Contaminated Fuel Collection in Ampfield
Put contaminated fuel collection at a Ampfield forecourt, or at home nearby? Don't panic and don't start the engine — Wrong Fuel In The Car covers Ampfield and Hampshire with an on-site contaminated fuel collection service, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Whether you're in the centre of Ampfield or out towards St Cross E and Swanmore, we'll come to you — and with the Southampton road network nearby, we're rarely far away.
Coverage at a glance — Ampfield
| Service area | Ampfield, Hampshire |
|---|---|
| Postcode | SO51 |
| County | Hampshire |
| Distance | About 5.7 miles from Southampton centre |
| Nearest routes | the Southampton road network |
| Typical response | 30–60 minutes |
| Time on site | 45–90 minutes |
| Price from | £89 |
| Availability | 24/7, 365 days a year |
| How to book | Call 0800 170 0644 |
Prices & response times reviewed August 2026.
Ampfield lies about 5.7 miles from Southampton centre, in Hampshire. We reach it alongside neighbouring Lockerley, Mottisfont, Romsey and Romsey.
How a contaminated fuel collection works in Ampfield
- Call 0800 170 0644 and describe the vehicle and what went in.
- We quote the full price up front and head to you in Ampfield.
- We drain the wrong fuel and flush the system on-site.
- We add clean fuel, test-start, and you're on your way — usually within 45–90 minutes.
Typical prices
| Situation | From | Time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Car, engine not started | £89 | 45–90 minutes |
| Engine started / fuel circulated | £149 | 1–2 hours |
| Van or large tank | £169 | 1–2 hours |
| Driven / motorway / out-of-hours | Quoted on call | On-site assessment |
Every job is fully quoted by phone before we're dispatched — the price depends on your vehicle, tank size and whether the engine was run.
What we drain
- Petrol in a diesel engine (the most common — and most damaging — misfuel)
- Diesel in a petrol engine
- AdBlue accidentally put in the diesel tank
- Unleaded in a diesel
- Red or agricultural diesel in a road vehicle
- Contaminated fuel — water, dirt or mixed fuel
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Wrong fuel in Ampfield, whatever you drive
We drain cars, vans and commercials on-site. A few we help often:
Nearby areas we also cover
Immediately around Ampfield: St Cross E, Swanmore, Twyford, Wickham.
Ampfield is one of hundreds of towns we cover across South East England. Our vans work Hampshire and beyond, 24/7, 365 days a year.
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Contaminated Fuel Collection in Ampfield — FAQs
Do you cover Ampfield?
Yes — we cover Ampfield and nearby St Cross E, Swanmore, Twyford, Wickham around Southampton, reaching you via the Southampton road network.
What should I do right now?
Don't start the engine. If you're on a forecourt, put the car in neutral and push it clear of the pump, then call 0800 170 0644.
How much will it cost?
Call-outs start from £89. We quote the full price on the phone before we set off, based on your vehicle and situation.
How quickly can you get to me?
Typically around 30–60 minutes, depending on where you are and traffic. We run 24/7, 365 days a year.
Will my car be OK afterwards?
In most cases where the engine wasn't run, yes — we drain and flush and you drive away. We'll tell you honestly if we think it needs a garage check.
Does my insurance cover this?
Misfuelling is often excluded from standard cover, though some policies and breakdown add-ons include it. Keep our paperwork in case you claim.