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Milltop motors
Physical Garage
Grace Road, Exeter, EX2 8QA
Are you looking for a team of trustworthy, fully qualified, and experienced mechanics? Then Milltop Motors are the ones you can trust most. With over 10 years’ experience in the local area, we have built on our reputation of being a friendly, affordable, and trusted team of professionals. From vehicle performance upgrades to bespoke fabrication, we are certainly not limited to what we can do for you. You can book or receive a free quote with just a quick conversation. So, if your vehicle is long overdue some well-deserved upgrades and servicing, be sure to give us a call. Why Choose Us? Diverse range of services Fully qualified High-quality
Hourly labour rate£65
4.86 (58 reviews)
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Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with customers repeatedly praising friendly, knowledgeable staff, fast and efficient MOTs and repairs, and fair, transparent pricing. Many note easy booking and short‑notice fitting, good communication (including photos), specialist expertise on performance vehicles, and handy extras like courtesy cars and a comfortable waiting area. A few isolated issues — one report of the garage being closed unexpectedly and one unanswered post‑service query — appear, but these are uncommon amid the largely five‑star feedback.

RF Services
Physical Garage
Unit D2 Mercury Business Park, Cullompton, EX5 4BL
RF Services is an independent garage. Our aim is to provide you with an easy unforgettable experience. We provide excellent quality Servicing, Repairs, Maintenance services for all types of vehicles at affordable prices. We can supply, fit and balance tyres for your vehicle along with carry out air conditioning services. From MOT Failures & general maintenance to Cambelt’s and clutch’s we have got you covered. With our highly equipped workshop there is no job to big or too small! We can help with with all problems while making your life easier we aim to make all experiences stress free and pleasant experience! Unable to take your vehicle to
Hourly labour rate£50
4.55 (68 reviews)
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Customers repeatedly praise Ross and RF Services for friendly, honest workmanship, clear communication, good value and the convenient collect-and-return/MOT service. A smaller but notable number of reviewers report cancellations, no-shows or poor follow‑up communication, with isolated complaints about disputed repairs and greasy returns. Most say they would happily return or recommend the garage, but consistency around reliability and post‑job communication is the main area for improvement.

A Star Auto Mechanics Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 5A, Alphinbrook Road, Marsh Barton, Exeter, EX2 8RG
All your Car and Van needs, we got you covered. Servicing, Repairs and Inspection. Women and LGBTQ+ friendly. Budget friendly prices. We also sell car products on our website at great wholesale prices
Hourly labour rate£70
5 (28 reviews)
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Customer feedback is overwhelmingly positive, almost entirely five-star, with many reviewers singling out Daniel and his team. Praise focuses on friendly, honest and professional service, clear communication, quick turnarounds and fair pricing, with customers noting quality repairs (MOTs, clutches/gearboxes, radiators) and repeatedly saying they would return or recommend the garage. There are no recurring complaints to flag — reviews contain virtually no negative points.

DEVON TYRES ( RAC APPROVED)
Physical Garage
SHELL HOUSE, SANNERVILLE WAY, EXMINSTER , DEVON, EX6 8AA
For tyre fitting in Devon, get in touch with our tyre fitters for an instant response. We are both a local tyre garage and a fully mobile tyre fitting service that operates throughout Devon. We help customers who are either stuck on the side of the road or who aren’t able to get to our garage. We have a dedicated tyre fitting garage in Exeter with a range of tyres in stock. If you need new tyres fast, pop in and see us today. Other services include batteries, exhausts, air conditioning, brakes and all other garage services. As well as that, our mobile tyre fitting team can come to you wherever you are, no matter if you need a tyre fitted at
Hourly labour rate£80
4.98 (22 reviews)

SD Auto Repairs
Physical Garage
Mercury Business Park, Exeter, EX5 4BL
Visit our car garage on the outskirts of Cullompton for highly skilled mechanics. With over 10 years in the trade, we are fully qualified in all aspects of mechanical work to make sure your vehicle is running smoothly and, most importantly, safely. Our core services include diagnostics, servicing, MOT testing, air conditioning repairs, tyres and suspension maintenance, and brake and clutch replacements and repairs. Additionally, we also work efficiently and effectively to meet your deadline. Just get in touch today to speak to a trained mechanic.
Hourly labour rate£60
4.85 (36 reviews)
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Customers repeatedly praise SD Auto for friendly, knowledgeable staff, quick and efficient work, fair pricing and the convenient free pick-up and drop-off service, with many highlighting clear communication and fast turnarounds for MOTs and repairs. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, though a few note occasional booking or communication hiccups—including one report of arriving when the garage was unexpectedly closed—so clearer appointment updates would address the main weakness.

T&R Car Services Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 17, City Industrial Estate, Haven Road, Exeter, EX2 8DD
T&R Car Services has been serving Exeter and surrounding area since 2010, and our repairs and MOT tests are undertaken by our fully qualified and skilled team. We take pride in offering our customers honest, high quality service at a fair price. We use the latest tools, equipment and information when servicing your vehicle. Our mission is to provide our clients with exact diagnosis and repair. From basic oil changes to the most complicated engine repair, we are your one stop total car care place in Exeter.
Hourly labour rate£77.34
4.81 (21 reviews)

Livery Dole
Physical Garage
18 Trusham Road, Marsh Barton, Exeter, EX2 8QG
At Livery Dole, we can service and MOT all makes and models including your Mitsubishi, Subaru and Isuzu. Livery Dole was first established in 1923 and is one of only a few independently owned dealerships left in Devon and the South West – owned and run by its own employees! Following a management buyout in March 2020, Livery Dole prides itself on giving first class service and going the extra mile to ensure all our customers are happy and safe on the road. Whether you are looking for your next vehicle or to offer service or repair for your existing car or commercial vehicle, Livery Dole are the established, trusted name to get you on the ro
Hourly labour rate£90
3.97 (9 reviews)
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Most reviewers praise friendly, helpful staff, clear communication, well‑presented loan cars and confident EV expertise, often alongside competitive pricing. However, a number of customers report significant problems — billing errors or unexpected extra charges, missing paperwork, poor cleanliness and missed checks (some even noticed signs the car had been driven or had fuel missing). It seems a reasonable choice for routine and EV work, but check the invoice and inspect your vehicle carefully on collection.
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.
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If your car has a clutch problem and is dangerous to drive, you might not want to risk driving to a garage near you. Fortunately, there are plenty of 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.
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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.
How to be a better driver
Whether you’re driving in Exeter or further afield, think about road user etiquette. Showing respect for other road users makes driving more pleasant for you and safer for everyone. For example, if you have to make a last minute change of lane, make your request to change clear to the driver who will need to let you in - and signal your thanks if they do. Be ready to abandon the change of lane if they won’t play ball - your safety (and that of other drivers and pedestrians) is more important than getting to your destination in the shortest time possible. When the position is reversed and a driver asks your permission to change lanes, allow them to as long as it is safe. If you get frustrated, avoid using your horn - it won’t improve matters and might make them considerably worse.
Read this blog to find out how to keep your clutch in good condition for longer.
Read this blog to find out which part is causing problems - your clutch or your gearbox.
Read this blog and find out why riding the clutch is bad and how you can steer clear.
Wondering how much a clutch replacement costs? Find out by reading this blog.