Shock absorber wear is usually very gradual and occurs without the driver's knowledge. Worn shock absorbers cause damage to other components such as tyres, the steering system, track rods or wheel bearings - not changing the shock absorbers can lead to additional expenditure on other components...
Need some work in as its all dried up at the moment :(
Anyway thats good news for the Clio Trophy forum
Offers as follows
1) 25 point inspection, oil and filter change and a wash for £60 inc. VAT
Genuine parts used, check of lights/levels/steering/suspension/brakes/wipers...