Fuel Drain in Mamhead
If you've just realised you've made a fuel drain in Mamhead, stop — don't start the engine. One call to 0800 170 0644 and we'll be out to you across Devon, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Whether you're in the centre of Mamhead or out towards Haldon and Lynton, we'll come to you — and with the Exeter road network nearby, we're rarely far away.
Coverage at a glance — Mamhead
| Service area | Mamhead, Devon |
|---|---|
| Postcode | EX6 |
| County | Devon |
| Distance | About 14.1 miles from Exeter centre |
| Nearest routes | the Exeter 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.
Mamhead lies about 14.1 miles from Exeter centre, in Devon. We reach it alongside neighbouring Exminster, Haldon, Countess Wear and Wonford.
How a fuel drain works in Mamhead
- Call 0800 170 0644 and describe the vehicle and what went in.
- We quote the full price up front and head to you in Mamhead.
- 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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in MamheadContaminated Fuel Removal
in MamheadMobile Fuel Drain
in MamheadWrong Fuel Rescue
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Wrong fuel in Mamhead, whatever you drive
We drain cars, vans and commercials on-site. A few we help often:
Nearby areas we also cover
Immediately around Mamhead: Haldon, Lynton, Sidmouth, Winkleigh.
Mamhead is one of hundreds of towns we cover across South West England. Our vans work Devon and beyond, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Wrong-fuel guides
Fuel Drain in Mamhead — FAQs
Do you cover Mamhead?
Yes — we cover Mamhead and nearby Haldon, Lynton, Sidmouth, Winkleigh around Exeter, reaching you via the Exeter 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.