Ball joint replacement
Replace a worn lower ball joint.
Typically £70 – £101 depending on your carYour : · About 1.5 hours
- Fixed pricesKnow the cost before you book
- Vetted mechanicsQualified, insured and checked
- 12 months / 12,000 milesParts and labour warranty
- Pay afterCard held, charged when you approve
About this job
Ball joints let the wheel steer and move up and down. Worn joints knock and can fail the MOT. Price is for one ball joint where it can be replaced separately from the arm.
Signs you might need it
- Knock over bumps
- Play in the wheel
- MOT failure for a ball joint
What's included
- Replacement ball joint
- Torque to spec
- Alignment advice
Plus travel, disposal of old parts and a 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty.
Typical prices by car size
| Small car (e.g. city car, supermini) | £70 |
| Medium car (e.g. family hatchback, saloon) | £77 |
| Large car / SUV / MPV | £89 |
| Premium or performance car | £101 |
| Small van / pickup | £93 |
Ball joint replacement prices for popular cars
- Ford Fiesta · £70
- Ford Focus · £77
- Ford Kuga · £89
- Ford Puma · £77
- Ford Transit Custom · £93
- Vauxhall Corsa · £70
- Vauxhall Astra · £77
- Vauxhall Mokka · £77
- Vauxhall Insignia · £89
- Volkswagen Polo · £70
- Volkswagen Golf · £77
- Volkswagen Tiguan · £89
- Volkswagen Passat · £89
- Volkswagen Transporter · £93
- BMW 1 Series · £101
- BMW 3 Series · £101
- BMW X3 · £101
- Audi A1 · £101
- Audi A3 · £101
- Audi A4 · £101
- Audi Q5 · £101
- Mercedes-Benz A-Class · £101
- Mercedes-Benz C-Class · £101
- Mercedes-Benz GLC · £101
Questions about ball joint replacement
How long does ball joint replacement take?
Usually about 1.5 hours. Your mechanic will tell you if your car needs longer.
Can it be done at my home?
In most cases, yes. Mobile mechanics need a safe, level place to park, such as a driveway or quiet street. If your job needs a workshop we'll let you know before you pay anything.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. The price on your quote is what you pay. If the mechanic finds something else, they'll explain it and give you a separate price – nothing extra is done without your OK.
Is the work covered by a warranty?
Yes – parts and labour are covered for 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. Diagnostics, customer-supplied parts and wear items aren't covered. See our warranty page for the details.
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