Top Mechanics For EGR Valve Replacement & Repairs in Leicestershire
109 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Leicestershire, 7 years of experience
If you require car services such as advanced professional car diagnostics, electrical repairs, dash cam installation, cambelt replacement, clutch replacement, tire puncture repairs, jump-start assistance, or...
STEVE, Leicestershire • 25th October 2024
BMW X1 • EGR valve replacement
41 Reviews
Garage in Leicestershire, 13 years of experience
HGV Trained, 4 Years At Triumph Motorcycles As An Engine Builder & Training Employees, Mobile VAG Specialist Inc VW Caddy 1.6 To 2.0 Engine Conversions, Manual to DSG Conversions etc
23 Reviews
Garage in Leicestershire, 14 years of experience
I have 14 years of experience in and around the automotive industry which started in the army resolving any and all mechanical problems on military grade equipment. From there on I worked with prestige bran...
NICKY, Kettering • 13th April 2023
Ford Focus • EGR valve replacement
460 Reviews
Garage in Leicestershire, 25 years of experience
I have 25 years of experience in the mechanics industry. After leaving the Royal Engineers I started my mobile mechanic business, originally in Derby. After 7 years, I decided to move to Australia. While t...
154 Reviews
Garage in Leicestershire, 20 years of experience
20 Years experience as a vehicle technician covering all aspects of vehicle repairs and Electrical diagnostics with dealership experience and Hybrid level 3 qualified Control unit programming also carried...
24 Reviews
Garage in Leicestershire, 9 years of experience
I began my career with TCH in Derby who were a Ford main dealer were I was for around 5 years. I moved to work with ESP Servicing in Nottingham for 18 months before moving to KAM Servicing for a further 18 m...
MARIS, Derby • 17th January 2019
Vauxhall Insignia • EGR valve replacement
75 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Leicestershire, 19 years of experience
I began my car repair experience in a Peugeot main dealer. I spent three and a half year there and then two years Renault main dealership. I then worked on a variety of cars in backstreet garages and built m...
AMIN, Leicester • 14th June 2016
Vauxhall/Opel Zafira-B • EGR valve replacement
65 Reviews
Garage serving Leicestershire, 34 years of experience
I spent the first 7 years of my career building vehicles from ground upwards including replica vintage taxis and helping the customers keep them road worthy and doing on site repairs when needed. I then mov...
BOB, Market Harborough • 9th August 2024
Volkswagen Passat • EGR valve replacement
128 Reviews
Garage serving Leicestershire, 17 years of experience
Vehicle repair and maintenance - servicing, brakes, clutches & gearboxes, diagnostic, tuning, engine rebuilds, suspension. VW Audi specialist but experienced in working on all makes and models
STEPHANIE, Derby • 10th February 2024
BMW 2 Series • EGR valve replacement
332 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leicestershire, 10 years of experience
Ive been a mechanic for 10 years im hybrid trained and level 3 trained technician ive worked for a major leading company and decided to run my own business im also mot trained so have a good understanding of...
PETER, West Midlands • 14th September 2023
Vauxhall Astra • EGR valve replacement
44 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leicestershire, 12 years of experience
Main dealer and aftermarket experience. 12 years in the mechanical industry.
PHILIP, Warwickshire • 28th August 2023
Land Rover Discovery 3 • EGR valve replacement - LH
2 Reviews
Garage serving Leicestershire, 20 years of experience
We have mechanical engineering that have been qualified for over 20 years and have worked in different main dealerships
PETER, England • 6th January 2023
Volkswagen Golf • EGR valve replacement
223 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leicestershire, 11 years of experience
Started my career at a tuning garage specialising in tuning and upgrading Various styles of vehicle rally cars, drift cars, drag cars etc. I then moved to a service centre where I was involved in the genera...
MAYMUNAH, LOUGHBOROUGH • 4th August 2022
BMW 1 Series • EGR valve replacement
4 Reviews
Garage serving Leicestershire, 20 years of experience
I began my career with BMW where I was put through my apprenticeship and subsequently stayed with BMW for majority of my career in fact for over 17 years and left as a BMW MasterTech. I set-up my own busines...
ASTIE, Kettering • 19th April 2022
BMW 3 Series • EGR valve replacement
132 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Leicestershire, 8 years of experience
Been a mechanic from school as i done mechanic courses in school and college with a pass! Worked in several mechanic/tyre garages also mobile tyre fitting working on all makes and models, light and commercia...
PAULA, BINGHAM • 21st August 2021
Ford Transit • EGR valve replacement
Frequently asked questions about EGR valve replacement & repairs in Leicestershire
Read our answers to questions about EGR valve replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does an egr valve replacement in Leicestershire involve?
Whilst there are quite obviously many different engine designs on the market, there are as many different processes to change one.
There are some basic steps though that are common
- The mechanic will physically inspect the area around the EGR valve for leaks
- A full diagnostic test will be carried out with monitoring of live data
- If deemed to be faulty and once the engine has cooled, the EGR valve will be removed and replaced
- Diagnostic checks will be rerun and codes cleared down
- Vehicle will be road tested
What are the symptoms of a failing EGR valve?
An efficiently operating EGR valve is paramount to engine performance and a faulty one can make starting difficult and reduce performance considerably.
Some of the typical symptoms are
- Difficulty in starting
- Rough engine idle and stalling
- Poor running
- Reduced performance
- Higher fuel consumption
- Engine management light illuminated
- MOT failure on emissions
How long will an egr valve replacement take in Leicestershire?
On average, egr valve replacement times can range from 1 hour to 3 hours with an average of 1.5 hours. The time that the job takes will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
Is a bad egr valve an MOT failure?
Yes, a bad EGR valve can cause an MOT failure if the issue on the component leads to the vehicle failing its emissions test.
How much does it cost to clean EGR in Leicestershire?
On average it can cost between £150 to £500 to clean an EGR valve, depending on the make and model of your car. Some EGR valves take a lot of time to remove and refit, sometimes up 5-6 hours, and on top of that 2 hours to clean the EGR valve.
Can Leicestershire garages offer home collection and delivery for egr valve replacement?
Yes, many garages in Leicestershire are able to offer collection and delivery for an egr valve replacement. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a egr valve replacement in Leicestershire.
Can Leicestershire mobile mechanics do egr valve replacement at my home or office?
Yes, Leicestershire mobile mechanics can do an egr valve replacement at your home or office, provided there is a safe and sufficient space to conduct the repair or replacement. With ClickMechanic, once booked for a date and time of your choice, your booking will be offered to vetted mobile mechanics in your area.
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Mechanics in and around Leicestershire
- ANU Import And Export Ltd Trading As ABBEY CARS AND MOT, Leicester
- Carillon Services, Leicestershire
- Collingwood Motors Ltd, Leicester
- DSR Autos Limited, Leicester
- Dave The Mobile Mechanic, Loughborough
- Dh Autos, Leicester
- Jogia Services, Leicester
- Leicester Tyres And Testing Center LTD, Leicester
- Lexus Solutions, Leicester
- Mobile Mechanic, Whitwick
- Motivol Ltd, Leicester
- Parkland Services, Costock
- Summerland Commercials And Mot Centre, Leicestershire
- TTF Commercial Services, Loughborough
- The Motor Medics (Midlands) Ltd, Stanton-Under-Bardon