Are there rear brake pads that are wearing out?
So it’s that time again, whereby my rear brake pads are complaining that they’re wearing out… Currently about to hit 22k miles, so the 2nd set have lasted about the same as the first, at 11k a set… I don’t fancy paying Mini £200 for the privilege this time round, so will replace them myself.
When to know if your brake pads and discs need replacing?
You car likely requires an assessment if it’s been 30,000 – 35,000 miles since last replacing its brake pads. Waiting too long usually leads to costly damage to the brake discs and rotors. Not to mention the high fines incurred from a negative MOT test – up to £2,500. In 2016-2017, faulty brakes made up for nearly 20% of MOT failures.
How many miles does a brake disc do?
The original disks on my Volvo have done 304,000 miles, still unmarked and well within specification. The pads (always non-asbestos, before anyone asks) do about 50,000 miles. You people sure must do a lot of braking!
Do you have to replace pads and discs at the same time?
To ensure a smooth, safe, consistent braking system, it’s highly recommended to have new pads and discs installed at the same time. Even though brake discs are metallic, it doesn’t mean they don’t need wear out. Avoid uneven damage in both components by having your car’s entire brake system replaced.
Where can I get brake pads and discs replaced?
When receiving a brake pads and discs replacement service with Fixter, your car is in good hands. Our garage network comprises over 35 years of experience and services thousands of cars per month. We work with top networks, including Bosch Car Care, Autofirst, Auto Care, Unipart Car Care, RAC, AA, and Trust My Garage.
How often should you change rear brake pads?
That said, for a Honda Civic, the general consensus seems to be around 60,000 to 90,000 miles or the life of three brake pads/drums. On the other hand, for a Ford Freestyle, users found they had to replace them sooner, some at only 30,000 miles.
How many millimeters should my brake pad be?
It should take about 50,000 miles (more or less) for the thickness to 3 to 4 millimeters. It all depends on how aggressively and frequently you use your brakes so while 50k miles is average for many, 20k miles may be more realistic for some.
To ensure a smooth, safe, consistent braking system, it’s highly recommended to have new pads and discs installed at the same time. Even though brake discs are metallic, it doesn’t mean they don’t need wear out. Avoid uneven damage in both components by having your car’s entire brake system replaced.