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Garage Services 4 U Ltd
Physical Garage
169, Midland Road, London, E10 6JT
About Us
Book your next MOT or service at Garage Services 4 U in Leyton. We offer affordable quotes and a promise of high quality. We are proud of our reputation as a family-run business in the Leyton area providing the best car mechanics and customer care in London. Booking your service is very easy from the online booking tool as it only requires your car registration to book your job. This makes booking a quick way to start the MOT or service process as you receive a booking and price here on the site saving you petrol money on travel to our premises. We have proudly served the whole of London for many years with quick MOTs, services, general an
Front Brakes (Pads)£0
4.82 (253 reviews)
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Customers praise the garage for fast, efficient and friendly service, easy online booking, clear communication and fair pricing — many mention same‑day MOTs/repairs, trustworthy workmanship and no pressure to upsell. A minority report communication lapses (missing service checklists, occasional longer waits), a couple of unresolved diagnostics and one instance of rudeness, but negative comments are rare compared with the largely favourable feedback.
Bluemoon Motors Ltd
Physical Garage
596-598 High Rd, Leytonstone, London, E11 3DA
About Us
Where our highly knowledgeable team guarantee you a reliable and fully efficient service. Thanks to our highly-trained mechanics, we have the expertise to provide you with quality workmanship and the ability to source original equipment parts or even equivalent parts if necessary. On top of this, we also have the ability to source and test the quality of each part in order to ensure that your car receives only the very best. To keep things as easy and convenient for you, we’ve created an online booking process to allow you to book online today. Secure your quality service with Bluemoon Motors today.
Front Brakes (Pads)£5
5 (20 reviews)
Auto Car Care Ltd
Physical Garage
75-78 Rosebank Rd, London, E17 8NH
About Us
We are a family run business established in 2019 catering for the local community whether it may be trade or local. We carry out extensive work on high-performance vehicles as well as normal vehicles. Our team of highly experienced technicians is a team of experts that offer high-level diagnostic services and mechanical repairs as well as body repairs, accident repairs, mechanical failures. We pride ourselves in customer satisfaction and we ensure to use genuine quality parts with all our repairs.
Front Brakes (Pads)£-10
5 (28 reviews)
ATM IMPORTS LTD
Physical Garage
79 Cobbold Road, London, E11 3NS
About Us
ATM IMPORTS & Servicing LTD specializes in high-quality vehicle imports and expert automotive servicing. With a passion for performance and precision, we offer diagnostics, repairs, MOTs, and customization. Our experienced team delivers trusted, customer-focused service for all makes and models. Drive with confidence—experience excellence with ATM.
Front Brakes (Pads)£0
4.98 (30 reviews)
BSRC Limited
Physical Garage
315 Cann Hall Road, Leytonstone, London, E11 3NN
About Us
For more than 50 years, BSRC Limited has been providing professional auto repair services to the greater metropolitan area. We are a full-service repair centre specializing in providing top-quality service to your vehicle. Our services include everything from regular maintenance and collision repair to painting and detailing. We promise top quality workmanship every time, no compromise. Our shops are equipped with state-of-the-art tools to ensure that your vehicle is repaired right the first time, every time.
Front Brakes (Pads)£-10
4.95 (29 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for professional, friendly and knowledgeable service, with many singling out Stefan for clear communication and going the extra mile. Frequent strengths mentioned are convenient pick‑up/drop‑off, quick and trustworthy diagnostics and repairs, good customer care and reasonable pricing. A few reviewers reported minor issues — one car was returned unlocked with a flat battery and another mentioned bills not being itemised (possible slight overcharge) — but these seem uncommon.
SGT Repair
Physical Garage
79-81 Cobbold Road, London, E11 3NS
About Us
SGT Repair – Service You Can Trust, Performance You Can Feel At SGT Repair, we don't just fix cars — we elevate your driving experience. Whether it’s a routine service, MOT, or complex repair, our skilled technicians deliver top-tier workmanship with honest, transparent pricing. Backed by years of experience and a passion for performance, we treat every vehicle like our own. Book with SGT Repair today and feel the difference — where trust meets performance.
Front Brakes (Pads)£10
4.87 (27 reviews)
St Anthony's Motors Ltd
Physical Garage
359 Winchelsea Road, Forestgate, London, E7 0AQ
About Us
We provide extensive repair capability across all car models. Our cheap and easy solutions are tailored for each individual. We are proudly supported by outstanding customer service and helpful staff. German Car Specialist.
Front Brakes (Pads)£0
3.98 (12 reviews)
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Customers mostly praise St Anthony’s for fast, reliable, good-value work, with many noting thorough MOTs, helpful mechanics and photographic updates during repairs. A minority, however, report poor communication and missed appointments — examples include not receiving confirmation calls and waiting an hour for a mechanic. The balance of reviews is favourable, but it’s wise to double-check booking times to avoid scheduling issues.
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 Waltham Forest
Waltham Forest is an outer London borough in the north east of the capital with built-up urban districts in the south with inner-city characteristics, and more affluent residential areas in the north with a variety of parks and greenspace including sections of Epping Forest.