Brake Repairs in Scarborough

Your brakes are the most important safety system on your car. If you've noticed grinding, squealing, a spongy pedal or a warning light, don't leave it — bring it to Roscoe Street Garage in Scarborough for a proper look. We'll tell you honestly what's needed, and what isn't.

Signs your brakes need attention

Listen and feel for the warning signs:

• Squealing, scraping or grinding when you brake
• A brake pedal that feels soft or spongy, or travels further than usual
• Vibration through the pedal or steering wheel when braking
• The car pulling to one side under braking
• A brake or ABS warning light on the dashboard

Any of these is worth getting checked straight away.

Brake pads and discs

Pads wear with every stop, and discs wear more slowly alongside them. We measure both and replace only what needs replacing — sometimes pads alone, sometimes pads and discs together. Leaving worn pads too long can damage the discs, turning a small job into a bigger one.

Calipers, brake fluid and handbrakes

A sticking caliper can make the car pull, overheat a wheel and wear pads unevenly. We replace calipers, change brake fluid, and repair and adjust handbrakes — a common MOT failure item. If your car has failed on brakes, see our MOT repair service.

ABS warning light

An ABS light usually points to a sensor, wiring or module fault. Your normal brakes will generally still work, but the anti-lock system may not. We read the fault codes and trace the cause using our diagnostic equipment, then quote for the repair.

Free brake check in Scarborough

Not sure if your brakes need doing? We offer a free, no-obligation brake check. We'll inspect your pads, discs and fluid and let you know where you stand — with no pressure to book any work.