BMW came in with brake noise. Pads had life left but were falling apart from the inside. Delaminated material replaced at 1Stop Motor Shop in Newtownabbey.
This BMW came into 1Stop Motor Shop with the driver complaining of an unusual noise from the brakes. On the surface, everything looked okay — the brake pads had decent thickness left.
But when we stripped down the brakes, the real issue became clear: the brake pads were delaminating, with the friction material separating from the backing plate.
Even if brake pads have plenty of life left, if they begin to break apart or rust internally, they can:
Cause squealing or grinding noises
Lead to uneven braking
Increase stopping distance
Damage brake discs
Fail under heavy braking
In this case, the noise wasn’t from wear — it was from pad failure due to corrosion between the metal and friction material.
In Newtownabbey and Belfast, we often see issues caused by:
Moisture build-up and rust (thanks to our lovely weather)
Cheap or low-quality brake components
Pads sitting unused for long periods
High-performance braking creating heat stress
We removed the failing pads, inspected the discs, and fitted new high-quality pads suited to the BMW’s braking system. After a full test drive, the brake noise was gone — and safety restored.
It’s another reminder that brake condition isn’t just about pad thickness — it's about structural integrity too.
