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Brake Inspection in Harpenden

Brake Inspection by Pan Auto Services

Whether your brakes are “spongy”, noisy, or simply taking too long to bring you to a safe stop, choose First Stop for a comprehensive brake service and replacement in Harpenden that will keep you safe on the road at all times.

During a brake replacement at Pan Auto Services, our highly trained technicians use advanced diagnostic equipment to accurately assess and address any issues before installation, guaranteeing that your new brakes will be both responsive and reliable.

Even if you haven’t noticed any symptoms of underperforming brakes, remember that brake disks, drums, callipers, and pads are subject to continual wear and tear. Stay on top of preventative maintenance by scheduling brake servicing once a year or every 12,000 miles.

Do you need to Book a Brake Inspection?

If you notice unusual behaviour: the steering wheel is vibrating when you step on the brake, or the brake pedal is harder or softer to press than usual, go to First Stop to get your brakes checked.

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Pan Auto Services

Manager:Dan Thorp

We have been serving the Harpenden area for over 40 years and provide a full range of vehicle services including Tyres, MOTs, Servicing of All Makes & Models, Exhausts, Electronic Fault Diagnosis, Brakes, Clutches, Batteries and Air Conditioning. We remain an independent, family run business with a highly experienced team that has built longstanding relationships with our customers and are proud of our reputation for providing honest services at competitive prices.

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Pan Auto Services details

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Unit 1, 48 Coldharbour Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4UN
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Monday
08:30 - 18:00
Tuesday
08:30 - 18:00
Wednesday
08:30 - 18:00
Thursday
08:30 - 18:00
Friday
08:30 - 18:00
Saturday
08:30 - 13:00
Sunday
Closed

Bank Holiday opening hours may vary

Do you need to Book a Brake Inspection?

If you notice unusual behaviour: the steering wheel is vibrating when you step on the brake, or the brake pedal is harder or softer to press than usual, go to First Stop to get your brakes checked.

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Other services offered by Pan Auto Services

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MOT

The MOT test is issued by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and offered as one of many services at Pan Auto Services. All of our MOT testers are trained to the highest levels.

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Wheel Alignment

Ideally, you should have a wheel alignment check annually or every 10,000 miles to correct any deviations caused by impacts with kerbs and potholes. Shop for Wheel Alignment at Pan Auto Services in Harpenden.

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Servicing

Servicing 1000s of cars every year in Harpenden. Book your oil change, interim service or full service at Pan Auto Services to keep your car running in tip-top condition.

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Air conditioning service

Pan Auto Services can carry out a comprehensive check of your cars air conditioning system. It's recommended to re-gas air conditioning every 2 years.

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Tyres

At Pan Auto Services we are specialists in Tyres and giving you a professional approach.

Pan Auto Services customer reviews

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Jim Hobley - August 04, 2026

"Very helpful staff. I would highly recommend"

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Laetitia R - July 14, 2026

"After terrible experiences with other garages, Dev at auto pan helped me promptly, with honesty and transparency. The team completed all repairs needed and costs were explained very clearly from the start."

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Christine McGarvey - June 15, 2026

"Absolutely superb! I work in Harpenden so needed something local to do my tyres within my shift. I found another garage first and found them to be rude and unhelpful. The moment I contacted Pan autos they were informative , professional and helpful. I put an order in for my tyres and got a couple of calls to make sure the order was correct. I put my car in this afternoon and was ready within the hour! Most impressed 😁"

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Jordan - May 07, 2026

"Great customer service and workmanship wouldn't hesitate to use again highly recommended 👍🏼"

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Ihsan Muhammad - February 09, 2026

"I been this place but didn't not make anything. Anyway they customer service was amazing."

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David Rogers - December 04, 2025

"What brilliant customer service - Dev saved the day. Having to leave for Norfolk tomorrow on a family emergency and my wipers packed up. I whizzed down to Halfords to purchase new wipers but when I got back home to fit them they didn't fit (when I was told they would) - what a nightmare. Not knowing what to do I drove down to Pan Auto, who I have used in the past, and luckily Dev step in by organising a rapid delivery drop of new wipers, which did fit, and fixed them for me there and then. I can now leave tomorrow at 7am as planned. In driving my car to the front of the building Dev discovered another problem with my car (I had noticed it myself, but hadn't bothered to have it fixed), anyway, I will have Pan Auto fix that problem after Christmas. How up lifting it is in this day and age, where a business steps in with no notice to help you out. How lucky we are to have a business like Pan Auto here in Harpenden. Thanks again Dev and thanks to Pan Auto."

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Jen G - October 08, 2025

"Thank you so much to Dev and team for our recent service and finding a fault in our engine on a part that had been fitted elsewhere! They also explained the situation and functionality so well that I was confidently able to go back to the other garage and argue for a free urgent repair."

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Stanislaw Paluch - October 05, 2025

"Excellent service"