I've used Autocentres for a considerable number of years - long before Halfords even took them over - and have found them ok. However, they are not what they used to be. An advisory point on MOT/service was that front discs and pads were down to 25% and needed replacing. Almost £300 quoted but took to local garage instead which was over £100 cheaper. On examination, they were very honest and said that discs and pads were around 50% so didn't need replacing for probably another 20,000 miles. So, are Halfords trying to rip off customers by recommending additional but unnecessary work? Also, why do they always want the car dropped off before 8.30am irrespective of when the work is being done? I found later that the MOT wasn't scheduled until 9.45am and car was eventually ready at 4.30pm - for just an MOT and interim service. Surely they can organise their work schedule better instead of just seemingly doing work at random.