Engine Repairs & Service in Leicester
Engines aren’t small jobs. Once they start knocking, smoking, or losing power, most drivers panic a bit, and with good reason. You don’t want guesswork; you want someone who’s seen the same fault a hundred times and knows when it’s worth repairing and when it’s better to swap the engine.
At The Motor Company, we’ve had all sorts of engines through the doors of our two family-run garages in Leicester. Some only needed a new sensor, others needed a full replacement unit. If you’ve already searched something like “engine repair near me” on Google, you’ve come to the right place, you’re exactly the sort of driver we help all the time.
You can call us on 0116 287 0792 or get a free quote online to get your engine checked.
What we deal with day to day
- Rough idle, poor fuel use, warning lights that won’t go away
- Timing belts and chains (they always get left too long!)
- Oil leaks, overheating, head gasket issues
- Turbo problems, EGRs that stick, DPFs that clog
- Cars that just refuse to start in the morning
How we go about it
We’ll usually start with a test drive and a scan to see what’s going on. After that it might be a compression check, smoke test, or simply pulling something apart to see where the fault lies. You’ll get a straight explanation of the problem and a price before we start. No jargon, no hidden bits added later.
Repair or replace?
Sometimes fixing makes sense, other times, not so much. We’ll tell you honestly if the cost of repair is creeping too close to what a replacement engine would be. New, reconditioned or remanufactured options are available, and we’ll go through the pros and cons depending on your budget and how long you plan to keep the car.
Timing belts & chains
These are the ones that can make or break an engine. Belts go on mileage and years; chains can stretch and rattle if left too long. We fit full kits with tensioners and pumps where needed, so you don’t end up paying twice.
Gaskets, turbos & intake bits
Blown head gasket? It usually starts with overheating, bubbles in the coolant, or that dreaded mayo under the oil cap. Turbos whining or losing boost? We can test, rebuild, or replace. Sticky EGRs or clogged intakes, we’ve got ways to clean them up or fit new parts if cleaning won’t cut it.
Service & smaller jobs
It’s not always big bills. Oil leaks, worn seals, breathers, sensors… we sort those too. Regular servicing with the right oil spec is still the best way to keep your engine alive, and we’re set up for that as well.
Costs & warranty
Every job is different, so we price after diagnosis. Labour comes with a 12-month / 10,000-mile warranty, and the parts carry the manufacturer’s guarantee. If extra work pops up, you’ll get a call before we touch it.
Engine diagnostics and repairs for drivers across Leicester
Our main workshop on Golf Course Lane, Leicester LE3 1UY is easy to reach from all over the city. We often see drivers from:
- Glenfield
- Braunstone
- New Parks
- Kirby Muxloe
- Western Park
- Beaumont Leys and the wider LE3 area
Plenty of regular customers first found us by searching for “engine rebuild near me” or “engine repair near me” and have stuck with us ever since. If you can get the car to us, or arrange recovery (we could help with that too), we can take a proper look.
Give us a ring on 01162 870792 or use the online booking. We’re open Monday to Friday.. Bring your reg, mileage and a note of the symptoms, it makes life easier.
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