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In partnership with AXA™ InsuranceThey are responsible for your vehicle’s smooth drive over bumpy or uneven roads and are an essential part of your suspension system.
If your car is providing uncomfortable ride quality and is bouncing excessively, it could be that your shock absorbers aren’t operating correctly. Also, any puddles of oil-like fluid on the road around your wheels could be escaping from leaking shock absorbers.
Save up to 30% on your rear shock absorber. See our table below to browse our honest, upfront prices.
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They are responsible for your vehicle’s smooth drive over bumpy or uneven roads and are an essential part of your suspension system.
If your car is providing uncomfortable ride quality and is bouncing excessively, it could be that your shock absorbers aren’t operating correctly. Also, any puddles of oil-like fluid on the road around your wheels could be escaping from leaking shock absorbers.
Save up to 30% on your rear shock absorber. See our table below to browse our honest, upfront prices.
Daniel, from London
Hey Fixter, how often should shock absorbers need replacing?
Terry, Fixter in-house mechanic expert
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| Car make and model | Dealers average price | exclusive price | Instant savings |
|---|---|---|---|
 Mercedes 250 2.5 litres | £284.58 | £242.40 | 15% |
Mercedes 190 Series 2.5 litres | £296.40 | £240.00 | 19% |
Mercedes 190e 2.3 litres | £303.52 | £259.20 | 15% |
Mercedes A140 Classic 1.4 litres | £216.40 | £187.20 | 13% |
Mercedes 280 E 3 litres | £285.06 | £242.40 | 15% |
Mercedes 500 Sl Auto 5 litres | £301.79 | £242.40 | 20% |
Mercedes A140 Classic Se 1.4 litres | £224.08 | £187.20 | 16% |
Mercedes A150 Classic Se 1.5 litres | £222.52 | £183.60 | 17% |
Mercedes A150 Elegance Se 1.5 litres | £218.67 | £189.00 | 14% |
Mercedes C Class 1.8 litres | £218.48 | £189.00 | 13% |
Mercedes 500 Sl Auto 5 litres | £301.79 | £242.40 | 20% |
Mercedes 250 2.5 litres | £284.58 | £242.40 | 15% |
Mercedes A140 Classic Se 1.4 litres | £224.08 | £187.20 | 16% |
Mercedes 190 Series 2.5 litres | £296.40 | £240.00 | 19% |
Mercedes 190e 2.3 litres | £303.52 | £259.20 | 15% |
* The cost of your rear shock absorber depends on your car make and model and may vary depending on your location.
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We personally select every local garage based on our unique 25-point criteria, which includes staff qualifications, equipment standards and customer ratings.
Fully qualified mechanics with 10+ years’ experience 👨🔧
Your car is in the UK’s safest expert hands.
Manufacturer-equivalent parts only ⚙️
Identical to your manufacturer’s, but much cheaper!
In-house experts approve all work personally 🔍
Every service carried out by our partner garages is fully reviewed.
12-month warranty on parts and labour 🛠
Any additional work needed will be carried out for free.
Shock absorbers are responsible for your vehicle’s smooth drive over bumpy or uneven roads and are an essential part of your suspension system. Your shock absorbers are gas-filled tubes that are compressed by a piston, dissipating kinetic energy to provide a comfortable ride for you and your passengers, regulating the rebounding of the car.
You can expect shock absorbers to last at least 50k miles. Your owner’s manual may specify a different mileage or duration, as this figure is only a guideline. You should also have your shock absorbers checked after heavy contact with potholes, curbs or large rocks in the road.
Car suspension is a common reason for MOT failures. Broken or faulty shock absorbers, including oil leaks, will be a definite fail at an MOT.
If a shock absorber is leaking fluid, from malfunctioning or damaged seals, it will fail to operate correctly. A damaged, broken or bent shock absorber will also fail to operate as intended. This can happen through continual use, general wear or through damage from an accident. Some of the smaller internal parts will eventually wear out, which will prevent the complete component operating correctly.
If your car is providing uncomfortable ride quality and is bouncing excessively, it could be that your shock absorbers aren’t operating correctly.
When navigating corners or over uneven ground and your car feels unstable, this could also be due to suspension damage.
When driving over speed bumps or raised road elements causes uncomfortable and excessive bouncing, it is likely that your shock absorbers are damaged.
Any puddles of oil-like fluid on the road around your wheels could be escaping from leaking shock absorbers.
If your tyres lose contact with the road when driving over bumpy or uneven surfaces, then your suspension isn’t working properly and could be down to a faulty shock absorber.
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