knocking noise when braking...?

[not2nitedarling]

I drive a y reg astra. It makes a knocking sound when I press the brakes when slowing down for junction. any ideas?

anyone?

Pads, Discs, could be either or both. I had that recently, both got replaced - fairly costly.

I know nothing about cars though, just drive one. I rely on the mechanics knowing what is wrong and fixing it.

Track rod ends, or tie rods. Can't remember which is was but my car did exactly the same thing and that was the problem. And without wanting to scare you too much, it was serious despite only being a bit of a knocking noise. My mechanic told me the wheel could have come off at any point. It wasn't an expensive fix though (I can't remember how much it cost which means it was probably well under £100!).

Could be shock absorbers - you brake and the worn shocks can't absorb the 'dip' forwards. Some cars have suspension that needs to be pumped up (with hydaulic fluid) from time to time, so it might just be that.

I had this. Cannot remember what is was, but will ask OH. It wasn't anything major.

Have googled and now I remember. It was the CV joint.

CV joints tend to knock when turning corners IME

Whatever it is, go and get it fixed!

DH locked in the boot?

So... what was it?!

ummm. still haven't taken it in. doesn't make the noise when I turn corners just when approaching junction.

Brake pads ?

Have you looked to see if you can see bare metal through the holes in your wheel ? < technical >

For me it was worn brake pads and discs.

The bearings have gone.

will have a look in the morn and thanks

Brake pads are best case scenario. Hope it is that