How much does it cost to replace an exhaust silencer?
Exhaust silencer replacement cost (UK) ranges between £75 and £425.
Our figures show that the average cost of an exhaust silencer replacement stands at £213.
Can I carry out an exhaust silencer replacement myself?
Depending on how badly the parts in the system have corroded or seized in place, the job can vary greatly in difficulty. We’d suggest that a competent DIY mechanic with a wide range of experience could handle the job well enough, with the right tools for the job at hand.
For those exhausts rusted firmly in place, it’s quite likely you’ll to need to get a grinder at them, and the fixings.
If everything looks clean and tidy, it could be nice and simple. For the nastier looking jobs, perhaps the basic home mechanic would be better leaving this job to a professional fitter.
What are the exhaust silencer replacement costs at a dealership compared to Fixter garages?
| Operation | Vehicle | Dealer Price | Fixter Price | Saving |
| Exhaust silencer replacement | Fiat 500 1.2ltr Petrol | £285 | £248 | 15% |
| Exhaust silencer replacement | Ford Focus 1.4ltr Petrol | £86 | £75 | 14% |
| Exhaust silencer replacement | Vauxhall Astra 1.6ltr Petrol | £217 | £184 | 18% |
| Exhaust silencer replacement | VW Golf 1.6ltr Petrol | £251 | £211 | 19% |
| Exhaust silencer replacement | Ford Fiesta 1.2ltr Petrol | £481 | £415 | 16% |
| Exhaust silencer replacement | VW Polo 1.2ltr Petrol | £269 | £238 | 13% |
| Exhaust silencer replacement | Honda Jazz 1.2ltr Petrol | £396 | £341 |