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Station Garage (Park Gate) Ltd
Physical Garage
Park Gate Business Centre, Chandlers Way, Southampton, SO31 1FQ
Station Garage in Park Gate is a family-run service and MOT test centre with a reputation for honesty and reliability. We’ve been in business for over 20 years and our team have over 100 years of experience working on vehicles between them.
Hourly labour rate£90
4.9 (1241 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, repeatedly praising a friendly, knowledgeable team, clear communication and fast, reliable MOTs and servicing. Many highlight easy online booking, helpful reminders, fair pricing and honesty — several reviewers say they’ve used the garage for years and happily recommend it. Minor gripes include occasional parts delays or small billing discrepancies, an isolated fitting error and awkward parking, but these are portrayed as rare and usually resolved promptly.

James Diggens Auto Services
Physical Garage
Unit H, Mereworth Industrial Estate, Shamblehurst Lane North, Hedge End, Southampton, SO32 2BY
I always had a love for anything with a engine from a very young age, I served my apprenticeship in a main dealership gaining the best diagnostic techniques available. I knew the time was right to start my own garage with my main focus of being honest about repairs and giving an explanation of the work needed. I'm very proud of every job I do and every car is worked on as if it is owned by myself. This is also reflected in saving my customers thousands of pounds from other garage quotes as there are so many repair options on today's modern cars. Our low overheads and excellent workmanship along with continued customer care makes so many peop
Hourly labour rate£90
4.96 (134 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its honest, trustworthy service and excellent communication, with many highlighting the friendly, professional approach and fair pricing that compares favourably to main dealerships. The personal touch of a family-run business stands out, including helpful explanations of advisories, punctual collection and delivery services, and staff who genuinely prioritise customer needs. Reviewers repeatedly describe the work as thorough and reliable, with cars often running better after servicing, and many note they've become loyal repeat customers who recommend the garage to friends and family.

E&J Jarvis Ltd
Physical Garage
66 Onslow Rd, Southampton, SO14 0JN
We have been servicing and repairing Southampton's cars since 1947 and have a wealth of experience when it comes to keeping you on the road. From MOTs to servicing and heavy duty repair work, we take on all jobs big or small. Our expert team are able to work on every make and model of vehicle including classic cars. We're relatively new to Book my garage so make sure to check our google reviews to see how good our service is.
Hourly labour rate£79
4.95 (211 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, professional staff and transparent, honest approach—many highlight fair pricing, no-pressure advice, and high-quality workmanship that leaves cars running smoothly. The complimentary car wash and hoover, efficient turnaround times, and helpful collection/delivery service are frequently mentioned as standout extras that exceed expectations. One customer noted a minor mix-up with collection timing, though this was quickly resolved without issue.

Kinleys Garage
Physical Garage
Unit 1a Kemps Quay Industrial Park, Quayside Road, Bitterne, Southampton, SO18 1BZ
Looking for a trusted garage with a proven track record? Kinleys Garage is your go-to destination for expert vehicle repairs in Southampton. Established in 1985, we’ve built a strong reputation for providing outstanding service and exceptional workmanship from our convenient location on Quayside Road. Our team of highly skilled mechanics is ready to handle everything from auto electrics and MOT testing to full servicing and repairs. We specialise in fixing all types of car issues, including clutches, cam belts, engines, brakes, exhausts, air conditioning, wheel alignment, and tyres. With the latest diagnostic technology and main dealer-tr
Hourly labour rate£77.5
4.93 (323 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, praising Kinleys for trustworthy, friendly and knowledgeable staff, clear communication, quick turnarounds and fair, transparent pricing, with many citing repeat use, easy online booking and convenient options like collection. A minority reported occasional phone-response or scheduling hiccups and a couple of limits (no on-site electrician, confusion over a blue‑light discount), but such issues are rare compared with the consistent high praise.

Jean Pierre ltd
Physical Garage
8 Shirley Park Road, Southampton, SO16 4FP
** Prices are subject to vehicle make/model** We are a family run business offering great service and expertise. Established in 1976, we now specialise in the repair of VAG and Skoda vehicles. We also have full workshop facilities, servicing, repairs, parts and MOTs.
Hourly labour rate£85
4.92 (136 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for its friendly, helpful staff who provide excellent communication throughout the service process, with many highlighting transparent pricing and honest advice that avoids unnecessary work. The efficient service, quick turnaround times, and willingness to go the extra mile—such as fitting in last-minute MOTs—earn strong loyalty from repeat customers. One reviewer mentioned that their service took longer than the half-day slot suggested, though this was raised as a minor query rather than a significant concern.

Badminstons (Hythe)
Physical Garage
Unit 5 Shore Road, Hythe, Southampton, SO45 6GJ
Welcome to Badminstons Hythe. We can assist you with all your vehicle needs including servicing and MOT as well as general car repairs. We offer class 1,2,4,5 and 7 MOT's . We are open 5 days a week at Badminstons, Hythe and can take your online bookings, repairs and quote enquiries 24/7. We're a local garage with expertise in fixing vehicles of all make and models.
Hourly labour rate£80
4.86 (357 reviews)
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Customers overwhelmingly praise Badminstons, with almost all five‑star reviews describing the team as friendly, trustworthy and highly knowledgeable. Frequent positives include easy online booking, clear communication, quick turnarounds, good value and helpful extras like collection/drop‑off and thorough MOTs/services. Occasional negatives are minor and isolated — mainly a missed promised call or a short delay — but complaints are rare.

MOT's Only Southampton
Physical Garage
UNIT 3 PARK BUSINESS CENTRE, PARK ROAD, SOUTHAMPTON, SO15 3US
Along with offering honest and accurate advice for all our customers, drivers who bring their vehicle to our garage can be confident that they will receive one of the highest standards in the area. MOT's Only Southampton has been trading for over 20 years, while our experienced team members have over 80 years combined experience between them. When it comes to restoring the condition of your vehicle, our team offer a large range of services all completed to a professional standard.
Hourly labour rate£60
4.81 (304 reviews)
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Customers repeatedly praise friendly, helpful staff, fast no‑fuss MOTs, clear communication and easy online booking, with many citing good value and years of repeat business. A small number of negative reviews mention cancellations by email, missed or delayed repairs and occasional long waits, suggesting the garage is generally reliable but could improve communication and follow‑through in a few cases.

Ace Automotive Southern Ltd
Physical Garage
2-4 Beatrice Road, Shirley, Southampton, SO15 3GU
Ace Automotive ltd is based in Shirley, Southampton and has been providing high quality repairs, to both individuals and businesses,for over 20 years . We specialise in all makes and models MOT’s and Car/Van Servicing to Car Exhausts and Tyres. We offer competitive prices and all of our parts and labour are guaranteed from 6 months to a year, depending on parts. If you are unable to drop your car or van off due to work commitments we offer a Pick Up & Drop Off service for your convenience.
Hourly labour rate£70
4.8 (349 reviews)
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage, with most reviewers giving five stars for reliable, friendly and professional MOTs, quick repairs and good value. Common strengths are helpful, communicative staff, short‑notice or same‑day appointments, honest advice (no unnecessary extras) and technicians who go the extra mile. A minority mention weaknesses: intermittent communication lapses (missed calls, unsigned service books), a few cancelled bookings and occasional arrival/parking or safety concerns.

YEWTREE WORKSHOPS - FAWLEY
Physical Garage
Badminston lane, Fawley, southampton, SO45 1BX
Welcome to Yewtree Workshops Ltd at Fawley. Stuart and his team will be happy to assist with all your vehicle needs including servicing,Tyres and tracking as well as diagnostic and general car repairs. We offer class 4,5 or 7 Mot testing. We can mot and service motorhomes upto 30' in length. We can now offer DPF cleaning as well as injector, Turbo and inlet manifold cleaning at competitive prices. All our technicians are fully qualified to work on electric vehicles With 35 years of practical, time-served experience, our expert mechanics have the skills and the dedication to take on any job and we are proud to be members of the good garage sc
Hourly labour rate£70
4.77 (224 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for its friendly, helpful staff, efficient service, and competitive pricing, with many highlighting quick MOT turnarounds and a trustworthy approach that avoids unnecessary upselling. The convenient location and willingness to accommodate short-notice bookings are frequently appreciated, though one reviewer mentioned that online booking confirmations could be quicker and another noted a minor error with mileage recording that required a return visit. Overall, the garage enjoys strong loyalty from repeat customers who value the professional yet cheerful atmosphere and excellent customer service.

Southcoast Automotive Services
Physical Garage
Barfield Close, Bar End, Winchester, SO23 9SQ
Friendly, Local Family Run Garage We are your friendly, local family run car garage in Winchester, Hampshire - dedicated to providing you with a comprehensive range of automotive services tailored to your specific requirements. From car servicing and maintenance, DPF cleaning to engine diagnostics and car repairs in Winchester, Eastleigh, Hedge End and the surrounding areas - we are the company to call. All work undertaken is completed to the highest of standards by trained and experienced auto specialists. We are committed to providing a superb range of garage services to meet all your private vehicle and business vehicle needs. Thi
Hourly labour rate£85
4.86 (86 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for excellent communication throughout the service process, with staff described as friendly, efficient and genuinely helpful. The reasonable pricing and quality of work earn strong recommendations, with several loyal customers returning year after year for MOTs and servicing. Many reviewers appreciate how well-informed they're kept about their vehicle's progress, and note their cars are returned clean and running smoothly.
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.
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 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 Southampton 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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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.
Southampton has been a settlement since Roman and Saxon times, and Roman ruins still remain in a suburb called Bitterne Manor. Some remnants of the medieval wall still exist throughout the city, most notably the Bargate in the centre. Southampton has grown rapidly in the past 30 years, becoming one of the twenty largest cities in England. The two universities (Solent University and University of Southampton) give it a large student population in term time and the city boasts a variety of things to do and see.
Read this blog to find out which part is causing problems - your clutch or your gearbox.
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