Car battery replacement at UK Motor Centre Ltd in Ilford

Car Battery Replacement — Ilford

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Need a new battery? We’ll test before we replace.

Your battery powers every start and stabilises the entire electrical system. As it ages, capacity drops and the car may struggle to crank, throw warning lights, or suffer random electrical faults. At UK Motor Centre Ltd in Ilford we carry out proper battery and charging-system tests and, when needed, supply and fit the correct battery type (AGM / EFB / Standard) to manufacturer spec — with coding/registration where required.

Common signs your battery is failing

  • Slow cranking or clicking when starting
  • Stop-start not available / economy mode
  • Dim lights, dashboard glitches, radio resets
  • Battery/charging warning messages
  • Swollen case or sulphur (“rotten egg”) smell

Sometimes the alternator or poor earths are the cause — our test confirms the real fault before we fit parts.

Our battery replacement process

  • Load test battery & check state of health (SOH)
  • Alternator output & voltage drop / ground checks
  • Memory save where required to protect settings
  • Fit correct OE-spec battery (AGM/EFB/Standard)
  • Register/code battery on vehicles that require it
  • Final start/charge verification & report
AGM / EFB experts Battery coding Same-day fitting

Local & trusted in Ilford

Visit us at 3 Loxford Ln, Ilford IG1 2PJ. We serve Ilford, Barking, Seven Kings, Goodmayes, Gants Hill, Newbury Park, Romford and keep a wide range of batteries in stock for quick turnaround.

Battery FAQs

How long does a car battery last?
Typically 4–6 years depending on usage, short trips, climate and charging system health. Stop-start vehicles may cycle the battery more often.
What are the signs of a failing battery?
Slow cranking, clicking on start, dim lights, warning messages, electrical glitches or a rotten-egg smell. We can test the battery and the alternator.
Do you code/register new batteries?
Yes. Many modern cars require battery registration or coding, especially AGM/EFB stop-start systems. We have the tools to do this correctly.
AGM vs EFB vs Standard — which do I need?
We fit the correct type to OE spec. Stop-start cars usually require AGM or EFB. Fitting the wrong type can cause premature failure and faults.
How long does replacement take?
Most swaps take 30–60 minutes including tests and registration. Corroded clamps or hidden batteries can take longer; we’ll advise first.