SM MOBILE MECHANIC , Hertfordshire | ClickMechanic
(71 ratings)
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12 years professional experience
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194 completed bookings
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Active since January 2024
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 Qualified
- Bmw stt1 Bmw stt2 Bmw hybrid 2 Nissan ev2
SM MOBILE MECHANIC , Hertfordshire | ClickMechanic
Spencer M
3rd December 2024
Volkswagen Touareg Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)
Handbrake adjustment carried out as handbrake was out of tolerance.
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BUYER BEWARE - IF SOMETHING SEEMS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE THEN IT USUALLY IS
- Replacement brakes and pads needed as the warning light came on and my garage couldn't fit me in for a few weeks
- I had a number of trips coming up and needed to have them replaced and was attracted by Click Mechanics advertising
- I managed to find a mechanic who could come 2 days later and was initially over the moon
- On reflection maybe his immediate availability was too good to be true?!
- I had the work done and clearly it was...
- The final price higher than quoted and the mechanic claimed he hardly made any money from the job
- And the replacement discs and pads failed after 6 months
- When I asked the mechanic about the warranty by text he swerved the question and suggested it might by down to the age of the car and that it could be down to other problems
- There was no mention of the 12 month warranty or offer to inspect the vehicle (I have a copy of the text message if anyone would like to see it)
- I subsequently discovered that Click Mechanic offer a 12 months warranty
- And that OEM parts must be used by the mechanic
- When the mechanic went silent I escalated the issue with Click Mechanic and they told me it was the mechanics responsibility to resolve matters
- When I asked for proof of OEM parts being used, as it's odd that OEM parts would fail after 6 months (my previous 2 sets lasted over 4 years per set) the mechanic couldn't provide an electronic receipt
- Weirdly Click Mechanic were okay with this and said it was my responsibility to read the T&C's and suggested to the mechanic that he should make customers aware in the future
- So I am now £410 down and have wasted many hours trying to resolve this shocking state of affairs
- Clearly if it seems too good to be true then it usually is
SO MAKE SURE YOU READ THE SMALL PRINT AND IGNORE THE 12 MONTH WARRANTY AS IT APPEARS TO BE NO MORE THAN A MARKETING GIMMICK - OR SOME MIGHT SAY A SCAM.
Reply from Spencer:
Hello Guy I offered to come and inspect the vehicle under warranty and you declined as you wanted the mot inspector to check them, the brakes was OEM as proven in the resolution centre with the full invoice as requested. Warped discs will be caused by excessive heat, especially to warp the OEM discs that was fitted. When I asked you to provide an invoice for the work done to show there wasn’t another failure within the braking such as a binding calliper which would cause warping you refused. I also advised that the lower arm bushes may have split which in fact was also correct as they was advised a few days later on the mot. Thank you. Read more
2nd December 2024
Land Rover Discovery Major Service
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Spencer was prompt, friendly and knowledgable. Very happy with the work carried out and professional advice following the Service.
28th November 2024
Fiat 500L Diagnostic Inspection
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Yes he was knowledgable, friendly and polite. The work he carried out I was happy with.
26th November 2024
Volkswagen Caravelle Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
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Spencer did a pre-purchase inspection for me and I was really impressed. He was punctual, did a thorough job and communicated really well with his report and phone calls. The company I was buying from were very impressed as well.
A top job and it gave me lots of confidence in the purchase - thank you.
25th November 2024
Citroen C3 Full Service
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Spencer M was very punctual and helpful. He did the job for me despite of the very difficult weather conditions. He also said me to call him whenever problem persists. I am really happy and decided to take continuous support from click mechanics.
20th November 2024
Audi A4 Full Service
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Sean, has been so helpful, punctual and professional! Would highly recommend.
15th November 2024
Ford Kuga Spark plugs replacement
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Grate guy . Very friendly and knowledgeable . Very happy with the work he carried put
11th November 2024
Nissan Micra Vehicle Health Check
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Informative and respectful! Good feed back! Punctual and polite! Positive experience once again!
29th October 2024
Audi Q3 Timing belt replacement
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Spencer was great. Communicative, punctual and knowledgeable. Very friendly and kept me up to date with what was happening. Will definitely use him again!
22nd October 2024
Ford Fiesta Timing belt replacement
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Spencer was excellent. He kept me informed every step of the work.
Hew was friendly, and very good with his coms.
I would happily have him wok on my vehicles I. The future.