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Exhaust Repairs · Pontefract

Exhaust Repairs in Pontefract, West Yorkshire

An exhaust that has started to blow only gets louder and more expensive from here. Bring it to RDA Car Sales in Upton, Pontefract and we'll find where it has gone and replace just the section that needs it wherever we can.

Exhaust Repairs Done by the Section in Pontefract

An exhaust system spends its life carrying hot, acidic gases while being splashed with salt and standing water from underneath. Corrosion is a question of when, not if, and short journeys make it worse — the system never gets hot enough to drive off the condensation that forms inside it, so it rots from within as well as from outside.

The failure usually starts at a joint or a weld seam and grows. Catch it early and it is often one section, a clamp or a set of rubber mounts. Leave it and the noise gets worse, the emissions go out, and the bill grows to take in the whole system. We'll get the car up, find exactly where it is blowing, and replace what has actually failed rather than quoting you for everything from the manifold back.

The Benefits

The Noise Gone

A blowing exhaust drones through the cabin and turns heads for the wrong reasons. That stops.

Section by Section

Where the rest of the system is sound, we replace only the part that has failed.

Emissions Back in Range

Leaks upstream of the sensor confuse the fuelling and can fail the MOT. Sealing it fixes both.

Fumes Kept Outside

A leak ahead of the cabin can let exhaust gases in. That is the reason not to put this one off.

What's Typically Included

What your car needs depends on where the system has failed. Here's what an exhaust job with us can cover, and we'll show you the fault before we quote.

Inspection of the full system, manifold to tailpipe
Leak location, including at joints, welds and flexi sections
Front pipe, centre section and back box replacement
Flexi pipe replacement
Catalytic converter inspection and replacement
Diesel particulate filter inspection and advice
Clamp, gasket and rubber mount replacement
Heat shield refitting or replacement where corroded

Know The Signs

Signs your exhaust needs attention

The car has got noticeably louder, with a droning or blowing note
A rattle from underneath, especially at idle or over bumps
A smell of exhaust fumes inside the car
The engine management light is on, or the car has failed on emissions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when an exhaust is blowing?

It means gas is escaping before it reaches the tailpipe, usually through a hole rusted in a box or a split at a joint or weld. Besides the noise, a leak ahead of the oxygen sensor can upset the fuelling and put the engine management light on, and a leak further forward can let fumes into the cabin.

Can you replace just one section rather than the whole exhaust?

Yes, wherever the rest of the system is sound, and that is what we'll do by default. Most modern exhausts are built in sections precisely so they can be replaced individually. We'll only recommend more than one section when the corrosion genuinely runs beyond the part that has failed.

Will a blowing exhaust fail the MOT?

Yes. An exhaust with a leak, or one that is noticeably louder than the manufacturer intended, is an MOT failure — and an emissions reading pushed out of range by a leak will fail it too. It is a cheap thing to sort before a test compared with a retest and a second visit.

Why has my catalytic converter failed?

Cats rarely fail on their own. Usually something upstream has damaged them — a misfire dumping unburnt fuel into the cat, burning oil, or a coolant leak into the combustion chamber. Fitting a new cat without finding that cause simply destroys the new one, so we diagnose the reason first.

Do you deal with diesel particulate filters?

We'll inspect the DPF, read the fault codes and tell you honestly where you stand — whether it needs a forced regeneration, a proper long run to regenerate itself, or replacement. What we won't do is remove or hollow out a DPF, because a car without one is illegal to use on the road and an automatic MOT failure.

Why Choose RDA Car Sales LTD

We're an independent, family-run name on the doorstep in Upton, Pontefract — not a chain with a script to follow. Whatever your car needs, you'll get an honest answer, a fair price and the work done properly, for drivers across Pontefract, Upton, Hemsworth, South Elmsall, South Kirkby, Featherstone, Ackworth, Castleford, Knottingley, Normanton and Wakefield.

Find Us

Unit 1C, Steed Court Business Park
Upton
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF9 1JJ

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Speak to the team at RDA Car Sales LTD in Pontefract today. Give us a call for a chat and a fair quote, or send an enquiry and we'll be in touch.

What our customers say about us

Our Reviews

Jason met us promptly as agreed and showed us the Peugot 2008 we had seen on autotrader. He shared the information on the vehicle we needed to make our decision. There was no pressure salesman tactics at all, but he was on hand to provide assistance when required. A courteous and honest trader selling cars at competitive prices (best priced cat in our search). Nothing was too much trouble and a trouble free experience. Would definitely recommend.
— Craig Eastwood
Great experience dealing with Richard when I bought my Mini Countryman a few weeks ago. No pressure, unlike the big dealerships, just a friendly welcome and the car ready to drive away in beautiful condition. Paperwork dealt with quickly and efficiently and I am delighted to support a family business which obviously cares about its customers. I normally hate changing cars when having to deal with the usual BS, but there was none of that. I cannot recommend Richard and his business highly enough. I would definitely use RDA car sales again.
— Rob Stubbs
Cannot fault RDA Car sales - Richard was super helpful, very patient with any questions we had, organised delivery and ensured the car have a thorough PDI and sorted anything identified. Really genuine guy - you can tell it is a family run business, who value the customer and their experience. THANK YOU!
— The Stephensons
We were made very welcome by Richard who provided us with all the information about the Fiat Doblo. Our experience dealing with RDA Car Sales was a smooth process and we did not feel under any pressure to buy, but glad that we did as the car is exactly what we wanted.
— Carys Furmston
I bought a mini countryman from RDA in November and was very pleased with the communication and service received - the car was in great condition despite being a few years old and just what I needed for my expanding family. The purchase itself was also stress free and Roland made himself available after working hours so that I could collect. What impressed me more was the help and support provided after the sale when my thermostat was playing up - Roland repaired this within a day whilst the car was within warranty & during the winter months, this was a necessity. More recently, I had an unforeseen issue with the brake pump (outside of warranty) and my local garage was suggesting a long turnaround to source the part and removing the engine to complete the repair. After reaching out to Roland for a second opinion, he offered to take a look and again, sorted this within a day. He and his son clearly know their stuff and I can’t fault the service I’ve received before, during and after sale. Thanks again guys - would recommend you to anyone looking to purchase a car! :)
— Bethany Hunter
Very pleased with my Ford Fiesta I bought recently, immaculate inside and out. Extremely helpful and friendly.
— Elizabeth Mellers
Excellent service from start to finish. Very straightforward family business. The car is immaculate and we are very pleased. Highly recommended.
— Ashley Bates
Very good friendly service fro Rowland and Richard. A minor repair carried out under warranty. Carried out quickly with no hassle
— David Shaw
The best customer service. They made us feel very at ease with their friendly welcome and obvious knowledge. Nothing was too much trouble unlike previous dealers that we visited. We are very happy with our Ford focus and we can definitely recommend them to anyone looking to buy. Thank you.
— PD
Would like to say a massive thank you for the service we had today from Richard, I purchased a car from them this morning, he went above and beyond for us , nothing was too much trouble , we went for a run in the car before purchase and stay patiently while I changed over my car insurance, ,I will highly recommend this car sales Company very highly , Richard was a pleasure to do business with , a credit to the company, nothing was too much trouble any questions I asked he answered truthful & honestly. I drove off a very happy customer 😀😊 .
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