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What does an exhaust pipe do?
Exhaust pipes typically consist of several parts such as a downpipe, a central exhaust pipe and a rear exhaust pipe. Their job is to transport the exhaust gases from the manifold to the catalytic converter to eventually be cleaned and expelled from the vehicle.
What are the symptoms of a bad exhaust pipe?
Below are the top three symptoms that could indicate you need to replace your exhaust pipe:
Loud noises from the exhaust
Decreased fuel efficiency
Loss of power
What happens when we do an exhaust pipe replacement on your car?
Our certified mechanics will:
Inspect the exhaust pipes.
If the exhaust system or pipes are damaged (cracked, rusted through etc.), the mechanic will replace the necessary parts.
They will also replace the exhaust gasket(s), if necessary.
Advise if other parts need to be replaced.
Check for any exhaust leaks and test drive the car.
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What does an exhaust pipe do?
Your car’s exhaust system is designed to transport and release the exhaust gases from the engine’s cylinders into the air and typically consists of an exhaust manifold, downpipe, exhaust pipes, an exhaust silencer and a catalytic converter. Exhaust gases are filtered out of the engine cylinders, into the manifold and then into the exhaust pipes and are fed to the catalytic converter to be cleaned.
Exhaust pipes usually consist of several parts like a downpipe, a central exhaust pipe and a rear exhaust pipe. All these parts are connected with an assortment of exhaust gaskets. The entire exhaust system is essential in the efficient and smooth running of your vehicle.
Mini
Mini is a British automotive marque that has been owned by the German multinational vehicle manufacturer BMW since 2000.
The Mini brand was originally introduced in 1969 when the vehicle model became a marque in its own right, breaking away from the Austin and Morris brands under the British Leyland umbrella.
How popular is Mini in the United Kingdom?
The Mini Hatch was the 7th best selling car of 2018 in the UK. Mini is a consistent favourite among buyers with a leaning for British cultural icons and retro styling.
There are around 750k Mini cars on the roads, showing that the brand is still as popular as ever due to their compact sizing, attractive styling and its reputation as a classy and classic small car.
Mini: a premium product of British motoring
With its unique and unmistakable styling, Mini is firmly placed as a premium product. Its ownership by BMW has added advantages in production, by being able to lean on the executive luxury German marque for many of the advanced technological systems and specialist industry knowledge used in their manufacture.
A piece of British culture and a Hollywood star
Enhancing its popularity as a household name, the original British Mini became a star of the silver screen when it appeared predominantly in the gold-heist movie ‘The Italian Job’ in 1969, starring Michael Caine and Noel Coward. With a remake hitting the screens in 2003, the new Mini was called on to star once again, and a selection of Mini hatch models continued the tradition by featuring in the film.
Mini: a new competitor to the most popular 3-door hatchbacks
Despite its small footprint, the Mini hatch is providing real competition to the Audi A1 and VW Polo due to its premium quality build. And with the weight of BMW behind them, it’s easy to see why.
How often should an exhaust pipe need replacing?
In modern cars with high-quality parts, the exhaust pipes should last the lifetime of the car. However, older cars or those with cheaper parts may need to have the exhaust system inspected and looked at every 5-10 years.
The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT
There are strict regulations regarding exhaust systems and car emissions. A car's exhaust system, including the manifold and pipe, cannot have any serious leaks, corrosion or cracks. An annual MOT tests both the exhaust system for leaks and deterioration and the emissions coming from the exhaust system.
What happens when we do an exhaust pipe replacement on your car?
Our certified mechanics will:
Inspect the exhaust pipes.
If the exhaust system or pipes are damaged (cracked, rusted through etc.), the mechanic will replace the necessary parts.
They will also replace the exhaust gasket(s), if necessary.
Advise if other parts need to be replaced.
Check for any exhaust leaks and test drive the car.
What causes an exhaust pipe to break?
Exhaust pipes run underneath the car, therefore they are constantly exposed to the elements so are more prone to wear. In damp conditions older exhausts can rust or become corroded and sometimes pipes can be damaged when driving, for example when driving too quickly over speed bumps.
When should an exhaust pipe be replaced?
Modern exhaust systems are designed to last the lifetime of a vehicle. The exhaust pipes are typically made from either chrome or stainless steel so can withstand wear, rust and corrosion. On older cars or those with cheaper parts the exhaust pipes will last between 5-10 years. This being said, because exhaust pipes run underneath the car they are directly exposed to the elements so can easily rust or become damaged.
What are the symptoms of a bad exhaust pipe?
Usually, there a few signs you can look for:
Loud noises from the exhaust
Decreased fuel efficiency
Loss of power
Rusted or loose exhaust pipes
Burning smell from the engine bay
Gas smell inside the car
How often should you replace your exhaust pipe?
In modern cars with high-quality parts, the exhaust pipes should last the lifetime of the car. However, older cars or those with cheaper parts may need to have the exhaust system inspected and looked at every 5-10 years.
What happens when we do an exhaust pipe replacement on your car?
Our certified mechanics wil
Inspect the exhaust pipes.
If the exhaust system or pipes are damaged (cracked, rusted through etc.), the mechanic will replace the necessary parts.
They will also replace the exhaust gasket(s), if necessary.
Advise if other parts need to be replaced.
Check for any exhaust leaks and test drive the car.
Can you drive with a broken exhaust pipe?
We do not recommend driving when any part of your exhaust is broken. While you can still technically drive, it's neither safe nor legal and poses a number of issues when you're out on the road. Whether your exhaust pipes are cracked, rusted, hanging off or have fallen off completely, it's an important part of your vehicle which needs your immediate attention.
Not only could your car be emitting harmful gases as you drive, it could also be running at a decreased fuel efficiency, which may be costing you more money.
What happens if you don't change a broken exhaust pipe?
If you put off an exhaust pipe replacement, your car could be emitting harmful emissions as you drive which could breach the legal limit. Issues with your exhaust could also affect the performance of your car, such as decreased fuel efficiency and poor performance and acceleration.
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