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Frequently asked questions
Honest answers about what we do, where we go, how pricing works and what is and is not safe at the roadside.
Mobile tyre fitting in Bristol
Will you come to my location?
Yes. Bob's Mobile Tyres is a mobile service, so we come to your home, workplace or a safe roadside location in Bristol. We need a reasonably flat, firm surface with room to work safely beside the wheel.
Do you provide 24-hour mobile tyre fitting in Bristol?
Our emergency line is advertised 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Availability at any moment depends on demand, so call or WhatsApp and we will confirm whether we can attend and give you an estimated arrival time.
Can you repair a puncture?
Often, yes. Small punctures in the central tread area can usually be repaired in line with British Standard BS AU 159. Damage to the sidewall or shoulder, large cuts, or a tyre that has been driven on while flat usually mean a replacement is the safe option. We will inspect and explain before doing any work.
Can you replace a flat tyre at home?
Yes. Driveways and residential streets are among the most common places we work. Let us know if your vehicle has a locking wheel nut, and make sure the key is available.
Do you fit van tyres?
Yes. We supply and fit van tyres, matching the load rating your van requires, at your home, yard or job site.
Do you cover surrounding towns?
Yes. Bristol is our core area and we cover surrounding towns and villages within roughly 20 miles, including South Gloucestershire, North Somerset, Keynsham and Bath. For places towards the edge of that radius, please call first so we can confirm availability and give you a realistic estimate.
How much does mobile tyre fitting cost?
Every job is quoted individually. The price depends on your tyre size, the brand or type of tyre (new or part-worn), the time of day and your location. We will always tell you the price before any work starts.
Do you supply new and part-worn tyres?
Yes. We supply new tyres across a range of budgets and part-worn tyres that meet the Motor Vehicle Tyres (Safety) Regulations 1994, including at least 2mm of tread and a permanent "PART-WORN" sidewall marking.
Can I contact you via WhatsApp?
Yes. WhatsApp is a great way to reach us, especially if you can send a location pin and a clear photo of the tyre sidewall showing the size. For an emergency where you feel unsafe, calling is quickest.
Can you attend motorway incidents?
Do not attempt to change a tyre on a motorway hard shoulder or in a live lane: it is extremely dangerous. If you can, leave at the next exit or services. If you are stopped and in danger, get out on the side away from traffic, move behind the barrier where safe and call 999. On motorways, recovery to a safe location should be arranged through the appropriate authorised service, such as your breakdown provider. Once the vehicle is somewhere safe, we can help with the tyre.
Tyres, safety and the law
Do you have a tyre shop I can visit?
No. We are a mobile service based in Stoke Bishop, Bristol, and do not operate a walk-in tyre centre. We come to you.
What do I need to tell you when I call?
Your location, vehicle make and model (or registration), tyre size if you can see it safely, what has happened, and whether you are in a safe place.
How do I find my tyre size?
Look on the tyre sidewall for a code like 205/55 R16 91V. You can also send a clear photo of the sidewall on WhatsApp and we will read it for you.
Do you have a locking wheel nut key?
If your car has locking wheel nuts, the key is usually in the glovebox, the boot or with the spare wheel tools. Please locate it before we arrive. If it is lost, tell us when you call.
Do I need to be there when you arrive?
For emergencies, yes. For scheduled work, not always, as long as we can access the vehicle and the locking wheel nut key. We will agree arrangements in advance.
How do I pay?
Payment methods are confirmed when you book. Please ask when you call.
Tyre size guide
How to read the size on your tyre
Every tyre has its size moulded into the sidewall. Sharing it when you get in touch lets us check stock and quote accurately before we travel. It looks like a jumble of numbers, but each part means something.
Not sure? Send a photo. Take a clear, close-up photo of the sidewall in good light, with the whole size code in frame, and send it to us on WhatsApp. Only do this if you are somewhere safe, away from traffic.
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Width (205): Tyre width in millimetres, from sidewall to sidewall.
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Profile (55): Sidewall height as a percentage of the width (55% of 205mm).
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Construction (R): R means radial construction, used by almost all modern car tyres.
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Rim size (16): The wheel diameter the tyre fits, in inches.
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Load index (91): The maximum load each tyre can carry (91 = 615kg).
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Speed rating (V): The maximum speed the tyre is rated for (V = 149mph).
Need a Mobile Tyre Fitter in Bristol?
Call, WhatsApp or send a quote request. Tell us where you are and what has happened, and we will confirm availability, a price and an estimated arrival time before we set off.