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Monza 2000 Ltd
Physical Garage
Wright Street, Netherfield, Nottingham, NG4 2PG
About Us
A family-run garage with over 30 years of experience. From Fords to Fiats, Vauxhalls to Volkwagens, if you’re looking for a friendly, professional service for your motor, you’ve come to the right place. We offer an efficient service and competitive prices on everything from car repairs and MOT, to full vehicle servicing. Our expertise in the area is second-to-none, and our workshop is fully equipped to work on whatever you need. All of our highly qualified mechanics pride themselves on their exceptional workmanship. After all, for the team at Monza, this is a craft a passion.
Front Brakes (Pads)£0
5 (18 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers repeatedly single out friendly, honest staff, fast and efficient MOTs and repairs, straightforward online booking and clear communication, often noting good value and flexibility with appointments. There are virtually no recurring complaints — only an occasional note about forthcoming work (eg brakes) rather than criticism of the service itself — so overall reviewers are highly satisfied.
Southwell Lane Garage
Physical Garage
Southwell Lane, Southwell lane garage, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 8EY
About Us
Southwell Lane Garage is the trusted local choice in Kirkby in Ashfield, dedicated to offering top-tier mechanical expertise combined with a fierce commitment to unbeatable customer satisfaction and local price competitiveness. We guarantee a cost-effective, transparent, and honest service, ensuring you get premium quality without the main dealer price tag. We offer a full range of services for all makes and models, including MOT testing, comprehensive vehicle servicing, expert replacement of brakes and clutch kits, suspension and steering repair, advanced diagnostics, tyre fitting and repair, exhaust replacement, and air conditioning re-gas.
Front Brakes (Pads)£0
5 (5 reviews)
EB Auto Repair
Physical Garage
11 Wilne Road, Nottingham, NG10 3AL
About Us
Expert Auto Repair Services You Can Trust EB Auto Repair, located in Long Eaton, brings 15 years of automotive repair experience to your doorstep. Specializing in German car brands, our seasoned technicians are well-equipped to handle vehicles of all makes and models. Our Services :
Front Brakes (Pads)£40
5 (32 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers repeatedly praise EB Auto Repair for its friendly, professional team and excellent communication — many reviewers mention photos and videos during work and clear, honest pricing. Quick turnarounds, competitive rates and little extras (such as the car being washed) are frequently highlighted and build customer trust. Minor niggles are rare — one scheduling delay and a brief disagreement over specialist oil were reported — but these were resolved and do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive recommendations.
Bar Lane Motors
Physical Garage
Unit 11 Palm Street, Palm Street, New Basford, NG7 7HS
About Us
Car Servicing & MOT in Basford, Nottingham Conveniently located between Basford and Radford in Nottingham, Bar Lane Motors is only 5 minutes walk to the nearest tram stop ensures that when you leave your car with us for repairs, MOT testing or servicing you can get to the city centre for work, shopping or further transport. With years in the industry, we have developed the experience required to work on just about any vehicle manufacturer and model available. We only allow qualified and experienced technicians here in Basford to work on your vehicle meaning you can be assured of quality and consistency in all the work we conduct. We offer a
Front Brakes (Pads)£10
5 (35 reviews)
RPM Performance Nottingham
Physical Garage
Conway Road, Carlton, Nottingham, NG4 2PU
About Us
If you're looking for a reliable Car Garage in Carlton, Nottingham, look no further than RPM Performance, specialists in a wide range of garage services including motorcycle mot, car repairs, mot, car servicing and mot repairs in Carlton, Nottingham. Established in 2005, we provide an honest and reliable service at all times, proud to be recognised as a highly reputable Car Garage in Carlton, Nottingham. Located at 15 Conway Road, Carlton, we are ideally based to serve the local Carlton, Nottingham community, undertaking all types of Car Garage services, from motorcycle mot to car repairs.
Front Brakes (Pads)£10
4.99 (29 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for friendly, professional staff and reliable, trustworthy workmanship. Reviews repeatedly mention fast, efficient MOTs and repairs, competitive pricing and clear communication (video updates, collection/return help), with many saying they’ll return or recommend the place. There are virtually no recurring complaints in the feedback — the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
BRIDGEWAY GARAGE SERVICES
Physical Garage
122A HUCKNALL LANE, BULWELL, NOTTINGHAM, NG6 8AR
About Us
.Welcome to Bridgeway Garage (Nottingham) Limited, an independent car garage that specialises in repairing and serving Vauxhall cars. Bridgeway Garage (Nottingham) Limited has been trading in Bulwell in Nottingham for twenty years, serving the local community. We strive to offer the highest level of vehicle servicing across the full Vauxhall range. All MOT’s are carried out by experienced, industry trained, qualified mechanics and technicians who are capable of carrying out all tests. All engine repairs, head gaskets, timing chains, gear boxes and engine rebuilds are catered for across all makes and models of car. This has given us a bette
Front Brakes (Pads)£10
4.98 (26 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for honest, friendly and knowledgeable staff, fair prices and fast, reliable repairs. Reviewers frequently mention excellent customer service — clear communication, willingness to fit supplied parts, help with breakdowns and long-term loyalty — and describe the team as skilled and trustworthy. The only common caveat is that they’re often busy, so book ahead.
KS Auto Workshop
Physical Garage
231 ILKESTON ROAD, NOTTINGHAM, NG7 3FX
About Us
Family run business for over 20 years, Busy city garage in Nottingham, we do MOT'S, Servicing all usual general repairs and specialize in Toyota hybrid cars.
Front Brakes (Pads)£10
4.89 (47 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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The reviews are overwhelmingly favourable, with customers repeatedly praising friendly, honest staff, excellent customer service and clear, helpful communication. Frequent strengths noted are quick turnaround (including same‑day MOTs), accurate diagnostics that other garages missed, and reasonable, transparent pricing. Only one strongly negative review mentions unprofessional staff, but such complaints are rare compared with the many five‑star recommendations.
DPR Motors MOT & Service Centre Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 3 Redwood Court Salisbury Street, Salisbury Street, Nottingham, NG7 2BQ
About Us
DPR Motors MOT and Service Centre – The one-stop destination for superior tyres, MOT and other automotive services! Who are we? DPR Motors MOT and Service Centre Ltd. is a well-established automotive service facility that provides a range of vehicular services at competitive rates. We are backed by a robust team of technicians with considerable experience in dealing with all automobile issues. Why choose us? Multiple car services at affordable rates: MOT DPR Motors MOT and Service Centre Ltd. is a DVSA-approved workshop providing Class 4 MOT Nottingham. We abide by the UK government rules and carry out all essential checks according to th
Front Brakes (Pads)£5
4.8 (30 reviews)
Fateh Auto Services LTD
Physical Garage
Curzon street, Nottingham, NG4 2NS
About Us
MOT TESTING With 20 years experience. Quality experts affordable prices for tyres and servicing.
Front Brakes (Pads)£10
4.71 (34 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with customers repeatedly praising friendly, helpful and professional staff, fast turnarounds and excellent value for money. Common strengths mentioned are thorough MOTs and servicing, technical know‑how, clear communication and a no‑pressure, honest approach to repairs. A few reviewers reported problems — most notably an unanswered phone call and one or two poor experiences — but these are rare compared with the many five‑star accounts.
HiQ Tyres & Autocare Nottingham
Physical Garage
656 Nuthall Rd, Cinderhill, Nottingham, NG8 6AQ
About Us
Your car. Our care. Are you sitting comfortably? Great. You can relax now. When it comes to top tyre and car care services, we’ve got your back. We’re the local friendly fitters and mechanics down the road. And we don’t just fix cars. Fixing smiles to faces comes as standard.
Front Brakes (Pads)£0
4.7 (34 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive — most give five stars and praise friendly, knowledgeable staff, fast turnarounds and convenient same‑day MOTs. Reviewers frequently highlight clear communication, good value and technicians who diagnose and fix problems quickly. A minority report appointment cancellations or poor notice and one reviewer complained about unexpected add‑on charges (and a missing windscreen washer fluid after the MOT), so pricing transparency and booking reliability are the main weaknesses.
Your brakes are the most important part of your car. If they’re not working properly, you can’t slow your car down effectively. This leaves you at greater risk of an accident. If you notice any braking problems, you should book a brake pad replacement, brake disc replacement or other brake repairs near you as soon as possible.
How Do Car Brakes Work?
When you press down on the brake pedal, it activates a plunger in the master cylinder. This forces brake fluid through the system which, in turn, applies pressure on the other brake components. These are forced against the wheels and slow your car down.
There are two main types of brakes: disc brakes and drum brakes. Most modern cars use disc braking systems on the front wheels and drum brakes on the rear, while older cars use drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
Disc brake systems have two pads per wheel. These clamp down on the brake disc when the pedal is depressed. Pressurised brake fluid sends a plunger in the calliper forward, forcing the brake pads to squeeze either side of the brake disc. This slows your vehicle down.
Drum brakes work the same way, but use braking shoes instead of pads. These are stored in the steel brake drum itself and, when pressure is applied, the wheel cylinder expands. This component forces the brake shoes apart and towards the inside edge of the drum.
What Are Brakes Made Up Of?
A modern braking system is made up of the following parts:
- Brake lines which supply the brake fluid
- Brake pads. These blocks press against your brake discs to slow the car down
- Brake callipers. These house the brake pads and push them against the discs
- Brake discs. These are metal rotors that spin with your wheels
- Brake fluid which provides the pressure to push the brake pads against the discs
Most modern vehicles now use anti-lock braking systems (ABS) to make braking safer. They can identify wheels that are about to lock up and help you avoid a skid or loss of control under heavy braking. The only surfaces where ABS isn’t effective are ice, gravel or other slippery surfaces.
How Often Do I Need New Brake Pads?
Front brake pads last between 25,000 and 60,000 miles. Rear brake pads last longer because the front pads sustain about 70% of the braking load. However, they are unlikely to last beyond 60,000 miles.
How Often Do I Need New Brake Discs?
Brake discs can last between 80,000 and 120,000 miles on average, but you should change them every 50,000 miles. This means a mechanic may suggest changing your brake pads and discs together in order to make it more cost-effective for you in the long run. This is more likely if you usually brake in an aggressive manner because you can shorten the lifespan of both your brake pads and discs.
When to Book a Brake Pad Replacement
You should book a brake pad replacement if you notice any of the following warning signs:
- Squealing or grinding noise from your brakes
- Your brakes feel 'spongy' when you press the pedal
- Your car takes longer to stop
- You need to press the brake pedal more firmly to get your car to stop
- Your car pulls to one side under braking
- You feel a juddering or vibration while braking
- You can push the brake pedal all the way to the floor
- The brake pedal doesn't 'spring back' when released
If you notice any of these symptoms, you should book a brake pad replacement at a garage near you as soon as possible. You should also keep track of your brake pad replacement intervals so you don’t leave it too long between changes. While brake pads can last 60,000 miles, you should look to change them earlier to avoid excess deterioration.
How Much Do Brake Pads Cost?
The average UK brake pad replacement cost is £127.94 for front brake pads and £122.23 for rear brake pads, according to bookings made through BookMyGarage.
How Much Do Brake Pads and Discs Cost?
The average combined brake pad and disc replacement cost is £224 for front pads and discs and £249 for rear pads and discs.
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How Long Does it Take to Get Brake Pads and Discs Fitted?
On average, it takes between 1-3 hours to fit a new set of brake pads and brake discs. A brake pad replacement usually takes between 30-60 minutes and a brake disc change takes roughly the same length of time.
Brake Check & Other Brake Repairs Near You
Sometimes, you just need professional reassurance that your car doesn’t have a brake problem. Other times, your problem is nothing to do with your brake pads or discs. That’s where our range of other brake repairs comes in.
You can book a brake fluid replacement or a brake inspection to determine what other brake repairs you need.
Driving in Nottingham
It may not feature at the top of everyone’s UK city bucket list, but it probably should. From lace to DH Lawrence to the legend of Robin Hood, Nottingham’s heritage and social history are rich and fascinating. Add to that a burgeoning independent arts scene, a host of excellent museums and a trendy leisure culture, this exciting and handsome city will satisfy visitors of all ages.