Halfords Autocentres Reviews 

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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

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Considering 1,605 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Customers frequently complained about unhelpful customer service, frustrating online support channels, and excessively long waiting times when trying to resolve everyday problems. People also experienced significant mechanical and fitting problems, such as incorrect tyre pressures, damaged vehicle parts, and unexpected performance issues during their visits. Some reviewers were happy with the friendly and professional staff who provided quick and efficient assistance across different branches. Consumers appreciated when team members were welcoming, explained necessary work clearly, and managed to complete bookings smoothly without any unexpected delays.

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I booked a joint service and mot, two weeks ago, all planned around the busy schedule. A message left at 4.50pm on the Friday night to say they can't do the mot! Cannot contact anyone when I left my... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Wrong pressures put in my tyres and the tyre fitter not wearing gloves and driving my car with dirty hands which led me to clean my steering wheel and gear stick

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

In the first place - if you book with National Tyres, you expect to be served at National Tyres or at least being informed that they expect you to go to Halfords across the street. On top of that -... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Rude and unhelpful reception staff at Halfords MOT centre Farnborough. Failed to book the vehicle in properly, ignored us on arrival causing us to nearly miss our slot, and ignored us again after the... See more

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Company details

  1. Car Service
  2. Auto Air Conditioning Service
  3. Auto Repair Shop
  4. Car Inspection Station
  5. Car Repair and Maintenance
  6. Tire Shop

About Halfords Autocentres

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Halfords Autocentres is a leading garage network with a heritage spanning more than three decades. As well as offering a professional and friendly service, we’re committed to never being beaten on price, so when you choose Halfords, you know you’re getting fantastic value.

Our highly trained technicians can be found at Halfords garages nationwide. We carry out MOTs, car servicing, repairs, and tyre replacements for over 1 million customers a year, so you can rest assured we have the expertise to take care of your vehicle. What’s more, for your convenience, we offer same day tyre fitting when booking before 1pm in garages and we’ll come to you to fit tyres, batteries, dashcams and more with our mobile fitting service.

We deliver dealership quality work on any car make or model at affordable prices and offer a minimum guarantee of 2 years or 24,000 miles on work carried out. (See website for terms and conditions).

You can also save money across our motoring products and services with the Halfords Motoring Club. Simply sign up for free and instantly gain access to exclusive offers and discounts or upgrade to premium membership for even further savings.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had my tyres fitted at National

Had my tyres fitted at National, Motherwell. Ordered and booked online. Turned up at the appointed time and the car was taken right away and tyres fitted. Got a phone call and email in around an hour to say car was ready for collection. Easy process.

August 31, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

We’re so glad to hear you had a great experience in our garage and thanks for taking the time to write this review.

It’s always great to see when we're able to give such good service and we’ll certainly share this feedback with the garage team. We hope to see you again in the near future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service at Middlesbrough (National) Autocentre

Had a rear tyre replaced at the Middlesbrough (National) Autocentre branch. The service was fast, efficient, and very professional. They were extremely helpful throughout. Really pleased with the experience!

August 31, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

We’re so glad to hear you had a great experience in our garage and thanks for taking the time to write this review.

It’s always great to see when we're able to give such good service and we’ll certainly share this feedback with the garage team. We hope to see you again in the near future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the minute I entered Halfords to…

From the minute I entered Halfords to the minute I left on paisley road west depot the service I received was beyond examplery I was greeted with a smile the technician worked on my car went beyond the call of duty and my wait felt comfertable and relaxed full marks for service well done guys you were amazing

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

We’re so glad to hear you had a great experience in our garage and thanks for taking the time to write this review.

It’s always great to see when we're able to give such good service and we’ll certainly share this feedback with the garage team. We hope to see you again in the near future.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Booked my car in for MOT

Booked my car in for MOT. The garage managed to get the parts, repair and have my car back to me the same day. Even with it being bank hoilday Monday. Carl is super helpful on the front desk.

August 31, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We take pride in knowing you've had a great experience with our garage team.

We look forward to seeing you in one of our garages again in the future.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Recent Expensive Visit and Follow Up

I spent £800 on a service, MOT wheel bearing and new tyres on Thursday. When driving the car home later at night, it was making a horrific “clunking noise at the front of the vehicle.

When I was able to take it back on Saturday I spoke to a very helpful man who put the vehicles up on a ramp and started showing me the problem (a broken drop link). When I asked if it would have passed MOT and service like this he said (I think) that it probably would have been noticed. I say I think as at that point another member of the team turned up the volume on what I presume was the garage radio to a level where conversation was very challenging. However the staff member showing me the problem was most helpful. I cannot understand how it managed to leave the garage in this condition as it not only had an MOT but also a retest after the work required.”

When I requested a price for the drop link, the member of staff who was looking up the price seemed to be finding something terribly amusing as in between exclaiming he couldn’t find a price was giggling away which I found quite unprofessional.

A second member of staff stated that they would phone for a price first thing on Monday morning. I heard nothing back for a whole week but as I needed the car I took it elsewhere for repair!

August 22, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Hi Graham,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate all feedback, as it helps us to improve the service we deliver. We understand how disappointing it is that we did not meet our high standards on this occasion and we would love to put things right.

If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us using the following link, including any helpful information like booking reference, email address, etc. This will help us ensure we can resolve your issue quickly: https://help.halfords.com/wss/getting-in-touch/customer-support/contact-us

We hope to hear from you soon.
Courtney

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Wouldn't recommend

Dropped car off and was not impressed, immediately started trying to upsell additional services when I had already booked in for a full service and MOT. Unfriendly, spoke to me about parts that my car doesn't have and I was therefore unaware of what they were. No explanation or understanding that not all people are knowledgeable about cars and parts.
The car needed additional work doing which was done the same day, which I really appreciated, so no complaints about that. When I collected my vehicle, no discussion about what had been done, service book not stamped. I drove away feeling like they could have done nothing to the vehicle and I would have been non the wiser.

August 27, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Hi,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate all feedback, as it helps us to improve the service we deliver. We understand how disappointing it is that we did not meet our high standards on this occasion and we would love to put things right.

If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us using the following link, including any helpful information like booking reference, email address, etc. This will help us ensure we can resolve your issue quickly: https://help.halfords.com/wss/getting-in-touch/customer-support/contact-us

We hope to hear from you soon.
Courtney

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

One year ago I vowed NEVER to use…

One year ago I vowed NEVER to use Halfords again. Having booked AND PAID for some work they contacted me and cancelled asking me to make another appointment. When I arrived at the second appointment they told me they were unable to carry out the work

One year on I thought I would give them another go

I booked AND PAID for a wheel alignment. Guess what? Yup they have just informed me that they have to cancel because their machine is broken! And my refund will take 1 - 2 WEEKS to process

Halfords, if you continue giving “service” like this YOU WILL GO BUST

NEVER EVER EVER AGAIN

PayPal have immediately reversed my payment, yet another nail in the coffin for Halfords

Apparently they claim they “didn’t achieve their high standards “

THEY HAVE NO STANDARDS❗️

September 1, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Hi Phil,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate all feedback, as it helps us to improve the service we deliver. We understand how disappointing it is that we did not meet our high standards on this occasion and we would love to put things right.

If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us using the following link, including any helpful information like booking reference, email address, etc. This will help us ensure we can resolve your issue quickly: https://help.halfords.com/wss/getting-in-touch/customer-support/contact-us

We hope to hear from you soon.
Courtney

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Halfords Autocentre

Halfords Autocentre, Hawleys Lane, Warrington: Had my service & MOT booked. Arrived after crossing town in rush hour traffic to be told that they couldn't do the MOT because their ramp wasn't working.
No phone call to tell me even if they'd just discovered it. I won't use them again.

September 1, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Hi Jimmy,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate all feedback, as it helps us to improve the service we deliver. We understand how disappointing it is that we did not meet our high standards on this occasion and we would love to put things right.

If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us using the following link, including any helpful information like booking reference, email address, etc. This will help us ensure we can resolve your issue quickly: https://help.halfords.com/wss/getting-in-touch/customer-support/contact-us

We hope to hear from you soon.
Courtney

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to book

Easy to book, cost effective, local work.

August 24, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Thank you for taking the time to share this positive review! We’ll share this with the garage team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.

We hope you'll stop by again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time I’d used Halfords for a mot…

First time I’d used Halfords for a mot ,was pleased with the efficiency of service whilst my car was in with them

August 27, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Thank you for taking the time to share this positive review! We’ll share this with the garage team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.

We hope you'll stop by again soon.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very friendly

Very friendly, prompt and helpful

August 27, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

We are pleased to hear that you had such a positive experience and thank you for taking the time to leave your review!

We’ve passed your feedback on to the Garage Manager to share the good news with their team!

Enjoy the rest of your day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

Great customer service, good price for the service, very professional and reliable

August 29, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Thank you for taking the time to share this positive review! We’ll share this with the garage team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.

We hope you'll stop by again soon.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Professional and efficient even though…

Professional and efficient even though they were busy and running a little behind schedule

August 29, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

We are pleased to hear that you had such a positive experience and thank you for taking the time to leave your review!

We’ve passed your feedback on to the Garage Manager to share the good news with their team!

Enjoy the rest of your day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Halfords recommended

Halfords, Anlaby Road has been taking good care of my Ford Fiesta for many years - MOT, service and maintenance

I drive from Brough and have a coffee in St Stephen’s they ring me to say it’s ready

Highly recommended

August 24, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Thank you for taking the time to share this positive review! We’ll share this with the garage team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.

We hope you'll stop by again soon.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very disappointing customer service…

Very disappointing customer service since the National Tyres takeover by Halfords at Ripon Road, Harrogate, north Yorkshire

I booked an appointment for today, 31 August, with David, who was very polite and helpful. However, when I arrived, the manager on duty today .. (August bank holiday Monday).. I was initially said there was no appointment, then later confirmed it but said they didn’t have enough staff to look in to the matter and the next available date was 9 September.

I completely understand that staffing issues can happen, but what disappointed me was the manager’s attitude. There was no apology, no real attempt to help, and no offer even to inspect the car or see if anything could be done. Instead, I was simply told that he only had two junior members of staff available.

As a long-standing customer, I had specifically booked the appointment because I have a long journey tomorrow and was relying on having the car checked/repaired today.

The contrast between David’s excellent customer service when making the booking and the way I was treated by the manager today was very disappointing.

I hope Halfords management takes this feedback seriously. Staffing problems are understandable, but how you communicate with and treat customers makes a huge difference.

August 31, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Hi Asanga,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate all feedback, as it helps us to improve the service we deliver. We understand how disappointing it is that we did not meet our high standards on this occasion and we would love to put things right.

If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us using the following link, including any helpful information like booking reference, email address, etc. This will help us ensure we can resolve your issue quickly: https://help.halfords.com/wss/getting-in-touch/customer-support/contact-us

We hope to hear from you soon.
Courtney

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Halfords in Witney were excellent

Without appointment Halfords in Witney supplied and fitted a new batttery very quickly on a Saturday morning of a Bank Holiday weekend. The price was reasonable and nothing could have been done better or quicker.

August 29, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Thank you for taking the time to share this positive review! We’ll share this with the garage team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.

We hope you'll stop by again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful Greenock branch

I use the Greenock branch for all of our cars as the team are friendly and efficient. Great communication.

August 27, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Thank you for taking the time to share this positive review! We’ll share this with the garage team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.

We hope you'll stop by again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stockton auto centre

Stockton auto centre, the best branch with the best staff to service or repair your car, 100% trust.

August 28, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Thank you for taking the time to share this positive review! We’ll share this with the garage team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.

We hope you'll stop by again soon.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’d booked my vehicle in over a week in…

I’d booked my vehicle in over a week in advance for four new tyres, only for Halfords to cancel the appointment on the day. Very inconvenient and disappointing. Their automated customer service system is also horrendous to use. I wouldn’t recommend them.

August 30, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

Hi Andrew,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate all feedback, as it helps us to improve the service we deliver. We understand how disappointing it is that we did not meet our high standards on this occasion and we would love to put things right.

If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us using the following link, including any helpful information like booking reference, email address, etc. This will help us ensure we can resolve your issue quickly: https://help.halfords.com/wss/getting-in-touch/customer-support/contact-us

We hope to hear from you soon.
Courtney

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Honest review

Went to Halfords Autocentre on Cowbridge Road, Cardiff for my MOT. Unfortunately my car had too many problems and they advised me it wasn't worth fixing, so I'm now without a car and no MOT which is very disappointing.

However I can't fault the team there - they were honest, explained everything clearly and didn't try to sell me work that wasn't worth doing. Appreciate their honesty even though it was bad news. Good service from them.

August 28, 2026
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Reply from Halfords Autocentres

We are pleased to hear that you had such a positive experience and thank you for taking the time to leave your review!

We’ve passed your feedback on to the Garage Manager to share the good news with their team!

Enjoy the rest of your day!

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