Sylvester Posted August 20, 2008 Posted August 20, 2008 Mrs just had her 5 year old 1.6L Toyota Corolla serviced and they told her that not only the front brake pads needed replacing but also the discs. Happened before I got the chance to ask questions. The car has done only £26K. Apart from the rare times that I get to drive it for a couple of miles with just me in the car ( when it gets thrashed a bit to clear the cobwebs ) it is driven by the Mrs. She is NOT a fast driver or a hard braker. Most miles have been in town and for the last 2.5 years most miles have been with a baby in the car so driven even more carefully! I was surprised that the discs would need replacing on such a car given the lowish mileage - am I wrong ? How long would we expect Zed discs to last ( I know depends on usage but relative to a BAU car.. ) ? Quote
DJsickboy Posted August 20, 2008 Posted August 20, 2008 It really depends on the usage etc. 26k for discs seems a bit early get a second opinion on the car from another garage... It is a common up sell for many rip off repair centres to tell you the discs are worn and need replacing... Djay Quote
Sylvester Posted August 20, 2008 Author Posted August 20, 2008 Work was done by local Toyota dealership who have excellent reputation and we have used for 6 years and always been impressed with ( but of course there is always change ). Yes car is kept outside and has been for 5 years so could be corroded I guess. As I said work was done before I became aware of it so had no chance to discuss/look at discs myself. Maybe the wife just drives like a maniac when I am not in the car.. Quote
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