Alternator Problems? Compare Alternator prices with WhoCanFixMyCar.com.
Is your battery not charging? Do your headlights dim when you press the accelerator? If so, you probably have an Alternator Fault. Our 14,146 garages nationwide regularly diagnose these things, and our Mobile Mechanics will resolve them at your home or work too.
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Great service from start to finish. Kept in touch regarding what was needed for car to get through the MOT
Very pleased with the service from the garage. Didn't feel as though they were trying to 'upsell' or rip me off
Excellent service from start to finish
Excellent service
Excellent experience
Excellent friendly service, good job and price, would definitely use you again. Thanks
Very competitive price and excellent service
Quick and efficient. Thank you for great service.
Quick and effective
I will let you guys know as soon as I get my service done
Top quality service
Top quality service
car collected, repaired and returned for the cost. 2 years on and the clutch is still working fine. would definitely recommend
5* would recommend and would go back if needed to
Good value
Patrick was very charming, professional and efficient
Excellent. Clutch went in the morning and was back up and running by the evening. Highly Recommend
What a great service provided by Patrick who kept me updated every step of the way - and sets the standard for all car repair companies. Barry picked up the car on Monday evening and then dropped by the very next day. Can't recommended these guys enough. A+++++
Excellent service fast turnaround very reliable trustworthy would definitely use again
Very friendly and knowledgeable would recommend them
So happy picked up car 8am returned to me before 6pm work done to a high standard and new M.OT
Friendly service, efficient and at a good price.
same day repair ,very professional and great price would definitely recommend
Had a new clutch fitted. Price slightly higher than the quote, but overall I would use their services again.
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Jobs all done and completed
Very good service overall.
Did exactly what they said they would do.
Good garage, did the work well and in a reasonable amount of time. Fair prices and good mechanics! Would def use again.
Very quick service and very capable mechanic.
606 reviews
It was my girlfriends car, I asked how she found her experience. "The car works" is what she replied.
very nice and friendly people I will definitely be going back there for my second car which needs some work.
Car had alternator problem, had a fast appointment, work completed in the time given.. excellent service by friendly staff. will definitely take my car there again.
Marcos is a excellent mechanic and very punctual, I really recommend him good price and very professional.. thanks Marcos
Alternator repair prices can vary depending on your car due to differences in labour time and parts needed but you can expect to pay between £250-£300. Take a look below at the average quote on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of the top car makes.
| Car Make | Average Price | Get Quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | £268.99 | |
| Vauxhall | £281.33 | |
| Volkswagen | £287.36 | |
| Peugeot | £301.39 | |
| Renault | £326.53 | |
| Toyota | £291.61 | |
| BMW | £354.46 | |
| Mercedes | £372.43 | |
| Audi | £316.38 | |
| Citroen | £313.17 | |
| Nissan | £345.06 | |
| Volvo | £353.76 | |
| MINI | £342.31 |
This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 15/08/2019 and 13/11/2019.
Here are some of the most common signs that your alternator is on the blink:
The average alternator repair cost is between £250 and £300, depending on the car you drive, so it’s important you make sure you find the best deal. And that’s where we can help.
An alternator is a generator of electric power in your car and is a major component of your vehicle's charging system.
Whenever your engine is running, the alternator charges your battery and supplies additional electric power for the vehicle's electrical systems.
An alternator is attached to the engine and is driven by a drive belt (also known as a serpentine belt).
The alternator is a vital part of the electrical system as it delivers the power necessary to keeping energy running through the system.
If your alternator has failed, your car battery will soon lose power.
Alternator problems can be a major problem because a car cannot actually start without power in the battery. This is because the starter motor requires electricity to get the engine going.
Starter motor repair can be included in an alternator repair though it may have to be replaced if there has been a serious electrical problem caused from a broken alternator.
On average, an alternator can last for 8-12 years without any repairs. If an alternator fails, the car may still run on battery power alone for a short time, but will die as soon as the battery charge is depleted.
Replacing an alternator with a new unit is quite expensive, though alternator prices will change depending on the vehicle.
Alternator price is shown at the top of this page when it comes to the average cost, however, the only way to get accurate know how much is an alternator repair, is by entering your details in the box above.
A reconditioned alternator is a part which has been repaired by a parts repair specialist and it can be fitted in place of a brand new alternator if yours need to be replaced.
There are a number of parts which can be reconditioned and fitted into a car at a lower cost than a new part and some garages may offer you the option of having a reconditioned alternator fitted as opposed to a new alternator.
We use our network of over 14,146 mechanics and garages across the UK to find you the best deal. You can then compare the quotes, read reviews from previous customers and book your alternator repair online.
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