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Auto Solutions
Physical Garage
20 Albion Way, Kelvin Industrial Estate, East Kilbride, G75 0YN
About Us
Auto Solutions our aim is to give 100 satisfaction and same day repairs. You can always be sure of a warm welcome and professional service. Our mechanics are fully qualified and follow the Motor Industry Code of Practice for your complete peace of mind. If you live within the local area of East Kilbride, well be happy to see to your car. Our garage is open Monday to Friday 8:30pm to 5pm.
Hourly labour rate£45
4.87 (631 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise friendly, knowledgeable staff, fast turnaround, clear communication and easy online booking, with many valuing the convenient pick‑up/drop‑off service, honest advice and competitive prices. A few customers noted minor issues — occasional lack of pre‑collection reminders, the odd failure to provide promised pick‑up/drop‑off, and the rare poor experience — but negative comments are very uncommon.
Cairnlea Garage
Physical Garage
IBROX, IBROX, GLASGOW, G51 2UZ
About Us
We are a local, independent garage, serving Ibrox, Govan, Glasgow and the surrounding area. We have been in business since 1948 Now on the second generation of the same family.
Hourly labour rate£55
4.94 (243 reviews)
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Customers overwhelmingly praise Cairnlea Garage for honest, reliable workmanship — David and his team are repeatedly described as friendly, knowledgeable and communicative — delivering quick MOTs, services and repairs at fair, competitive prices with many long-standing repeat customers. The main drawback mentioned is its popularity (limited parking and the need to book ahead), with only occasional reports of minor follow‑up issues such as an electrical fault.
Car N Tyre
Physical Garage
991 Carntyne Road, Glasgow, Glasgow, G32 6LY
About Us
For All Your Tyres, Servicing & Mot Needs For Cars and Light Commercials 0% BUY NOW PAYMENT ASSIST LATER VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Group Specialists
Hourly labour rate£70
4.94 (156 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with customers repeatedly praising friendly, helpful staff, clear communication, quick turnarounds (often same‑day MOTs), easy online booking and fair, transparent pricing — many also note complimentary valets and trustworthy advice. A few minor criticisms mention occasionally higher prices than budget competitors and one isolated, serious complaint alleging post‑MOT damage, but the vast majority say they’d return and happily recommend the garage.
Garage4You
Physical Garage
351 Shettleston Rd, Glasgow., GLASGOW, G31 5JL
About Us
A well established garage running since 2012 offering quality vehicle servicing, repairs, body repairs, Paint work and MOT's . We strive to find solutions for our customers vehicles, and aim to offer the best customer service at competitive prices. Some of the services offered by the garage include: - MOT's - Vehicle servicing & repairs - Tyre’s - Tyre's & wheel balancing - Exhaust - Brakes - Suspension - Timing belts / timing chain replacements - Clutch replacements and much more.....
Hourly labour rate£70
4.93 (199 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive about Garage4You, repeatedly describing the team as friendly, professional and trustworthy with clear communication and high‑quality workmanship. Frequent strengths mentioned include speedy turnaround (often same‑day), honest diagnostics and MOTs, fair pricing, helpful extras like collection/delivery and video health checks. Criticisms are rare, though a handful of customers felt specific jobs were slightly expensive.
Clyde Auto Repairs
Physical Garage
157, Curle Street, Glasgow, G14 0TT
About Us
Hello and welcome to Clyde Auto Repairs, we are a local, friendly and reliable independent garage based within the West End of Glasgow. Our technicians have years of experience and will be happy to help with anything you need.
Hourly labour rate£83.33
4.92 (116 reviews)
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Reviews praise the garage for friendly, honest staff, clear communication (texts/reminders), fast turnarounds and competitive, transparent pricing for MOTs, servicing and repairs. A handful of minor negatives appear—one cancelled booking, an accidental headlight setting change and a wish for weekend opening—but such complaints are rare amid the many five‑star testimonials.
East Kilbride Autocare Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 2 Tennant Complex, Tennant Ave, College Milton South, East Kilbride, G74 5NA
About Us
We are a family run local MOT testing and repair centre trading from 2005 with state of the art diagnostic equipment and main dealer experience we can diagnose and repair any fault on your vehicle at a fraction of main dealer costs. Also with our body repair centre we can have you car back on the road after an accident A 1 stop shop for all your motoring needs
Hourly labour rate£85
4.88 (304 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for speedy, reliable work delivered by friendly, knowledgeable staff, with clear communication throughout MOTs and services. Reviewers frequently mention convenient, free pick‑up/drop‑off, easy online booking and fair pricing, and many are repeat or long‑term customers. Criticism is rare and minor — a couple of cases note an inability to resolve an issue on a fully electric car or small scheduling/price differences, but most feedback is strongly positive.
Pitstop
Physical Garage
491 Aikenhead Rd, Glasgow, G42 0PW
About Us
Pitstop Glasgow is a local established business to provide quality car repairs, MOTs and servicing along with accurate diagnosis to a wide range of vehicles. With 20 years of experience in the motor trade and the support of our highly trained workshop team, we aim to give all our customers the personal touch that is so important for 100% customer care. We can perform simple to complicated car mechanics and full repair on cars, or on a van or any commercial vehicles. We offer a wide range of services including brakes, clutches, suspension, wheel alignment & balancing, tyre puncture timing belt, injectors, DPF, regeneration, air con & Re-gas a
Hourly labour rate£70
4.66 (193 reviews)
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Customers overwhelmingly praise Pitstop for fast, friendly and affordable work — common highlights are easy online booking, same‑day MOTs/services and clear communication. Reviewers frequently mention helpful staff, quick turnarounds, good value and regular valets as standout strengths. A minority report issues such as untidy premises, inconsistent communication or missed tasks (for example an omitted filter change or poor valeting), occasional tyre/pressure and pricing problems, and delays — so booking ahead is advisable.
Bishopbriggs MOT Centre
Physical Garage
Unit A, 469 Pinkston Road, GLASGOW, G21 1HU
About Us
Bishopbriggs MOT Centre is a Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) authorised testing station capable of testing passenger cars and light commercial vehicles up to Class 4. Each of our MOT testers is quality controlled each month and each MOT inspection is carried according to DVSA’s strict guidelines. Bishopbriggs MOT Centre is quality control tested by the DVLA and the SMTA. We are AA certified and RAC Accredited Repairs. Steve McDonald I cannot recommend this garage enough! Their customer service during these circumstances, with all these MOT's now needing done due to Covid-19 and the DVLA 6 month extension, was outstanding! They ma
Hourly labour rate£55
4.75 (75 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Reviews praise the garage’s friendly, honest team, fast turnaround and good value—many note efficient MOTs, clear explanations and convenient pick‑up/drop‑off. The family‑run, trustworthy feel comes up repeatedly, with lots of repeat custom and comments about helpful, professional staff. A minority report problems: booking mix‑ups or cancellations, occasional missed work or poor communication about when cars were ready, and a few billing/receipt issues.
G A Mann & Son
Physical Garage
10-16 Glenfarg St, Glasgow, G20 7QF
About Us
G A Mann & Son are an independent garage that have been servicing and repairing vehicles since 1947. Located in the heart of Glasgow, we take pride in giving a first class service. We deal with MOT's, servicing, general repairs and diagnostics, long side other work you made need done on your vehicle.
Hourly labour rate£45
4.94 (30 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with customers frequently awarding top marks and returning for repeat visits. Common strengths mentioned are speedy, same‑day MOTs and services, friendly and trustworthy staff, clear communication and easy online booking, all at reasonable prices. No consistent weaknesses emerge from these reviews — very few negatives are reported.
What is a Car Alternator?
Your alternator keeps your car’s battery charged, allowing you to start your vehicle and power your electronics. It uses your car’s drive belt to convert the mechanical energy from the crankshaft into electricity. If your alternator fails and stops charging the battery, you can struggle to keep your car moving. That’s why you should always book an alternator repair as soon as you notice a problem.
When Do I Need to Book an Alternator Repair?
You should book an alternator repair near you if you notice any of the following warning signs:
- Your car is difficult or slow to start
- You hear a whirring, whining or squealing noise from the engine
- Your car's interior and exterior lights look dim, blink erratically, gradually fade, suddenly get brighter or don't come on at all
- Your battery warning light comes on
- Your speedometer stops working.
- You can smell rubber burning.
- Your car fails a multimeter test at a garage.
How Much Does an Alternator Cost in the UK?
Alternator Repairs cost between £100 and £700 in the UK. The average is between £150 to £300 and, while refurbished car alternators ar available, they don't offer that much of a saving.
What Causes the Need for a New Alternator?
Your alternator is a very durable component, but you can end up needing a replacement if either of the following happens:
- The brush, a component which maintains constant electrical contact with the spinning alternator, becomes worn.
- Your voltage regulator fails. This makes sure that the electrical charge is passed to the battery at the correct voltage.
Can I Fit a New Alternator Myself?
Yes, you can fit a new alternator yourself. However, you should not attempt the process unless you are experienced and know what you are doing. Not only can you cause extra damage to your vehicle, but a live battery can also give you a nasty shock if you don’t disconnect it properly.
To fit a new alternator yourself, you must follow this process:
- Disconnect the battery. You must disconnect the terminals in the right order and ensure it is completely disconnected before continuing.
- Disconnect the wires from the back of the alternator. Label the wires as you go so you can reconnect them all in the right place.
- Remove the belt from the pulley.
- Remove the bolts. These connect the alternator to the bracket. Once these are loose, you are then able to get the old alternator out of the car.
- Make sure you have the correct replacement alternator. The last thing you need is the wrong sized part.
- Reverse the removal steps to install the new alternator.
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If an alternator replacement sounds like too much hard work, enter your reg and postcode to find a garage near you to complete the work instead. You can filter by reviews, labour rate, distance or availability - whatever matters to you the most. Once you’ve compared deals and picked the most suitable garage, you can select your preferred date and time to complete the booking.
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How Long Does an Alternator Replacement Take?
On average, an alternator replacement takes between 1-2 hours. However, this can vary depending on what make and model of vehicle you drive.
How Long Does an Alternator Last?
If you look after your alternator by driving sensibly, it can last 8-12 years without needing any repairs. Book a car service regularly to keep your car in good condition and avoid putting unnecessary stress on your alternator.