Fuel Doctor Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Evaluating 53 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, consistently highlighting the exceptional quality of assistance provided. Customers frequently praise the professional, friendly, and knowledgeable staff for expertly resolving accidental vehicle misfuelling situations with great care. Many consumers note that the technicians arrive promptly, working efficiently to get cars and motorcycles back on the road in no time. However, some people mentioned that initial call arrangements handled by customer service can sometimes differ from the actual on-site technician visit times. Reviewers nevertheless appreciate the direct phone updates provided by workers before arrival, ensuring a reassuring, smooth, and stress-free overall experience.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I called out the Fuel Doctor on Sunday 20th September after wrongly fuelling my Motorbike,the technician that arrived for me was Joe Worths,he arrived at 8.30 pm&worked tirelessly on my bike until1am,... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After misfueling in Anniesland, Glasgow, one phone call to Fuel Doctor started the process to resolve the problem. Jim (Glasgow area) arrived at the time expected and reassured me he could drain the t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Huge thanks to Jim for coming to my aid so quickly after I inadvertently put petrol into my diesel Mitsubishi outlander . Jim arrived and got to work on my car and had it up and running in no time... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The partner accidentally put the wrong fuel in my car whilst we were on holiday, but Clive at the fuel doctor( Buckfastleigh) turned a stressful situation into one thar he easily resolved for us. He w... See more


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Put the wrong fuel in your car? Petrol in diesel or diesel in petrol we provide a 24 hour mobile fuel drain call 0333 444 9000 1 hour call out, all major cards taken


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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rescued promptly and efficiently by Fuel Doctor

I part filled my diesel Subaru with unleaded petrol in Helensburgh at about 6.30 pm on a Monday evening. The excellent Tesco service personnel who towed me off their forecourt put me on to Fuel Doctor.
Gerry came to my rescue, arriving precisely when he promised. He is very knowledgable about car fuel systems and soon had the bad fuel drained and providing me a jerrycan to part fill with new fuel.
As a result, no damage done to my car and I was back home within a couple of hours of the incident occurring.
Charges were very competitive.
Altogether, an excellent service from Fuel Doctor.

April 8, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Phoned company and was lucky only had…

Phoned company and was lucky only had to wait 30 min. Jim Cullen spent half an hour draining, testing and refilling. Explained everything, very helpfull.
Would certainly recommend them.
Grant
Edinburgh

March 25, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Can’t thank Jim from Kilsyth…

Can’t thank Jim from Kilsyth enough,between making the call and Jim coming out getting me I was back on the road within an hour first class service all round, and the price was unbeatable which was a blessing I may add.

March 24, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from my initial…

Excellent service from my initial contact with this company. Excellent communication from Chris on approx time of arrival. Arrived an hour before schedule kept in contact throughout. Friendly and helpful with no judgement, got me back on the road after my error of fuelling within 4 hours.. He even made sure everything was running before leaving the forecourt couldn’t recommend him enough. Thanks again 😊

March 21, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not use this company Fuel Doctor!

Do not use this company Fuel Doctor!! They screwed our car to the tune of an extra £800 after paying their £180 fee. They burned out our exhaust system doing the job back to front. They didn't drain it properly and pumped the wrong fuel through our engine for about an hour. We needed to get a new catalytic convertor, a new silencer and new sensors. We didn't realize any of this until the car wouldn't run and we had to take it to be repaired. We did speak to the head of the company to explain what one of their workers had done hoping to get some compensation but never got back to us.

March 7, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jim came out to me when I unfortunately…

Jim came out to me when I unfortunately put petrol in my diesel car he was with me in around 40 mins super fast and had a great and helpful attitude in my time of need can't recommend him enough if you make this mistake thanks again Jim

March 2, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our own silly fault!!

Through our own silly fault, (although the gentleman who helped us out said, it so easily happens), we put petrol in our diesel tank.
We were panicking as we were having to go somewhere later, but our chap came out from Stapehill (sorry didn’t get his name) and sorted our car within less than an hour.
Explained all that was happening and more and soon had us ready to go off again.
Thank goodness for companies like yours!,

February 27, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stranded in the forest

A cold, dark night in the Savernake forest is not a good place to realise that I have put the wrong fuel in my car.
Thank goodness for Jason who came all the way from Bristol to rescue me. He was reassuringly upbeat, efficient and knowledgeable ,sorting the problem out in no time.

February 20, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and helpful service

Quick and helpful service. Jim Ceilley went the extra mile and even helped me with the refuelling of my car 🚙
Thank you so very much!

February 18, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service

Fantastic service on a wet miserable night in Perth. Attitude and professionalism of the engineer could not be faulted and I would gladly recommend this company to anyone caught out by their own mindlessness - it happens to us all.

February 10, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Expensive & long wait time

Expensive for literally just coming out to drain a tank and add some additives. The guy who came was pretty indifferent. Not the best roadside manner! Plus it did not take 1 hour to come as they claim on their website, but 4 hours!!! This is the main reason for the poor review.

February 1, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Experts in their field.

I put unleaded in my Volvo last night and got home and wondered what to do.
Went onto internet to look for anybody who could drain the tank without hassle found this website and rang them this morning. Got a time price for the draining to take place. Was worried that the engine had been damaged. Needn’t have worried. The mechanic arrived before the due time. Emptied the tank. Filled up with diesel tried to start the car initially without success. He assured me that an additive was required to clean the system out. This he did lo and behold the car started. He knew what he was doing with great knowledge and expertise. Couldn’t be happier and would recommend them to anybody.
A grateful customer.

February 1, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 stars just isn't enough

5 stars just isn't enough! Ryan was absolutely phenomenal at keeping my hopes alive when I thought I’d written off my old Volvo. He cranked and cranked and cranked the engine, and after the longest five minutes of my life—my fingers were crossed so tight they went numb :D—it finally roared back to life!

Starting the engine after a misfuel ought to be a separate service, because without Ryan’s unwavering support, I’d have given up long ago, convinced my vehicle was beyond saving.

Another company had quoted me £350, but Fuel Doctor was nearly half that and honest from start to finish.

Huge thanks as well to the call centre staff for providing a reassuring, honest service while I felt helpless and angry with myself.

I’m completely thrilled to have my Volvo back on the road, and I’d recommend Fuel Doctor to everybody. Their professionalism, compassion, and fair pricing truly saved the day—thank you for everything!

Brunon

January 31, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First Class service

Excellent service provided by Jim Cullen from Kilsyth. Attended with 45 minutes and before arrival kept me informed of his eta. Couldn’t have been more helpful and informative. Thank you

January 27, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jim was amazing

Jim was amazing. I phoned him and he was able to be with me just over an hour later, he gave me an indication of arrival time when I initially called, then called me back to say he was on his way and gave me a specific time for arrival. When he got to me, he set up straight away getting to work. I felt incredibly foolish but he offered me reassurance that it was going to be ok and we had a lovely chat while he emptied my tank. I don’t plan to make the same mistake again, but if I did I’d phone Jim first.

January 10, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

read and retain .. you will thank me

well here goes . hubby used my car , topped up with pertol - silly person !!! made a few calls to different rescue companys but prices way too stupid ! (350 - 500 £) i knew these companys took charge of 'panic modes' . but I wernt daft , i continued to trawl the net as i wernt in hurry to correct this (trust me, prices go up in accordance with your hypertension !) for the receord ... i drove approx 3 miles and car started to shudder, hubby knew then what he done , so i still drove 3 miles home.

I found this fuel doctor 247 (be aware they all look same !! ON INTERNET make sure you get the right one). Well what a fab guy i spoke with. we arranged a visit, told me who would be attending and rest is plain sailing . he turned up, smart, knowledgeable and enthusiastic, sorted my car within 30 mins . he were so reassuring and said we get you sorted and he did . cars running like a dream . ( prices we less than half of the above )
So i end this with .............. you would be silly to go elsewhere, these guys know there stuff and their prices are just not been met with . well done you guys , i highly recommend you

January 14, 2025
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