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This is our story, from where it started to the daily happenings in the garage. Including everything from the good times and easy jobs to the nightmare jobs and tears. Hopefully this gives you an insight that you don't normally get from garages.

Jun192025 Mini Engine Warning Light On in Newtownabbey? Blocked Intake Flaps Diagnosed

Mini Engine Warning Light On in Newtownabbey? Blocked Intake Flaps Diagnosed

Mini in with the engine light on and poor performance. We found the intake manifold flaps were completely choked with soot. Airflow restored in Newtownabbey.

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Jun182025 Ford Focus RS Engine Light On? Misfiring Across Multiple Cylinders Diagnosed in Newtownabbey

Ford Focus RS Engine Light On? Misfiring Across Multiple Cylinders Diagnosed in Newtownabbey

Engine light flashing and rough running in your Focus RS? We diagnosed a misfire across multiple cylinders in our Newtownabbey garage. Learn what caused it and how we fixed it.

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Jun162025 Mercedes Door Noise When Opening or Closing? Check the Check Straps

Mercedes Door Noise When Opening or Closing? Check the Check Straps

Mercedes making a cracking noise when you open the door? It might be worn door check straps. See how we diagnosed and fixed this issue fast in Newtownabbey.

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Jun132025 Failed a Free Brake Health Check? It Could Be a Rare Brake Imbalance

Failed a Free Brake Health Check? It Could Be a Rare Brake Imbalance

We found a rare brake imbalance during a free health check at our Newtownabbey garage. Here’s what it means, why it’s dangerous, and how we caught it early.

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Jun122025 Behind the Scenes at 1Stop Motor Shop: Sourcing Parts for Our Mechanics

Behind the Scenes at 1Stop Motor Shop: Sourcing Parts for Our Mechanics

Getting the right parts means quicker repairs. A day in the life at 1Stop Motor Shop Newtownabbey — supporting local suppliers and keeping Belfast cars running.

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Jun112025 Ford Mondeo Air Con Not Working? Here’s What We Found

Ford Mondeo Air Con Not Working? Here’s What We Found

Ford Mondeo with A/C not working. UV dye test showed condenser leak. Replaced with a new unit and system recharged. All working perfectly at 1Stop Motor Shop.

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Jun092025 Brake Squeal? It Might Just Be a Stone – Here’s What We Found

Brake Squeal? It Might Just Be a Stone – Here’s What We Found

Brake squealing? It might not be your pads — a stone could be stuck in your caliper. See what we found in our Newtownabbey garage and how we fixed it fast.

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Jun062025 Coolant Leak? Another Water Pump Replacement at 1Stop Motor Shop

Coolant Leak? Another Water Pump Replacement at 1Stop Motor Shop

Coolant leak or overheating engine? It might be your water pump. Learn the signs and why drivers across Newtownabbey and Belfast trust 1Stop Motor Shop to fix it fast.

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Jun042025 VW Golf Oil Pressure Light On? Here’s What We Found

VW Golf Oil Pressure Light On? Here’s What We Found

Golf in with oil pressure light on. We found the sensor blocked with sludgy old oil. A regular service could have prevented it — book yours today in Belfast.

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