United Kingdom · GBP
Expect £25–£146 in parts plus £52 labour at an independent workshop (£76 at a dealer). London shops typically charge 20-30% above the national average.
| Part | Budget | Typical | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sintered Brake Pad Set | £25 | £33 | £45 |
| Front Brake Rotor | £81 | £108 | £146 |
| Braided Stainless Brake Line Kit | £52 | £69 | £94 |
| Independent rate | 65 GBP/h |
|---|---|
| Dealer rate | 95 GBP/h |
| Typical job time | 0.8 h |
| Total labour | £52 – £76 |
| DIY time | 45 min · Easy |
| Data updated | 2026-08-01 |
Typically 8,000-20,000 km on the front depending on compound and riding style. Track and city stop-start riding sits at the low end.
Yes. Rubber lines expand under pressure; braided stainless does not, which removes most of the sponge from an older bike's lever.