Exhaust and emissions · Car
DPF cleaning cost
By vehicle type
| Parts | Labour | Independent garage | Main dealer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City car | £110 – £230 | £60 – £180 | £170 – £410 | £225 – £640 |
| Family car, SUV | £140 – £275 | £60 – £180 | £200 – £455 | £260 – £700 |
| Premium | £165 – £350 | £60 – £180 | £225 – £530 | £290 – £795 |
Total incl. VAT · United Kingdom
By country
| Country | Hourly rate | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | €65 – €140 | €215 – €480 | €270 – €670 |
| Belgium | €60 – €125 | €215 – €475 | €260 – €650 |
| Switzerland | CHF 110 – CHF 210 | CHF 315 – CHF 705 | CHF 385 – CHF 945 |
| Germany | €80 – €190 | €230 – €540 | €295 – €770 |
| Austria | €85 – €185 | €240 – €560 | €305 – €770 |
| Spain | €45 – €90 | €190 – €420 | €225 – €560 |
| Italy | €40 – €80 | €185 – €415 | €225 – €540 |
| Portugal | €35 – €75 | €180 – €390 | €215 – €530 |
| Netherlands | €75 – €150 | €230 – €515 | €280 – €700 |
| United Kingdom | £60 – £170 | £200 – £455 | £260 – £700 |
Family car, SUV. Method
What changes the price
The hourly rate: it can double between a small-town independent and a city-centre dealer.
Parts quality: genuine, original-equipment brand or aftermarket.
Access: on some engines other parts must come off before the mechanic can reach the job.
Related problems
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dpf cleaning cost?
At an independent garage, expect £200 to £455, parts and labour included. Main dealer: £260 – £700.
Why is the dealer more expensive?
Dealer hourly rates run 40 to 60% higher on average, and genuine parts cost more than their original-equipment equivalents. Under EU rules, servicing outside the dealer network does not void the manufacturer warranty.
What is book time?
It is the reference time set for a given job. Garages bill that time even if they work faster. If a quote shows far more hours than book time, ask why. Book time: 1 – 2 h.
Data updated October 2026. Indicative estimate. MecaScan cannot see your vehicle: always have a diagnosis confirmed by a professional, and never work on brakes, steering or airbags without the skills.