John Mechanic
30 Years Experience
I've been under the bonnets of Fords, Vauxhalls, BMWs, and everything in between for thirty years. From small independents in Manchester to busy main dealers in London — I've seen it all.
What bothered me most wasn't the hard jobs. It was watching people get charged £800 for something that costs £60 to fix — simply because they didn't know what the fault actually was.
That's why I built AGarageNearMe.co.uk. You describe what's wrong, send me photos, and I'll tell you what's most likely causing it — and roughly what it should cost. Before you hand your keys to anyone.
“Knowledge is the best defence against being ripped off.”
30
Years Experience
12k+
Cars Diagnosed
£hundreds
Average Saving
4.9★
User Rating
What John Diagnoses
Warning Lights
Engine, ABS, airbag, oil, tyre pressure — John explains exactly what triggered it and what to do.
Strange Noises
Knocking, grinding, squealing, rattling — described carefully, usually pinpointable to a component.
Won't Start
Battery, starter motor, immobiliser, fuel pump — systematic diagnosis before you call anyone.
Brake Problems
Spongy pedal, pulling, vibration, squealing — safety-critical, never ignore.
Overheating
Coolant leaks, thermostat, head gasket — caught early saves an engine.
MOT Failures
John explains what the tester found and whether the quoted repair price is fair.
Got a car problem?
Describe it to John. He'll give you a straight answer — no upselling, no fluff.
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