Brake Repair | Book a Brake Repair in Solihull| RAC

£161.12

Average price for this repair in Solihull in the last 30 days^

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Why choose the RAC for a brake repair?

With more than 125 years of experience, the RAC is trusted by millions of UK drivers. When you spot the early signs of brake issues such as grinding, squeaking or general wear out, RAC Mobile Mechanics can carry out your brake repair on your driveway or at your workplace; saving you time and hassle while ensuring your repairs are completed by knowledgeable, highly-trained experts.

Common brake repairs often include replacing worn brake pads, checking or topping up brake fluid, and resolving handbrake faults that affect stopping performance and safety.

Close up of an RAC Mobile Mechanic underneath a car

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RAC Mobile Mechanic in Solihull

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At the RAC, we’ve got over 125 years’ experience in offering complete peace of mind® to our members. We’re best known for our breakdown service. And now – our new RAC Mobile Mechanics are here to help make every day motoring more convenient and easier. If you need a service or repair, they’ll come to you at your home or work.

Book a brake repair

Brakes are essential to staying safe on the road, so keeping them in top condition is crucial. In this article we’re going to run through the different parts of a brake system.

OEM quality parts

We use original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standard parts, which means every new part will be the same standard and same quality as the original part it replaced.

Mechanics you can trust

Our mobile mechanics are friendly, honest, and backed by the RAC.

Vehicle diagnostic check

£99

We’ll spend up to 30 mins checking your car’s onboard management system for faults. We’ll talk you through repairs needed and provide a full report. If any further work is needed, we’ll agree this with you before we start. Any additional work after the first 30 minutes will be priced at £20 per 15 minutes. We’ll agree this with you before proceeding.

Diagnostic check

We’ll look for any mechanical or electrical problems. If we need to, we’ll also check your car’s onboard engine management system. Depending on your car and issue, this will usually include: – Engine – Power steering – Brakes – Transmission – Exhaust system – Fuel injection system – Cooling system and air flow – Sensors

Full error report and advice on repairs

If we detect any issues, we'll talk through what needs to be repaired. We’ll give you a no-obligation quote to fix it on the spot, if we can. Or we’ll recommend a local RAC Approved Garage, and give you a full error report to take there.

Average cost of a brake repair by car make^

The cost to repair your brakes will depend on the car you drive. According to RAC data, the average cost to repair your brakes is £329. But you can check out the average price of a brake repair for your specific car make here.

Make	Average price
BMW	£267
Ford	£271
Audi	£289
Volkswagen	£281
Vauxhall	£271
Land Rover	£324
Mini	£236
Kia	£257
Nissan	£267

^Average price quoted for brake repairs by RAC Mobile Mechanics from 01/01/25 to 31/03/25.

And it’s not just brake repairs that we do in Solihull

Mobile mechanics bring the garage to you, saving you the hassle of getting your car to a garage. If you need a service or repair, they’ll come to you at your home or work.

A close up of an RAC mobile mechanic looking under the hood of a car

Try one of our nearby RAC Approved Garages

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Priory Service Station

Priory Service Station Family run business, been going for over 40 years. friendly staff, we cater for cars vans and motorhomes, MOTs repairs and services as well as diagnostics pleasant waiting area with refreshment services.

Priory Service Station, 164 Priory Road, Hall Green, Birmingham, B28 0TB

Auto Solutions & Parts Limited

1) ENGINE REBUILDING ( RECONDITIONING ) 2) DSG Gearbox Repair and Replacements and most of the makes Automatic Transmission services 3) All mechanical work including MOT, Servicing, Brake Discs & Brake Pads, DPF Regen, Welding work so you do not always have to buy new parts if your old parts are repairable, etc. 4) New & Part worn Tyres on very good prices Special offer on selected tyre sizes on new ones 5) Air condition gas refill for new & old cars The reason to use us is that once you come to us you do not need to go to different garages for your vehicle repairs as we do everything under one roof

231A, Montgomery Street, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B111DS

Sakis Auto Centre

Unit 2B Cole River Park, Warwick Road, B11 2QX

City Fleet Care.

We are a independent RAC & AA approved, family run garage that has been running for almost 20 years We offer a wide range of services from MOT class 4,5 & 7 to servicing, cambelts, clutches, engine rebuilds, Ecu remaping, tyres, exhausts, bodywork and Valeting We undertake all mechanical work We predominantly carry out service and repair work for the fleet market which means most of the cars/vans we see are new so we have the latest diagnostic equipment available. Everything we do comes with 12 months warranty and is done to manufacture specification

78A Wharfdale Road, Birmingham, B112DE

CW Vehicle Service Centre

RAC APPROVED GARAGE AA CERTIFIED GARAGE TRUST MY GARAGE MEMBER ROYAL MOTOR INSTITUTE MEMBER VIDEO PRODUCED ON REPAIRS FOR CUSTOMER TO VIEW FREE COLLECTION & DELIVERY SERVICE (WITH IN 7 MILES) WASH & VAC SERVICE PAYMENT ASSIST AVAILABLE

8-12 Riverside Drive, Stechford, Birmingham, B339BF