LADS Automotive

31/05/2026

Quick tutorial on diagnosing a misfire on a 1.6 R53 mini.

Thankfully, this one was just a simple coil pack failure which meant minimum spend for the customer

Another one back on the road.

31/05/2026

Lovely F31 in for a timing job with us.

We replaced the tired original chain with a brand-new genuine IWIS timing chain kit.

Chain kit included:
• Cam, fuel & oil pump chains
• 4 guides + 2 tensioners
• Cam & pump sprockets
• Oil sprayer, crankshaft & injector seals
• Genuine BMW rocker cover gasket
• Coolant top-up

While at it we also done an oil service and addressed a fault with the headlight levelling system.

Back together, fully tested, and now running smooth, quiet, and fault-free.

Get in touch to discuss your BMW servicing needs!

29/05/2026

A smart preventative upgrade for BMW N47/B47-powered cars.

We can supply and professionally fit upgraded oil filter housings to help improve reliability and peace of mind.

If you’re interested in getting yours upgraded, send us a message and we’ll be happy to help.

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23/05/2026

Another returning customer back in with this lovely BMW 640d 🔧

This one came in needing a few important jobs sorted, starting with seized rear alignment bolts. We replaced both rear top arms along with all 4 rear alignment bolts to get everything moving and adjusted correctly again.

Next up, we replaced all brake dust shields — 3 were already missing and the remaining one wasn’t far behind.

We also carried out a full brake fluid flush, something BMW recommends every 24,000 miles but is often overlooked. Regular maintenance like this is key to keeping your BMW performing at its best.

Lastly, the customer reported an occasional fumes smell inside the cabin. After carrying out a smoke test, we traced the issue to a faulty exhaust clamp — now fully repaired and sorted

Another BMW back on the road and back up to spec.

If your BMW is due maintenance or you’ve got an issue you’d like diagnosed, get in touch today

17/05/2026

E92 in for some repairs

Firstly, the dpf was damaged significantly from catching on the ground, snapped bracket, damaged exhaust clamp and dpf cracked in two places, fumes were filling the cabin and the car was low on power. We managed to get this all welded up, and replaced the clamp and bracket.

Car was also suffering with a water damaged headlight module, this was replaced with a good second hand unit at the customers request.

Get in touch to discuss your BMW servicing needs!

10/05/2026

Estoril Blue F30 in for a timing job with us, late N47D20C with it being a 2014

We replaced the tired original chain with a brand-new genuine IWIS timing chain kit.

Chain kit included:
• Cam, fuel & oil pump chains
• 4 guides + 2 tensioners
• Cam & pump sprockets
• Oil sprayer, crankshaft & injector seals
• Genuine BMW rocker cover gasket
• Coolant top-up

While at it we also replaced the notorious leaking coolant fl**ge, exshaust manifold gaskets, oil cooler gaskets and completed an oil service

Back together, fully tested, and now running smooth, quiet, and fault-free.

This car is currently undergoing a full presale prep and will be available for sale in a few days, if interested in this well sorted 318d, dm us.

Get in touch to discuss your BMW servicing needs!

03/05/2026

E90 lci in for Rocker cover and a bad fuel leak.

This one was the handy work of another garage. Car had the rocker gasket replaced, badly, not solving the oil leak and additionally ruining the injector seats in the cylinder head and sending fumes into the cabin. Supposedly, the injector seats were previously cleaned using a screwdriver, as is clearly visible in the before photos, Pro tip: screwdriver for screwing, not cleaning.

We removed the old Rocker cover and got to cleaning up the injector seats, we subsequently ended up recutting all four as each one had sustained damage.

With the injector seats looking perfect, we fitted the new Rocker cover and refitted plenty of missing fasteners.

Next, we tackled the fuel return pipe leak, in this case, it was poor fitment and lack of fasteners, we fitted all necessary clips and voila, no leaks.

We finished off with a full health check and forwarded recommended maintenance/repairs on to the customer.

Get in touch to discuss your BMW servicing needs!

26/04/2026

G20 320d in for engine mount replacement.

Car came in with both engine mounts completely perished, leaking oil and bottoming out, made for quite an uncomfortable drive.

We sourced some mounts direct from BMW and replaced, along with a missing jack point. This customer was very pleased to have saved themselves hundreds of pounds over main dealer.

Get in touch to discuss your BMW servicing needs!

12/04/2026

2013 X5 40d in for timing chain replacement along with some preventative maintenance

This car is sub 80k miles with full service history, but over 10 years old with no record of chain replacement, due to this, a decision was made to replace chains as a preventative measure.

We removed the powertrain and replaced timing components with genuine IWIS parts, we also replaced the rocker cover due to warping resulting in oil leaks.

Next, we cleaned the intake manifold and replaced exhaust manifold gaskets.

We then reassembled the car and replaced front diff fluid along with a full coolant flush.

Another one running beautifully, and prepared for many more years of smooth motoring.

This car is one of our own stock and will be available in the next few weeks once its through its sales prep. Pm us if interested in this low mile x5

Get in touch to discuss your BMW servicing needs!

05/04/2026

E92 330d in for major oil leak and manifold blanking

We began with addressing the oil leak, which we quickly identified as bad seals on the turbo oil return, turbo off, new pipe, new seals, turbo back on, good as new!

We then removed the intake manifold, cleaned it and done a full de-flap.

We finished off with a coolant flush and returned the car to the customer.

Another one back on the road, leak free.

Get in touch to discuss your BMW servicing needs!