively to gain valuable knowledge and understand different makes & models of cars. I h...

158 Reviews

Garage serving Swindon, 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...

48 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Swindon, 19 years of experience

After finishing my college education I then did my apprenticeship for 4 years at a local independent garage. Proceeded then to a local Mercedes 1 year learning on the trade and Peugeot main dealership for 1 ...

35 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Swindon, 8.5 years of experience

MECHANICAL SERVICES I am mechanical engineer, history working at Peugeot, vauxhall, car giant and TCR-GSE as a senior technician. Offering the following services as followed Servicing all cars Ful...

179 Reviews

Garage serving Swindon, 20 years of experience

A sole trader with 20 years in the trade - experience working in both independent garages and dealerships. Working on all makes and models from diagnostics to clutches. Offering both mobile and garage-based ...

21 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Gloucester, 18 years of experience

I began my career in HGV's which is what I completed my apprenticeship in. I moved after this to a DAF dealership called Watts Trucks for 2 years working with HGV's and LGV's. I moved across to work on aut...

22 Reviews

Garage in Bristol, 10 years of experience

The MOT Station has been around for 10 years but has had a name change but still offers the same great service and is ran by Simon Trotman, The MOT Station offers full workshop facilities with a 3 ramp work...

375 Reviews

Garage in Bristol, 24 years of experience

I began my career on the YTS scheme through an independent Ford garage. I spent some time working in independent garages gaining experience on a range of makes & models. I moved into a dealership environmen...

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78 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Bristol, 25 years of experience

I began my mechanic career with an Austin Rover dealership and in my time there it changed to Rover and I worked in the business for around 4 years. For a number of years I worked in various businesses doing...

236 Reviews

Garage in Reading, 15 years of experience

Reading auto independent garage, we offer MOT repairs, wiring, clutches, gearbox, timing chains, timing belts water pumps, diagnosing checks services, tyres, ac filling and much more, with years of experienc...

Frequently asked questions about shock absorber replacement & repairs in Swindon

Read our answers to questions about shock absorber replacement costs, symptoms and more.

What does a shock absorber replacement in Swindon 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 Swindon?

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 Swindon garages offer home collection and delivery for shock absorber replacement?

Yes, many garages in Swindon 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 Swindon.

Can Swindon mobile mechanics do shock absorber replacement at my home or office?

Yes, Swindon 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 Swindon?

The average cost of a shock absorber replacement in Swindon varies between £226 and £297, 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, Front shock absorber, Rear shock absorber, Rear shock absorber, Suspension airbag (driver side), Suspension airbag (passenger side), Suspension airbag (driver side) and/or Suspension airbag (passenger side). We have quotes for the top 52 manufacturers.

Name Average Cost
Alfa Romeo £274 Get exact price
Audi £265 Get exact price
Austin £83 Get exact price
Bentley £298 Get exact price
BMW £295 Get exact price
Cadillac £336 Get exact price
Chevrolet £306 Get exact price
Chrysler £223 Get exact price
Citroen £238 Get exact price
Dacia £241 Get exact price
Daewoo £203 Get exact price
Daihatsu £277 Get exact price
Daimler £359 Get exact price
Dodge £297 Get exact price
DS £145 Get exact price
Ferrari £337 Get exact price
Fiat £204 Get exact price
Ford £211 Get exact price
Honda £344 Get exact price
Hyundai £275 Get exact price
Isuzu £238 Get exact price
Iveco £293 Get exact price
Jaguar £389 Get exact price
Jeep £246 Get exact price
Kia £240 Get exact price
Land Rover £417 Get exact price
LDV £245 Get exact price
Lexus £480 Get exact price
Maserati £355 Get exact price
Mazda £232 Get exact price
Mercedes-Benz £308 Get exact price
MG £252 Get exact price
MINI £229 Get exact price
Mitsubishi £242 Get exact price
Nissan £269 Get exact price
Peugeot £214 Get exact price
Peugeot Talbot £213 Get exact price
Porsche £772 Get exact price
Proton £117 Get exact price
Renault £213 Get exact price
Rover £249 Get exact price
Saab £277 Get exact price
SEAT £220 Get exact price
Skoda £217 Get exact price
Smart £227 Get exact price
Ssangyong £263 Get exact price
Subaru £335 Get exact price
Suzuki £232 Get exact price
Toyota £266 Get exact price
Vauxhall £206 Get exact price
Volkswagen £228 Get exact price
Volvo £271 Get exact price

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  • Lotus
  • London Taxi's International

Estimates on repair costs, such as the above results for a shock absorber replacement, 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 Shock Absorber replacement quotes in Swindon

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.

£272.79

Shock absorbers replacement - rear (pair)

Alfa Romeo 159
Swindon
£343.31

Shock absorbers replacement - rear (pair)

Jaguar XF
Swindon
£403.27

Shock absorbers replacement - front (pair)

Volkswagen Golf
Swindon
£297.40

Shock absorbers replacement - rear (pair)

Vauxhall Combo
Swindon

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