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A tyre puncture repair fixes a damaged tyre, caused by any of the following:
Many drivers look to patch a punctured tyre rather than fitting a replacement due to it being seen as a more cost-effective solution.
However, you must ensure the repair is safe and is only used as a temporary measure, as your car must still be roadworthy to drive on public roads in the UK and pass the yearly MOT test.
Most mobile mechanics will be able to help you with a tyre puncture repair. They will bring the right equipment to your location (alongside a replacement tyre if the damage isn’t repairable) and complete the job on your driveway.
This is the safest way to repair a punctured tyre. You should not drive your vehicle to a local garage if you have a puncture or foreign object in the rubber as this poses a danger to you and other road users and can also make the problem worse.
As you need a mobile mechanic to help with your tyre repair, you may need to search for local repairers directly to ensure you find a reputable company that has the skills to help with your problem. This can be as simple as typing ‘tyre puncture repair near me’ into a search engine.
You can also ask family and friends for recommendations if you need a tyre puncture repair in a hurry.
The average tyre puncture repair cost in the UK is about £20 - £30 per tyre.
We always recommend comparing prices from local tyre repairers to ensure you find the most reputable option and book the best deal.
Some common signs you have a punctured tyre include the following:
If you’ve noticed any of the following, you should contact a local tyre repairer to get the problem inspected and fixed as soon as possible. You shouldn’t drive your car in the meantime as it poses a safety risk to you and other drivers if you do so.
Yes, you may be able to fix a punctured tyre yourself – but only as a short-term emergency fix.
Most modern cars come with an emergency tyre repair kit which will allow you to plug the hole with sealant and reinflate the tyre with a compressor. This only works on minor repairs, and you should still drive carefully and only as much as necessary before seeking professional help.
You should not attempt to complete a more thorough puncture repair yourself as it is a highly skilled process.