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628 Reviews

Garage in Harlow, 15 years of experience

I have been interested in the car repair industry for almost my entire life. The first few years were spent learning the trade and I went to college to study it properly. I worked at a garage as a BMW specia...

“Excellent service - thank you”

JACQUI, Loughton • 2nd December 2016

Vauxhall/Opel Astra-G • Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor replacement

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20 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Kent, 10 years of experience

Work in the industry for 10 years serving and brakes and general repairs

“Josh was very communative, knowledgeable and polite. Brilliant service x”

JODY, RAINHAM • 10th August 2026

MINI Mini • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)

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Garage in Kent, 10 years of experience

We have been working as an independent garage for a few years and we just heard about ClickMechanic. We have been working with a couple of delivery companies such as Amazon. We have been servicing and repair...

“Ted’s garage where fantastic, collected my car one morning and was returned repaired the next evening. Excellent communication throughout, can’t fault in anyway, would definitely use Click Mechanic in the future.”

DANIEL, Sittingbourne • 10th August 2026

Renault Clio • Clutch replacement

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38 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Kent, 10 years of experience

Worked in various garages undertaking all repairs and maintenance on a huge selection of cars. Genuinely have a passion for fixing cars I am garage based and also mobile Been a mechanic for over 1...

“Levi did a brilliant job on the car! He was helpful and professional, and when an issue arose the next day he came right back to have a look and fixed that too!”

TOBY, Dover • 10th August 2026

Volkswagen up! • Timing belt replacement

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10 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Kent, 16 years of experience

Hard-working automotive professional with over 11 years of hands-on experience in the motor industry. Highly skilled vehicle technician and qualified MOT Tester (Class 3,4,5 & 7) with experience across fast-...

“5* done a brilliant job changing front and rear discs and pads on my ford mondeo would highly recommend Jordan great guy knows his stuff many thanks”

MATT, GRAVESEND • 10th August 2026

Ford Mondeo • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)

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52 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Kent, 25 years of experience

Yova Auto Limited is a skilled automotive technician with strong experience in vehicle diagnostics, repair, and maintenance. With years of hands-on experience in the automotive industry, he specialises in en...

“Yovcho was great - very friendly and very knowledgeable! The job was tricky (new starter motor) in direct sunlight and excessive heat, but he completed it very successfully and the car now starts like a dream! His skill and expertise were top class...
Thank you Yovcho”

JOHN, Ashford • 10th August 2026

Peugeot 208 • Starter motor replacement

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21 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Kent, 7 years of experience

22 years of training and fixing heavy duty machinery for huge global companies that’s 22 years of getting precision down to a science. For the last 8 of those, I’ve been channeling that expertise into cars: ...

“Nikos was absolutely incredible, and I genuinely couldn’t recommend him highly enough.

He arrived on time, had excellent communication throughout, and very quickly diagnosed what was wrong with my car. He then carried out a thorough check and identified the two things that needed replacing, clearly explaining the issues and what I needed to do next.

He was able to get my car started, but what I appreciated most was that he didn’t simply leave once the car was running. He followed me in his own car to Halfords to make sure that if my car stalled or broke down again on the way, he would be there to help me. It was only a short local journey, but that reassurance was invaluable. It was a particularly stressful day for me as I had my two young children with me, and knowing that I wasn’t going to be stranded with them made such a difference.

Once we arrived at Halfords, Nikos stayed and supported me through the process of getting the battery changed. He also advised me clearly on the next steps, including the work needed on my alternator, so I now know exactly what needs to be done and can rebook with him for the additional work.

Nikos was knowledgeable, professional, incredibly patient and kind. His communication was excellent, and he went far beyond what I would have expected to make sure I was supported at a particularly vulnerable and stressful time.

I am extremely grateful for his help and will absolutely be using him again in the future. Thank you so much, Nikos, for going above and beyond.”

PHILOMENA, CHATHAM • 10th August 2026

Toyota Auris • Car Won't Start Inspection

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75 Reviews

Garage in Kent, 12 years of experience

🪝 24hr recovery & transport services 🪝 🔧 Roadside Assistance 🔧 Repairs 🔧 General Maintenance 🔧 Servicing 🔧 Welding 🔧 Mot Repairs & Prep 🔧 Clutches 🔧 Diagnostics For any additional services, dro...

“Fantastic. Clear. I could understand what was wrong with our car in Layman's terms. Thanks so much”

ZOE, Dover • 10th August 2026

Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle • Diagnostic Inspection

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92 Reviews

Garage in Kent, 9 years of experience

I have had many years of experience doing mainly service work and repair

“Max was really good. He explained through the work clearly and was very helpful.”

EDWARD, Tonbridge • 10th August 2026

MINI Mini • Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)

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Mobile mechanic in Kent, 6 years of experience

I have been passionate about cars my entire life, picking up my first tools at age 13. With over 22 years of hands-on experience working on vehicles, I have built my knowledge through real-world, practical p...

“Paul did an amazing job and was able to advise and diagnosis the car quickly. He was then able to get the parts and fix it all within 24hrs!
Friendly, knowledgable, reliable and would use him again”

SONIA, MAIDSTONE • 9th August 2026

SEAT Leon • Additional work following previous booking

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182 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Kent, 18 years of experience

MOBILE MECHANIC SERIVCE COVERING THE SOUTH EAST. Rated number 1 mobile mechanic in Gravesend 2023 & 2024 by Preferred Mechanic. We carry out vehicle maintenance and repairs for all makes and models, ...

“Very good service x
Did the job quickly.
Will recommend to my friends & family”

DONNA, Kent • 8th August 2026

Ford Ka • Exhaust pipe replacement - rear/tail/silencer

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218 Reviews

Garage in Kent, 15 years of experience

I'm a mobile mechanic with wide range of experience with the diagnostic , general repair , electrical repair and electronics in automotive industry with 15 years of experience.

“Karim was great. Went to great lengths to source parts. Just wished he’d communicated a little more and not been so late. The repair was done in very quick time though.”

MARTIN, East Sussex • 8th August 2026

Peugeot Bipper • Handbrake cables replacement - (both) equal length

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215 Reviews

Garage in Kent, 21 years of experience

Feb 2018-Present: Mercedes-Benz Sparshatts, Commercials, Sittingbourne, Kent - Light Commercial Vehicle / Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician. Aug 2016-Jan 2018: Geoff Fisher Transport Ltd - HGV Technician. No...

“Very happy with the service I received today. The mechanic was efficient and communicated very clearly about what the problem was and how it could be fixed.”

DEBBIE, Maidstone • 8th August 2026

Nissan Note • Auxiliary drive belt replacement

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161 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Kent, 20 years of experience

Why waste your day waiting at a garage? Get expert-level service, maintenance and repairs, without leaving your home or office, from a brand you can trust. Book a 2-hour slot that fits your schedule, and a c...

“Absolutely amazing, very knowledgeable and helpful. Went above and beyond, highly recommended !!”

SHARON, ELTHAM • 8th August 2026

BMW 1 Series • Brake pads replacement - rear (all)

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19 Reviews

Garage in Kent, 29 years of experience

Senior Lead Technician | Diagnostic & Major Repair Specialist I am an expert vehicle technician with over 25 years of industry experience, including senior roles at the AA and RAC. I specialise in "mobile-fi...

“Absolutely amazing, honestly couldn’t be happier, really thorough and close attention to every detail”

COLIN, England • 8th August 2026

Volkswagen Transporter • Major Service

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Frequently asked questions about throttle position sensor replacement & repairs in Kent

Read our answers to questions about throttle position sensor replacement costs, symptoms and more.

What does a throttle position sensor replacement in Kent involve?

Depending on the manufacturer, a number of different processes will need to be done in order to access the throttle potentiometer, however the mechanic will need to do some of the following basic steps

  • The mechanic will assess the situation by reading the diagnostic codes and checking live data
  • Once confirmed that the throttle potentiometer is faulty, they will continue on to replacing it.
  • Once replaced, the mechanic will start the engine and recheck the error codes

What are the symptoms of a bad accelerator pedal sensor?

Depending on the vehicle, you may observe one or more of the following symptoms;

  • Erratic engine idle.
  • Hesitation under acceleration.
  • Poor engine performance.
  • Illuminated engine management light (EML)

How long will a throttle position sensor replacement take in Kent?

The time a throttle position sensor replacement 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.

How much does it cost to replace TPS sensor in Kent?

The cost of replacing a throttle potentiometer depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having the throttle potentiometer replaced by ClickMechanic by selecting your car at the top of this page!

Can Kent garages offer home collection and delivery for throttle position sensor replacement?

Yes, many garages in Kent are able to offer collection and delivery for a throttle position sensor 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 throttle position sensor replacement in Kent.

Can Kent mobile mechanics do throttle position sensor replacement at my home or office?

Yes, Kent mobile mechanics can do a throttle position sensor 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.

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