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Service, Repairs & MOT

Glow plugs repair in Milton Keynes

Book an RAC Mobile Mechanic and we’ll come to you at home or work.

  • 12-months parts guarantee
  • Honest pricing
  • Exceptional customer service

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Why choose the RAC for a glow plug repair?

At the RAC, we've got over 125 years' experience helping UK drivers. We have the skills and knowledge to keep your vehicle running.

Plus, with RAC Mobile Mechanics, you can avoid the hassle of taking your vehicle to a garage when you need a repair. We’ll come to you, at your home or work.

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Our top pick in Milton Keynes

We’ll come to you at home or work

RAC Mobile Mechanic in Milton Keynes

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 easier. If you need a service or repair, they’ll come to you at your home or work.

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Book a glow plugs repair

If your diesel engine is having trouble starting, especially in cold weather, it could be faulty glow plugs. Our mobile mechanics can come to you at home or work to replace defective parts, all without the hassle of getting to a garage!

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

£99

We’ll spend up to 30 mins checking our 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.

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
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.

And it’s not just glow plug repairs that we do in Milton Keynes

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 RAC Approved Garages

MR CLUTCH

5.0/5

HIGHLY EXPERIENCED TECHNICIANS . FREE DIAGNOSTIC CHECKS , NATIONWIDE WARRANTIES , ESTABLISHED OVER 35 YEARS
11 Goulds Close, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK1 1EQ

Billing Car and Van Centre

5.0/5

Billing Car & Van Centre is an RAC Approved Garage that specialises in the repair of vehicles with fair pricing. Customer satisfaction and retention is extremely important to us. Our ethos is simple; to be open and honest with our customers. We will not commence any repair work without fully discussing it and providing a quotation. Should any complications arise during the repair process, we will keep customers fully updated at every stage. We have a drop-off facility at our sales site, or we can offer a collect and deliver service locally FREE of charge (by prior arrangement)
Units 4 And 5, 2 Pennard Close, Backmills, NN47BE

MK MOT & Service Centre

4.8/5

We are a local independent garage offering our customers all forms of mechanical repairs, servicing and MOT's. Business partners Mark and Craig have over 50 years' experience working on all makes and models of vehicles, with no job being too big or too small. We are members of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) which should offer you peace of mind that we take great pride in our work as it ensures we remain up to date with all courses and techniques. We work out of a large workshop which has 4 ramps, including an MOT bay, and we have a large comfortable waiting area available for your use should you like to wait whilst we work on your car.
36 Barton Road, Eaton Ind Est, Milton Keynes, MK23LQ

Homan Tyres, Bosch Car Service

3.7/5

We are members of the Bosch Car Service Network which is a national network of independent garages. Our objective is to provide you with a friendly and professional service for all your motoring needs at a fair and affordable price, using Bosch and Original Equipment quality parts. Our garages are fully equipped with modern, innovative diagnostic systems for quick and accurate trouble-shooting. We are audited by, and accredited to the Trading Standards Institute (TSI) to guarantee that we maintain the high standards set by Bosch. You can rely on us for fast, expert and affordable vehicle servicing and repair work. For everything your car needs.
26 High Street, 0, Kempston, MK427AJ

Autolusso.

3.0/5

About Autolusso MOT, Repairs and Service - MOT Stations in Dunstable, LU5 5TT Welcome to Autolusso Working to the highest standards on all brands of car Autolusso is an independent garage that completes high quality work on all brands of car, meeting the standards required to be registered with the Trust-A-Garage scheme. Autolusso is also an RAC Approved Garage and registered with the Independent Garage Association’s Trust-My-Garage scheme. Located by Morrisons supermarket in Houghton Regis, Autolusso offers service, diagnostic and repair work on all makes and models of car. We also offer in-house MOTs, tyre replacement and repair, wheel alignment and air-conditioning servicing. In addition, we carry out numerous performance modifications and upgrades, including re-mapping, and also body work repairs. Autolusso is a 'one stop shop' for all your vehicle requirements. Every technician is fully qualified and also receives ongoing training to ensure that our high standards are maintained. The skills and experience of our workshop technicians means that no job is too big or too small. Our workshop is equipped with 9 two-post ramps, 2 four-post ramps, one of which is our Bosch 4 wheel alignment ramp and the other is our MOT bay. We have the latest diagnostic equipment which allows us to diagnose and repair most faults found on any modern vehicle. Why choose Autolusso? • All work carried out in our workshop is completed to the highest standards, with unparalleled attention to detail and up to 50% cheaper than UK franchised dealer prices • A wide range of services including the repair or replacement of all vital components, such as brakes, clutches, suspension, exhausts, cam belts, batteries, wheels and tyres • We are always happy to help, no matter how big or small the problem may be, and we offer a jargon-free break down of any work required on your vehicle Services available • VOSA approved MOT station (MOTs for £29.99) • Vehicle servicing • Diagnostic and repair on all brands of car • Tyre replacement, puncture repair and wheel balancing • Wheel alignment with the latest Bosch 2017 4-wheel alignment machine • Wheel refurbishment • Clutch, brake, exhaust and suspension repair and replacement • Engine, gearbox and differential reconditioning • Air conditioning servicing • Performance modifications and upgrades • Bodywork repair • Local delivery and collection service • Courtesy cars • Flexible payment options, including Payment Assist* *Payment Assist is an interest free way to spread the cost of car repairs up to the value of £1,000; • Pay 25% of the invoice when the work is completed • Pay the remaining amount over 3 equal monthly payments • Terms and conditions apply Please ask for details If there is something you are interested in but cannot see it on the list above then please contact us directly and we will do our best to help. And for further information please visit our website http://www.autolusso.co.uk/ When you phone us please remember to mention Trustagarage.com. Thank you. Qualifications VOSA Certificate The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management - Environmental Permitting Operators Certificate (EPOC)
5A-5B King St, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU55TT

Frequently asked questions on glow plug repair

A glow plug heats the air in a diesel engine to help it start, especially in cold weather.

When a glow plug fails, your engine might be hard to start, producing more smoke, engine misfires, and poorer performance.

You can, but it’s not a good idea. It can lead to poor engine performance, increased emissions, and overall damage.

Glow plugs typically last between 60,000 to 100,000 miles. Read your car’s manual and have them checked regularly.

It’s tricky and needs specific tools, so it’s best to let a mechanic handle it.

Replacing faulty glow plugs can improve engine start-up, reduce emissions, save fuel, and prevent engine damage.

It depends on your car’s warranty terms. They’re often not covered since they’re a wear-and-tear item, check with your warranty provider.

Yes, all diesel engines use glow plugs for starting, especially in cold weather. Regular maintenance and replacements are vital for the best performance.

Failures can be due to electrical issues, carbon build-up, corrosion, or incorrect installation. Regular maintenance helps prevent this.