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BKT MOTOR SERVICE LTD
Physical Garage
187 LONDON ROAD, STANWAY, COLCHESTER, CO3 8PB
Established in 1989, our team of skilled mechanics have over 25 years experience in the mechanical industry and have been committed to delivering high-quality repairs and fantastic customer service from day one. Because we are Trading Standards and RMI approved, you can rest assured knowing you and your vehicle are in good hands. We cover a wide range of repairs and services from clutch and gearbox repairs to MOT's. No matter how big or small, every job is approached with the same level of professionalism and you will always receive honest advice and transparent prices. All our quality parts are sourced from reputable suppliers and come
Hourly labour rate£74.4
4.92 (318 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its trustworthy, honest approach and exceptionally friendly, professional staff who make everyone feel comfortable and valued. The easy online booking system, excellent communication throughout the process, and efficient service delivery—often with convenient time slots rather than all-day waits—earn particular appreciation. Several long-term customers highlight their loyalty over many years, noting the garage's reliability and fair pricing without any overcharging.

Great Horkesley Garage
Physical Garage
The Causeway, Gt Horkesley, Colchester, CO6 4EJ
Welcome to Great Horkesley Garage, we are a family run business that provides MOT, servicing, repairs, fuel sales and a shop for everyday essentials. We are AA and RAC approved and our mechanics are fully qualified and committed to providing a high quality service at reasonable prices on all makes and models of cars and vans.
Hourly labour rate£90
4.91 (241 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, professional staff and excellent communication throughout the booking and service process, with many highlighting transparent pricing, prompt turnaround times, and thoughtful extras such as courtesy cars and complimentary valets. The efficient service, honest approach, and absence of hidden charges earn strong recommendations from both first-time and returning customers. No significant weaknesses emerge from these reviews, reflecting the garage's reputation for reliable, customer-focused care.
HiQ Tyres & Autocare Colchester
Physical Garage
68 Barrack St, COLCHESTER, CO1 2LT
Here at HiQ, we offer friendly, professional and local services for all your tyre and car care needs. We stock leading tyre brands such as Goodyear, Dunlop, Michelin, Bridgestone and more. All of our HiQ centres are operated by a local team of trustworthy experts. We pride ourselves on customer care and professionalism that you can count on each and every time.
Hourly labour rate£80
4.88 (172 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the exceptionally friendly and welcoming reception staff, describing them as helpful, polite and creating a warm atmosphere that makes visits pleasant. The garage earns strong marks for efficiency, competitive pricing, clear communication throughout MOT and servicing work, and a no-pressure approach when explaining additional repairs needed. One reviewer suggested the service could benefit from providing photos or videos of required work, whilst another noted the waiting room may benefit from a refresh, though these points were raised only occasionally and don't detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
The Pit Stop
Physical Garage
Colchester Road, Great Bentley, colchester rd, Colchester, CO7 8RY
We provide a comprehensive service of preparation for MOT inspections which can include, steam clean, brake testing & emissions testing, booking of tests, presentation to vehicle test station and any remedial work. We have a commitment to maintain a high standard of customer care and support and we are constantly striving to deliver a customer experience second to none.
Hourly labour rate£60
4.85 (315 reviews)
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Praise dominates the reviews, with customers repeatedly highlighting friendly, polite staff, quick and efficient work, and convenient pick‑up/drop‑off and while‑you‑wait MOT options. Many also praise good value, easy online booking and clear communication, plus reliable workmanship. A minority mention issues — occasional billing or advisory mistakes, missed minor jobs or sparse service paperwork, and limited waiting space or a scruffy external yard — but these complaints are relatively rare.

East Hill Garage
Physical Garage
East Hill, Colchester, CO1 2QZ
At East Hill Garage, we have the experience and resources to solve all your vehicle woes. Our specialist mechanics repair and service all makes and models of vehicles, so no matter what the problem, we have the solution. Being a family owned business, we pride ourselves on our honesty,customer service and value.
Hourly labour rate£85
4.83 (83 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for its friendly, helpful staff and efficient service at reasonable prices, with many highlighting the ease of online booking and reliable communication. The experienced team is commended for their professionalism and willingness to seek customer feedback to improve their systems. Occasionally, delays due to parts delivery have been mentioned, though these are understood to be beyond the garage's control.

Alresford Garage
Physical Garage
Main Road, Alresford, Colchester, CO7 8DB
A local, reliable and affordable garage. We aim to keep you on the road and provide the best service possible. With experience in cars, commercial and fleet care get in touch to find out how we can best help you.
Hourly labour rate£60
5 (13 reviews)

CS Autos Colchester
Physical Garage
Ewell Hall Chase, Colchester, CO5 9BQ
Main dealer quality service, without the hefty price tag! Welcome to CS Autos, where your journey begins with expert advice and top-notch service! Whether you're looking for vehicle diagnosis or need a hand with maintenance, we're here to make your experience smooth and enjoyable.
Hourly labour rate£65
5 (33 reviews)

AutoService Colchester
Physical Garage
Commerce Way, Colchester, CO2 8HH
AutoService Colchester: Your trusted vehicle service provider in Colchester. Specialising in brake fluid replacement, air conditioning regas, diagnostic checks, and servicing all makes and models. Committed to keeping your vehicle safe on the road.
Hourly labour rate£80
4.99 (35 reviews)

OLD HEATH GARAGE
Physical Garage
29 Fingringhoe road, colchester, CO2 8EA
At Old Heath Garage, our team of highly-trained mechanics have the skills and expertise to complete high quality work on all makes of vehicle. However, we specialise in German makes, such as: Audi, BMW, Mercedes and Volkswagen, of which we are passionate about. We offer our services at affordable prices and also give 12 months’ warranty on a full range of repairs. Car Electronics Car diagnostic Tyres (Replacing and balancing) Air Conditioning Repairs Engine Head Repairs DPF Issues Replacement of Filters Periodic Servicing Brakes Replacement Suspension Replacement Repir of Steering system Exhaust Repairs Cambelt Replacement Clutch Kit and Fl
Hourly labour rate£112
4.98 (30 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its exceptionally friendly staff, quick turnaround times, and ability to accommodate last-minute bookings with impressive flexibility. The service is repeatedly described as excellent value, with several reviewers noting the final cost came in lower than expected, whilst communication throughout the process receives particular commendation. The overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights a reliable, welcoming garage that customers are keen to return to and recommend without hesitation.

Wyatt's automotive
Physical Garage
Pattens Yard, Nayland Road, Colchester, CO6 3DQ
Here at Wyatt's Automotive we are a team of fully qualified, Main dealer trained technicians who specialize in Audi, VW, SEAT and Skoda vehicles. That said, We have such a vast experience of working on all makes and models that no job is too big or too small for us to tackle! We offer our customers a main dealer level of service, As well as top specialist equipment and technology, At independent prices. Being a mobile mechanic Colchester based, we operate from fully kitted out mobile vans, So we can bring the garage to you. Offering to service or repair your vehicle at a time and place to suit you, Meaning you can have the repair carried out
Hourly labour rate£70
4.98 (16 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for its helpful, friendly approach and reliable service, with many returning for repeat visits. The welcoming atmosphere and dependable workmanship create strong customer loyalty.
Your clutch maintains the connection between your gearbox and your engine. When you depress the clutch pedal, two metal plates come apart and separate the engine from the drive wheels, allowing you to change gear. Bringing the pedal back up re-engages the plates and reconnects the engine to the drive wheels.
Any problems with your clutch can lead to a lack of control while driving. If you notice this, you should book a clutch replacement as soon as possible. Otherwise, your car will be at an increased accident risk.
A clutch should last 60,000 miles on average. If you drive carefully and look after the clutch, it can last much longer than this. Conversely, holding the clutch at the biting point for too long will wear it out quicker.
You should book a clutch replacement near you at the recommended interval or whenever you notice any of the following warning signs:
During a clutch change, a mechanic will inspect your clutch and gearbox condition to ensure the clutch is to blame before beginning the repair. Then, they will unhook the battery and disconnect the clutch and/or hydraulic slave cylinder before stabilising the engine. Next, they will unbolt the pressure plate, check for any leaks and damage and then clean everything and replace as many parts as necessary. Once they have rebuilt the front end of your car, they will test the clutch to ensure they’ve fixed your problem.
The average UK clutch kit costs £325, but you can face a £1,000 bill for a full clutch replacement. You can save up to 70% on your clutch replacement by comparing deals from thousands of local garages through BookMyGarage.
A clutch replacement usually takes between 3 and 5 hours, but can take up to 10 hours to complete.
Compare deals from garages in Colchester to save up to 70% on a clutch repair or replacement. Simply enter your reg and postcode to compare instant prices in your area and book an appointment. You can filter garages based on price, distance, availability or reviews, whatever matters most to you. Then, just select a date and time to complete your booking.
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If your car has a clutch problem and is dangerous to drive, you might not want to risk driving it to a garage. Fortunately, there are plenty of mobile mechanics who offer a mobile clutch repair service. They can come to your house or place of work at a time that’s convenient for you and complete a high-quality repair.
With specialist equipment and genuine or OEM equivalent parts and equipment used, a mobile clutch repair still gives you the same high-quality clutch change that you need - just in a way that works better for you.
Here are some of the other ways a mobile clutch replacement can make your life easier:
Convenience - Rather than having to find time to take your car to a garage and then trying to keep your life on track without it, you can have your clutch replacement completed at a location that works best for you. This could be your driveway or a car park at work during your normal day. This helps you avoid disruption.
Flexibility - You may be able to book a mobile clutch replacement on a weekend, evening or even overnight, depending on the mobile mechanics in your area. If your schedule doesn’t really accommodate maintenance at a traditional garage, this can make your life easier.
Transparency - You get to see what is happening during your mobile clutch replacement at all times. This makes it easier to trust the quality of the work and gives you the peace of mind that all the checks have been completed to the highest standard.
Cheaper - A mobile clutch replacement involves less overhead costs and expenses, so they are often at least competitively priced against, if not cheaper than most local garages.
A flywheel is a disc that connects to the crankshaft and rotates to generate energy, storing that energy for use at a later date. When your engine struggles to provide enough torque to keep the car moving, the flywheel will use its stored energy to take over. Your flywheel also ensures that your gears are working properly as you use the clutch.
Quite often, your car will need a flywheel replacement at the same time as a clutch change. As a result, flywheel failure includes many of the same symptoms as a faulty clutch. You should book a flywheel replacement if you notice:
The average dual mass flywheel replacement cost in the UK ranges from £750 to £1,500.
What do you need from your garage?
You may live within walking distance of a garage which offers most of the services you need. However, by sticking with the nearest garage in Colchester you could be missing out on a better deal. What if a garage with a collection / drop off service or courtesy car could do the same job at a good price, without the inconvenience of losing your car for the duration of the repair? BookMyGarage allows you to search for local garages which offer this facility, and compare their prices, all in one session.
Read this blog to find out which part is causing problems - your clutch or your gearbox.
Wondering how much a clutch replacement costs? Find out by reading this blog.