Red Diesel in a Road Vehicle in Moredun
If you've just realised you've made a red diesel in a road vehicle in Moredun, stop — don't start the engine. One call to 0800 170 0644 and we'll be out to you across Midlothian, 24/7, 365 days a year.
We reach Moredun quickly via the Edinburgh road network, and cover nearby Leith, Mayfield, New Town and North Middleton as standard.
Coverage at a glance — Moredun
| Service area | Moredun, Midlothian |
|---|---|
| Postcode | EH17 |
| County | City of Edinburgh |
| Distance | About 6.7 miles from Edinburgh centre |
| Nearest routes | the Edinburgh 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 October 2026.
Moredun lies about 6.7 miles from Edinburgh centre, in City of Edinburgh. We reach it alongside neighbouring Gilmerton, Mortonhall, Cameron Toll and Craigmillar.
How a red diesel in a road vehicle works in Moredun
- Call 0800 170 0644 and describe the vehicle and what went in.
- We quote the full price up front and head to you in Moredun.
- 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 Moredun, whatever you drive
We drain cars, vans and commercials on-site. A few we help often:
Nearby areas we also cover
Immediately around Moredun: Leith, Mayfield, New Town, North Middleton.
Moredun is one of hundreds of towns we cover across Scotland. Our vans work Midlothian and beyond, 24/7, 365 days a year.
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Red Diesel in a Road Vehicle in Moredun — FAQs
Do you cover Moredun?
Yes — we cover Moredun and nearby Leith, Mayfield, New Town, North Middleton around Edinburgh, reaching you via the Edinburgh 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.