Highpoint Motor Centre, Oldbury

Highpoint Motor Centre, Oldbury No jargon. Just honest, expert repairs.

đźš— 40+ years keeping cars on the road in Oldbury & Birmingham
đź”§ MOTs, servicing, repairs & diagnostics, done right, same day
📍 Your trusted local garage in the West Midlands
🤝 No hidden costs.

Ever noticed how your steering wheel starts vibrating right as you hit the slip road on the M5?We had a regular from Sme...
07/09/2026

Ever noticed how your steering wheel starts vibrating right as you hit the slip road on the M5?

We had a regular from Smethwick in earlier who thought their suspension was ruined. It’s easily done, but nine times out of ten, a nasty shudder at speed is just a simple wheel balance issue. I was just saving their job sheet on the office computer, and it reminded me how much difference a quick adjustment makes. One bad pothole around Dudley is usually enough to knock things out of whack. Getting it sorted right away saves your tyres from wearing completely unevenly.

If your motor isn’t driving perfectly smooth, drop into the garage on Wolverhampton Road and give us a shout. What’s the worst road for potholes near you right now?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

Ever feel like your car has slowly turned into a bit of a rolling dustbin?We had a regular from Quinton in for a service...
04/09/2026

Ever feel like your car has slowly turned into a bit of a rolling dustbin?

We had a regular from Quinton in for a service this week who apologised profusely for the state of their footwells. Honestly, we’ve seen it all down here on Wolverhampton Road! But while a messy floor mat is nothing to worry about, a clogged cabin filter actually is. I was just updating our supplier system and accidentally saved the new filter catalogue, which gave me a chuckle. A fresh pollen filter genuinely makes a massive difference in stopping all those West Midlands exhaust fumes from blowing straight into your face while you're stuck in traffic.

If your air vents are smelling a bit musty, give us a shout and we’ll pop a new one in. What’s the most random thing you’ve got rolling around in your boot right now?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

Ever felt a slight wobble in your steering wheel as soon as you hit 60mph on the dual carriageway?We had a local from Du...
02/09/2026

Ever felt a slight wobble in your steering wheel as soon as you hit 60mph on the dual carriageway?

We had a local from Dudley in this morning convinced their front suspension was on the way out. After getting the wheels off, it turned out they just needed a proper balance after catching a nasty curb. I was actually just saving the workshop record on our system, which reminded me how common this is! Getting a fresh tyre seated perfectly and balanced makes the world of difference to a smooth drive and stops your rubber from wearing down unevenly.

If your motor is feeling a bit juddery at speed, give us a shout down on Wolverhampton Road and we'll take a look. Have you had to replace any tyres yet this year?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

Ever flicked your wipers on during a sudden downpour only to find they just smear the rain straight across your line of ...
31/08/2026

Ever flicked your wipers on during a sudden downpour only to find they just smear the rain straight across your line of sight?

I was just saving a Smethwick customer's job card on our system, and it reminded me how easily wiper blades perish in the warmer weather. Once the autumn rain hits the West Midlands, those split rubber edges make driving a right nightmare. Changing them takes a couple of minutes, but it makes a massive difference to keeping you safe and seeing clearly.

If your wipers are squeaking or leaving nasty streaks across the glass, give us a shout down on Wolverhampton Road and we'll quickly swap them out for you. How often do you genuinely remember to change yours?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

Ever noticed how your car always picks the busiest week to start making a funny noise?We had a regular from Smethwick pu...
28/08/2026

Ever noticed how your car always picks the busiest week to start making a funny noise?

We had a regular from Smethwick pull in yesterday with a harsh grinding sound every time she slowed down on the Wolverhampton Road. She’d been hearing a slight squeal for weeks but just kept turning the radio up! By the time we got the wheels off to check, the pads had worn completely down to the metal, badly scoring the discs. Catching that early squeak genuinely would have saved a fair bit of money on replacement parts.

I was just logging the repair details as High Point Motors.jpg on our system, and it’s a great reminder to never ignore your brakes. If yours are feeling spongy or sounding rough, give us a shout. What car noise makes you immediately turn the radio down in a panic?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

Ever wondered what actually goes on under the bonnet during a full service?A lot of folks from Quinton and Dudley pop in...
26/08/2026

Ever wondered what actually goes on under the bonnet during a full service?

A lot of folks from Quinton and Dudley pop in for an MOT and assume a service is basically the same thing. While an MOT just checks if your car is legally safe to be on the road, a proper service is where we get the spanners out to keep it running sweet. It means dropping the old, sludgy oil and swapping out clogged filters so your engine can actually breathe. It’s the difference between passing a basic safety test and driving smoothly on your commute down the M5.

If you can't remember the last time your motor had a proper tune-up, give us a shout on Wolverhampton Road. Do you usually book your service and MOT together, or space them out over the year?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

It’s funny how everyone thinks modern cars are just big computers nowadays, isn't it?While the diagnostic laptops are br...
24/08/2026

It’s funny how everyone thinks modern cars are just big computers nowadays, isn't it?

While the diagnostic laptops are brilliant for pointing us in the right direction, fixing the actual problem usually comes down to good old-fashioned patience and a trusty socket set. I was just saving the job file on our system after sorting a motor from Quinton this morning. The computer warned of a complex engine fault, but getting right under the bonnet revealed it was just a simple loose bracket pinching a wire. Sometimes you just can't beat a bit of manual problem-solving!

If your car is running a bit rough lately, give us a shout on Wolverhampton Road. What’s the one DIY maintenance job on your car you’ll actually attempt yourself?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

It’s amazing what a quick poke around with a torch can reveal when your car is up on the ramps.We had a local lad from D...
21/08/2026

It’s amazing what a quick poke around with a torch can reveal when your car is up on the ramps.

We had a local lad from Dudley bring his motor in yesterday for a routine once-over before a big family trip. He thought it was running perfectly, but when we got it lifted up, we found a nasty split on the inside wall of his rear tyre that you’d never ever spot while it was parked on the driveway. It’s always the bits you can’t see that catch you out on the M5! Getting a proper visual check underneath can genuinely save you from a miserable roadside breakdown.

If you're heading off on a long drive soon, give us a shout on Wolverhampton Road and we'll happily give it a check. What's the longest road trip you've taken your current car on?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

It’s funny how we check our fuel gauge every time we jump in the car, but rarely give our tyres a second glance until it...
19/08/2026

It’s funny how we check our fuel gauge every time we jump in the car, but rarely give our tyres a second glance until it’s too late.

We had a customer from Smethwick pull in yesterday with a completely flat tyre. They thought they'd just caught a nail on the Wolverhampton Road, but the inner tread was actually worn right down to the wire from poor wheel alignment. A quick walk around your car to check the tread depth, the classic 20p coin test still works a treat, can honestly save you a massive headache and keep you safe in the wet weather.

If you’re not sure how much life your tyres have left, swing by and we’ll give them a quick look over. When was the last time you checked your tyre pressures?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

You never quite know what’s going to roll through the garage doors on any given morning!We get everything down here on W...
17/08/2026

You never quite know what’s going to roll through the garage doors on any given morning!

We get everything down here on Wolverhampton Road, from everyday family runarounds to proper head-turners like this hybrid sports car. No matter how sleek or fast a machine is, they all need the same care and attention, and they certainly aren't immune to West Midlands road grime! Whether it’s high-performance brakes or a standard oil change, treating every motor with the exact same level of respect is what we do.

If your motor is due a bit of care or a routine check, give us a shout. What’s the absolute dream car you’d have in your garage if money was no object?

https://highpointautorepairs.co.uk/

Address

189 Wolverhampton Road
Oldbury
B680LR

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+441214215555

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