How much does it cost to replace brake discs and pads?
The average cost to replace your front brake discs and pads is £224.00. Costs can range from £140 to £400.
The average cost to replace your back brake discs and pads is £249.00. Again, those costs can range from £140 to £400.
It is fair to say that your brakes are your car’s most important safety feature.
Modern drum and disc-based systems are more and more complex, hence more and more efficient and reliable.
Disc-based system comprise a brake disc, calliper and pads or shoes – these have a lining to enhance friction. On braking, brake fluid enters the caliper, squeezing the pads against the disc to stop the car. This is basically how many braking systems works.
How much brake repairs cost at dealerships compared to using Fixter garages?
The cost of brake discs and pads replacement depends on your car brand, model and engine.
Also, depending on your location, the price of a brake discs and pads replacement on your vehicle can vary.
| Vehicle | Service | Dealer price | Fixter | Saving |
| BMW 1 Series Hatchback 2ltr Diesel | Front brake discs and pads replacement | £298 | £252 | 18% |
| Citroen C1 Airscape 1.2ltr Petrol | Front brake discs and pads replacement | £267 | £228 | 17% |
| Mini Hatchback 1.6ltr Petrol | Front brake discs and pads replacement | £174 | £151 | 15% |
| Nissan Juke 1.5ltr Petrol | Front brake discs and pads replacement | £440 | £379 | 16% |
| Peugeot 208 1.6ltr Diesel | Front brake discs and pads replacement | £196 | £169 | 16% |
| Audi A3 2ltr Diesel | Rear brake discs and pads replacement | £265 | £232 | 14% |
| BMW 3 Series 1.6ltr Petrol | Rear brake discs and pads replacement | £439 | £382 | 15% |
| Citroen C4 1.6ltr Diesel | Rear brake discs and pads replacement | £349 | £293 | 19% |
| Honda Jazz 1.4ltr Petrol | Rear brake discs and pads replacement | £182 | £154 | 18% |
| Hyundai I10 1.2 Petrol | Rear brake discs and pads replacement | £192 | £160 | 20% |