When the pads are below 3 mm or the discs are lipped
Brake pads and discs
Front pads and discs replaced, fitted and road-tested. Fixed price by car size, usually while you wait.
| Vehicle size | Fixed price |
|---|---|
| Small city cars and superminis | £219 |
| Family hatchbacks, saloons and estates | £249 |
| SUV or van 4x4s, people carriers and small vans | £299 |
Petrol prices. Diesel, hybrid and electric prices in the quote. About 2 hours in the workshop.
- Price agreed first. Every job is quoted before we start. Anything extra, we call you and wait for a yes.
- 24-month warranty. Parts and labour, 24 months or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first.
- Keeps your car’s warranty. Parts to manufacturer spec and a stamped service record, so the factory warranty stands.
What we do
Brakes are the job we see most, and the one where a fixed price matters most. The quote covers both front discs, a set of pads, the labour and the road test. Nothing is added at the counter.
We measure the discs before we replace them. If yours are still within the manufacturer’s minimum thickness, we will tell you and fit pads only, which costs less.
Bring the car in for a wait slot and it is usually done in about two hours. You are welcome to see the old parts: a lipped disc next to a new one explains the noise better than we can.
What’s included
- Two new front discs and a set of pads
- Caliper slides cleaned and greased
- Brake fluid level and condition checked
- Wear sensor replaced where fitted
- Road test, with the old parts returned if you want them
“Grinding noise on the Friday, booked a wait slot for Saturday morning. Fixed price, old discs handed back in a box so I could see why.”
Questions about this job
- How do I know if my brakes need doing?
- Grinding or squealing, a pedal that feels longer than it used to, the car pulling to one side, or a brake warning light. If in doubt, our free 15-minute brake check will tell you.
- Do you do rear brakes?
- Yes. Rear pads and discs are usually a little cheaper. Call or book a diagnostic check and we will price your car.
Other jobs we price up front
Interim service
An oil and filter change with 42 safety checks, for cars that cover a lot of miles between full services.
Full service
The yearly service. Oil, air and cabin filters, 68 checks and a stamped book that keeps your manufacturer warranty.
Major service
Everything in a full service, plus spark plugs, brake fluid and coolant. Usually every second year.