Brake Repair | Book a Brake Repair in Torquay| RAC

£168.57

Average price for this repair in Torquay 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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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 Torquay

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.

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Try one of our nearby RAC Approved Garages

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Yalberton Autos

Our state of the art workshop houses three 2 posted ramps, a 5 tonne two post light commercial ramp and a pit for light commercial vehicles. This allows us to carry out any type of repair to almost all makes and models of vehicles. We are also registered to conduct class 4 MOT's and offer a modern and comfortable waiting area for our customers.

Jupiter House, Aspen Way, Paigton, TQ4 7QR

Motec UK Ltd

We are a established, local, independent garage. We subscribe to the motor industry code of practice offering an open and fair pricing policy.Our workshop is furnished with modern equipment and large enough to comfortably fit many cars and commercial vehicles - not to mention our experienced team of technicians.We can cater for your every need, we now have a large commercial section for individual or fleet users, from repairs to vosa weekly inspections. Please give us a call with you requirements.

Motec Uk Ltd, Unit 11 Torbay Business Park, Woodview Road, Paignton, TQ4 7HP

Autosave

We are an Rac approved garage specialising in diesels and diagnostics. We offer MOTs on motorbikes, cars, vans (up to 3.5 ton), motorhomes and minibuses. We have a full range of garage services and can cater for any vehicle up to 7.5 ton. Air conditioning repairs and re-gas service also available.

3 Nam House, Bradley Lane, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1JP

Clutchmaster Automaster

Clutchmaster was established in May 2000 by Dave Willcocks. Since then he has offered a "Second to none" clutch replacement deal for both public and trade customers. Due to our huge buying power we have been able to structure our prices accordingly, passing on superb savings. This makes Clutchmaster the best deal on BRAND NEW clutch parts not only in the Southwest but we believe Nationwide!!

Automaster Longcombe Cross, Longcombe, Totnes, TQ96PL

ARG Garage Services

We founded ARG Garage Services in 1995 to proudly serve automobile owners in the South Devon area. We're a family ran business with a great work family. We take pride in all the work we do and love to look after your vehicles - don’t hesitate to ask about our favourites, but you might be sticking around for awhile! We’re passionate about cars, and we bring that passion to the work we do. Our mechanical and bodywork technicians are professional, methodical and careful. We’ll send you home driving a safe vehicle that meets all regulations and inspections or a car that looks like a new one.

Arg Garage Services, Pottery Rd, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, TQ139JJ