Timing chains, belts and tensioners
Careful inspection, correct tooling and road-tested results for long-term reliability.
Engine specialists
Repairs that get to the root cause, not just the warning light.
From rough idle and overheating to full rebuilds, every job starts with measured diagnostics and a clear repair plan.
Head gasket diagnosis and replacement
Careful inspection, correct tooling and road-tested results for long-term reliability.
Engine rebuilds and compression faults
Careful inspection, correct tooling and road-tested results for long-term reliability.
Cooling, oil pressure and misfire repairs
Careful inspection, correct tooling and road-tested results for long-term reliability.
Turbo, EGR and intake fault tracing
Careful inspection, correct tooling and road-tested results for long-term reliability.
Pre-MOT mechanical health checks
Careful inspection, correct tooling and road-tested results for long-term reliability.
Pricing guidance
Typical UK engine repair price ranges
These guide prices reflect common UK garage ranges for similar engine work. Every vehicle is assessed first, and we confirm a written estimate before fitting parts or starting major repair work.
Initial engine diagnostics
£60–£120
Fault-code scan, visual checks and initial test plan.
Advanced fault finding
£90–£240
Live data, smoke testing, pressure checks or road testing.
Compression or leak-down testing
£120–£250
Useful for misfires, low power, smoke or suspected internal wear.
Timing belt replacement
£350–£750+
Varies by engine access, water pump and kit specification.
Timing chain replacement
£700–£1,800+
Often labour-intensive and engine-specific.
Head gasket repair
£800–£1,800+
Depends on machining, fluids, bolts, gaskets and related damage.
Engine rebuild or replacement
£1,800–£5,000+
Quoted after inspection due to parts, machining and engine condition.
Final pricing depends on vehicle make, engine layout, parts quality, access time, seized bolts, fluids, machining and any damage found during strip-down.
How we compare locally
Workshop labour around Lincoln typically runs £60–£85/hr at independents and £110–£150/hr at main dealers. Our standard rate is £65/hr, and engine diagnostics start from £60 — in line with the local independent average and well under main-dealer prices for equivalent diagnostic time. We quote in writing before any major repair work begins.
Diagnostic fee & labour terms
Engine diagnostics start from £60 (roughly the first hour). Beyond that, all workshop time — diagnostics, fault tracing and repairs — is charged at our standard rate of £65/hr, billed in 30-minute increments. Parts are quoted separately.
No repair without approval. We explain the findings and confirm a written estimate at £65/hr before fitting parts or starting repair work.
Diagnostic fees are non-refundable. The starting fee covers technician time, equipment use, testing and fault-tracing even if you choose not to proceed with repairs.
Further testing is agreed first. If deeper checks or strip-down work are needed beyond the initial hour, we quote the additional £65/hr time before continuing.
Not sure what the fault is?
Book a diagnostic slot and we’ll confirm the best next step before any major repair.