Suspension and Steering
Suspension and steering repairs in Milton Keynes
Shock absorbers, springs, arms and steering parts checked, quoted and replaced in our workshop on Sinclair Court, Bletchley.
4.7 from 30 Google reviewsWe repair suspension and steering on cars and vans at our Bletchley workshop, including shock absorbers, coil springs, suspension arms and steering parts. If your car knocks over bumps, sits lower on one corner or doesn't feel right on the road, bring it in. We'll find the worn part, tell you what it will cost, and our labour is guaranteed for 12 months.
- Shock absorbers
- Coil springs
- Suspension arms
- Steering parts
- 12-month labour guarantee
Signs of worn suspension
If you notice any of these, get the car checked.
- Noise
- Clunking or squeaking from the suspension, often over bumps
- Ride height
- One corner sits lower than the others, or the car sags
- Tyre wear
- Tyres wearing unevenly
- Handling
- The car feels bumpy, unsettled or less stable than it used to
How a suspension repair works
- 1
Tell us what you've noticed
Call, send a WhatsApp or use the quote form. If it has failed its MOT, send us the failure sheet.
- 2
We check and quote
The car goes up on the lift and we find the worn or broken part. We tell you what needs replacing and what it will cost.
- 3
We fix it
Once you've said yes, we do the work and let you know when it's ready.
Suspension and the MOT
Suspension is one of the most common reasons cars fail their MOT. DVSA test data puts suspension problems behind 9.08% of tests, second only to lamps and electrics. A broken, cracked or fractured coil spring is an MOT failure. If your car has failed on its suspension, send us the failure sheet and we'll quote for the work. See MOT preparation and repairs.
Why coil springs break
The AA explains that springs flex all the time, which can crack their protective coating. Road salt and water then get in and corrode the metal until it snaps. Worn shock absorbers make the springs work harder, and a blown tyre can put sudden strain on them. Springs often break without warning, and you may only notice a clunk or a car sitting lower on one side.
Rust around the suspension mounts
If the metal around a suspension mounting has rusted, the car can fail its MOT even when the parts themselves are fine. We weld sills, chassis and wheel arches to MOT standard. Read our guide to MOT corrosion failures.
Jobs we pass on
We don't do tyres or wheel alignment (tracking).
Our guarantee
Our labour is guaranteed for 12 months. Parts carry the manufacturer's own warranty, which varies from part to part.
Questions about suspension and steering
More answers on our FAQ page.
What are the signs of worn suspension?
Clunking or squeaking over bumps, one corner sitting lower than the others, tyres wearing unevenly, and handling that feels bumpy or unstable.
Will a broken coil spring fail the MOT?
Yes. A broken, cracked or fractured coil spring is an MOT failure.
Which suspension and steering parts do you replace?
Shock absorbers, coil springs, suspension arms and steering parts, on cars and vans of all makes.
Do you do wheel alignment?
No. We don't do tyres or wheel alignment (tracking).
Is suspension work guaranteed?
Yes. Our labour is guaranteed for 12 months, and the parts carry the manufacturer's own warranty.
Get a quote
Get a quote for your suspension
Tell us about your car and what it needs. Martin will get back to you with a quote.
Send Us a Message
Contact Details
- 01908 371693
- 07843 699463 (WhatsApp)
- mhautoservices@aol.com
- 2-3 Sinclair Court, Denbigh West Industrial Estate, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK1 1RB
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
- Monday to Friday
- 8am to 6pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed