Diagnostics
Warning lights, poor running, starting faults, electrical symptoms and investigation before repair authorisation.
Maintenance / Diagnostics / Repair
KDS Autos.
Clear vehicle repair enquiries without the vague garage talk. Tell us the registration, symptoms and preferred date online; receive the next step before bringing the vehicle in.
- Symptom-led enquiries
- Work authorised first
- Service & repair
Booking requests online
Describe the car before the visit.
Registration, mileage, warning lights, noises and recent work help prepare the first assessment.
Workshop servicesStart with the fault.
Start with the fault.
Build the right repair.
Every job depends on the vehicle, condition, access to parts and what inspection reveals. The initial request helps identify the likely route, not guess the final repair.
Routine servicing
Oil and filter work, scheduled maintenance enquiries and checks agreed against the vehicle and requested service level.
Brakes
Brake noise, vibration, wear warnings, pad and disc enquiries, subject to inspection of the full braking condition.
Steering & suspension
Knocks, pulling, uneven feel, worn components and handling concerns assessed before parts are approved.
Battery & charging
Slow cranking, battery condition, alternator concerns and replacement enquiries matched to the vehicle specification.
Cooling & exhaust
Leaks, overheating symptoms, exhaust noise and related component repair enquiries, depending on inspection findings.
Inspect first.
Approve second.No additional work without agreement.
Approve second.No additional work without agreement.
A clearer repair process
Less mystery.
Less mystery.
More useful detail.
A warning light can have more than one cause, and a noise description is not the same as a confirmed fault. The booking process separates the initial symptom, inspection findings and the work you authorise.
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Vehicle-specific requestRegistration, mileage and symptoms help identify the right starting point.
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Quote or estimate made clearYou are told whether the price is fixed or based on expected work.
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Extra work needs approvalUnexpected parts or labour are discussed before they are added.
Guide pricesA useful starting point.
A useful starting point.
Not a blind promise.
Parts, oil specification, engine size, access, seized components and diagnostic time can change the cost. A confirmed quotation or estimate is provided for the actual vehicle.
Initial diagnostics
£59from · first assessment
For an initial fault-code scan and symptom-led assessment. Further testing is quoted when required.
- Vehicle details reviewed
- Initial scan where relevant
- Findings explained
Interim service
£129from · vehicle dependent
Oil and filter service with agreed checks. Oil grade, capacity and filter type affect the confirmed price.
- Correct oil specification
- Oil filter included in quote
- Basic condition checks
Full service
£219from · scope agreed first
A broader scheduled service based on the requested scope and the vehicle's maintenance requirements.
- Itemised service scope
- Parts specified in quote
- Service record updated where appropriate
Brake pads
£149from · parts & fitment
Guide price for suitable standard pad replacement. Discs, sensors and seized parts are additional if required.
- Brake condition inspection
- Parts matched to vehicle
- Additional work authorised first
Consumer guide prices are indicative. Any applicable VAT and agreed parts are shown in the confirmed quotation. Recovery, specialist programming, outsourced work and major engine or transmission repairs are priced separately where available.
Booking flowFour steps.
Four steps.
No guessing game.
A website request is not an accepted booking until the date, vehicle and initial work are confirmed.
Send vehicle details
Add the registration, mileage, service required or a clear description of the fault.
Review the request
We identify the likely starting point and whether more information is needed before a slot is offered.
Confirm the visit
The appointment, initial work and price basis are confirmed before the vehicle is brought in.
Approve the work
Any additional repair identified during inspection is explained and needs authorisation.
Company factsGlasgow based.
Glasgow based.
Properly identified.
2015Year the company was incorporated.
SC513705Companies House registration number.
45200SIC: maintenance and repair of motor vehicles.
Glasgow location
Book first.
Book first.
Then travel.
The map shows the registered office area. Vehicle attendance should only take place after a booking has been confirmed, because availability and job suitability are checked in advance.
Google Maps is optional
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FAQ
Before the keys change hands.
Useful answers about quotes, estimates, parts and bookings.
No. It is an enquiry. The appointment is confirmed only after the vehicle details, requested work, date and any initial price basis have been agreed.
A quotation is a fixed price for the described work unless the scope changes with your agreement. An estimate is a realistic indication where the final work cannot be known until inspection or dismantling.
No additional work should be treated as authorised unless it falls within a limit you agreed or you approve it after receiving the relevant information.
The form helps choose the starting point, but many faults require physical inspection, testing or a road test. A symptom description is not a final diagnosis.
No. Engine size, oil capacity, parts specification, vehicle condition, access and previous repairs can change the price. The actual quote or estimate is vehicle-specific.
Please wait for confirmation. The registered office address does not by itself guarantee that an immediate workshop slot or suitable repair capacity is available.
Vehicle request
Tell us what the car is doing.
Include the registration, mileage, warning lights, when the symptom occurs and any recent repair work. Do not include payment card details or unnecessary sensitive information.