BATES MOTOR REPAIRS LTD , Kent | ClickMechanic

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(42 ratings)

  • 42 years professional experience

  • 114 completed bookings

  • Active since July 2016

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BATES MOTOR REPAIRS LTD , Kent | ClickMechanic

Adrian B
Hi, my name is Adrian and I am a fully qualified Master Technician who has been working in the motor industry for the last 42 years. I come from a main dealer background and have previously worked in Renault, Jaguar, Kia, Hyundai, Ssangyong and SAAB main dealers, and Mazda.

I established this company 8 years ago, providing my customers with 7 days a week appointments, at our workshop in Chilham. This is usually a great help as it means cars can be fixed outside of standard working hours, meaning you won't have to take any time off work to have your car fixed.

I can carry out all forms of mechanical work from repairs, maintenance work and servicing through to MOT's, on all makes and models of vehicles.
All supplied and fitted parts come with a manufacturer parts warranty, which can often be upgraded to offer a lifetime warranty for a small extra fee. I shall also provide a labour guarantee to match that of any parts I supply and fit for your peace of mind.

We can offer a mobile service also, this depends on type of job and diary spaces.
A collection and delivery service is also available, depending on the distance.
We offer a breakdown recovery service (NOT 24HRS)
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Jennifer
24th March 2025
MG HS Full Service
MOT with collection & delivery
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Bates did very well. They collected on time, carried out the work and bought the MOT certificate when returning my vehicle and sent service report via Clickmechanic online. Very polite, very reasonable costs. Excellent service so highly recommend.

Terry
14th March 2025
Hyundai Kona Tyre fitting
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Car was picked up from work so I didn't see the mechanic but an excellent job thank you ๐Ÿ™‚๐Ÿ‘

Fiona
21st February 2025
Ford Focus Major Service
MOT with collection & delivery
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Arrived an hour and a half after the allotted time slot given. No communication until I contacted. Was told that the garage didnโ€™t open until 08:30 - not sure why I had been given the time slot 08:00-10:00.
Car was in for an MOT and major service. Again, no communication until the car arrived back at 19:00. Asked if car had passed and was told โ€˜Iโ€™m just the driverโ€™. Checked paperwork, where there was an advisory indicating some minor work required. Had I have known, I would have got the work completed whilst car in garage.
Overall, was disappointed with the late collection (had chosen time slot due to other commitments) and general lack of communication.
Would not use again which is a shame given the positive reviews seen. Read more

Joshua
17th January 2025
Audi A3 Full Service
MOT with collection & delivery
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Andy was great! Arrived early and on time! He was professional and very friendly. Dropped the car off once he was done!

Bob
12th December 2024
Kia Sedona Timing belt replacement
Full Service
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Excellent service from a gr8 garage I hadn't used click mechanic before but will certainly recommend
Thank you click mechanics and Adrian from Bates Autos

Muhammad
18th November 2024
Kia Picanto Clutch replacement
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I done my clutch for my kia picanto EJ56WSN
He didnt put any clutch to my car and said i put new clutch after 2 weeks of using clutch again gone i message him he say bring your car here i want there he said the part is broken but is in warranty so he said leave your car here for 1 day i will put another good part and will call you next day i went there and took my car but now its been just 2 weeks clutch again gone i mean whats going on i dont know i am very disagreed to this machenic because i agent 400 pounds which didnt worth me๐Ÿ‘Ž๐Ÿ‘Ž๐Ÿ‘Ž๐Ÿ‘Ž๐Ÿ‘Ž๐Ÿ‘Ž๐Ÿ‘Ž

Reply from BATES MOTOR REPAIRS LTD:

Yes I did fit a new clutch.
You have had 2 different makes, asin and luk
Both leading brands.

A clutch does not break in 2 weeks
Common fault seems to be either the cable you fitted yourself or driving styles.

Unfair review on this occasion

Andrew
9th November 2024
Citroen C3 MOT with collection & delivery
Full Service
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Bob was great. I was really please with the service offered. Excellent pick up and drop off times. Work was completed to a high standard. Thank you.

Louise
6th October 2024
Hyundai Kona MOT with collection & delivery
Interim Service
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Really good service, so easy for me, rather than sitting in a garage waiting for hours or trying to get lifts there and back. Friendly and efficient service, will definitely use again.

Shaun
4th October 2024
Vauxhall Insignia Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)
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Excellent service . Couldnโ€™t be happier.Promptly collected and returned with out any worries to myself. Definitely recommend

Valeriia
29th September 2024
Nissan Qashqai Full Service
MOT with collection & delivery
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The overall experience has been positive so far, although I am still awaiting the completion of the car repair. I plan to update my review once the job is fully done.