trevtherev

If you feel you can replace the bearings, even by asking at a local engineering shop or even at a garage. I'd say have a go. I used a cheap bearing press set off the 'bay' and found it far easier than I expected. You also get that sense of achievement which money can't buy, apparently. But I appreciate not everyone feels confident to attempt some repairs.
Whilst, I can't claim to clock up a lot of mileage, the front bearings were a constant advisory on my MOT until I replaced them last year. Since it says slight play, maybe It's something for another day further along the road.