The mechanic thatcomes to you.
From your driveway to the roadside, FA Mobile Mechanic Edinburgh Ltd brings the garage to you. Qualified technicians, honest pricing and no towing or waiting rooms — most jobs finished on the spot.
24/7
Callout availability
4,000+
Repairs completed
60 min
Average response
4.9★
Customer rating
Complete mobile car care, wherever you are
From routine maintenance to emergency roadside repairs, our team handles it all — right where your car is parked. Every job is diagnosed properly, quoted in writing and, in most cases, finished on the same visit using the parts and tools we carry with us.
Simple, honest price guide
These are typical starting prices for common jobs in Edinburgh. Your exact price depends on your car's make, model and the parts needed — we always confirm it in writing before we start work, so there are no surprises on the day.
Battery replacement
from £90Test, supply and fit a new battery, plus coding on modern cars that need it.
Typical time: 30–45 min
Brake pads & discs
from £120Front or rear pads, discs where needed, and a full road test before we leave.
Typical time: 1–2 hours
Full diagnostic check
from £60Dealer-level scan to read fault codes and explain what's actually wrong.
Typical time: 30–60 min
Interim service
from £80Oil, oil filter, fluid top-ups and a multi-point safety check.
Typical time: 45–60 min
Full service
from £150All interim items plus air filter, pollen filter and a detailed inspection report.
Typical time: 1.5–2 hours
Emergency roadside callout
from £70Jump start, tyre change, lockout or a get-you-going fix at the roadside.
Typical time: usually within 60 min
No hidden call-out fee
Unlike some garages, our quote already includes the mechanic travelling to you. What we quote is what you pay, unless you ask us to do extra work on the day.
Broken down right now? We're available 24/7.
Car troubles don't wait for business hours — and neither do we. Whether it's 3pm on a Tuesday or 3am on a bank holiday, our emergency roadside team is ready to respond across Edinburgh.
Why Edinburgh drivers choose FA Mobile Mechanic
When your car breaks down or needs a repair, the last thing you want is to arrange a tow, sit in a waiting room, or take a day off work. FA Mobile Mechanic Edinburgh brings a fully stocked kit of tools straight to your driveway, workplace car park, or the roadside — anywhere across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Every job is carried out by an experienced, insured mechanic using professional-grade diagnostic equipment, so you get garage-quality work without the garage hassle.
Qualified & insured
Fully qualified and insured technicians on every callout, all makes and models — petrol, diesel, hybrid and EV.
Genuinely 24/7
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week — including bank holidays. A real mechanic answers the phone, not an answering service.
Upfront pricing
Transparent, upfront pricing before any work begins — no hidden fees and no surprises on the day.
We come to you
Home, office, roadside or supermarket car park — same-day and emergency callouts available across Edinburgh.
Skip the waiting room. Skip the tow truck.
Traditional garages mean booking weeks in advance, arranging alternative transport, and losing half your day. FA Mobile Mechanic Edinburgh brings a certified technician and professional equipment directly to you, so you can keep working, keep to your schedule, or simply relax at home while your car gets sorted — no courtesy car needed, no lift required.
Getting your car fixed has never been easier
Most customers go from first call to completed repair on the same day. Here's exactly what happens at each stage.
Call or book online
Tell us what's wrong (or what service you need) and where you're located.
Get a fast, honest quote
We give you clear, upfront pricing before any work begins — no surprises.
We come to you
Our mechanic arrives at your home, office, or roadside location with the tools and kit needed for the job.
Drive away happy
Your car is fixed on the spot in most cases, with a full written summary of the work carried out.
Our kit
Everything a garage bay has, minus the garage
- 01Dealer-level multi-brand diagnostic scanners
- 02Mobile tyre fitting and wheel balancing
- 03Battery testing, coding and BMS registration
- 04Air con recovery for R134a and R1234yf
- 05Common brake, filter and service parts on board
90%
Fixed on site
1,800+
Cars fixed
4.9★
Rating
24/7
Open
No towing · No waiting room · No hidden extras
Garage-grade tools, brought straight to you
Our mechanics carry the same professional diagnostic scanners and tools you'd expect from a traditional garage, allowing us to carry out the vast majority of repairs on-site, first time, without needing to send your car anywhere else. If a specialist part needs ordering, we'll tell you upfront and come straight back once it arrives.
- Dealer-level multi-brand diagnostic scanners
- Mobile tyre fitting and balancing equipment
- Battery testing, coding and BMS registration
- Air conditioning recovery for R134a and R1234yf
- Common brake, filter and service parts on board
Proudly serving Edinburgh & the Lothians
Based at 11 Forrest Rd in the heart of Edinburgh, we cover the full city and surrounding areas — including Leith, Morningside, Corstorphine, Portobello, Musselburgh, Newington, Stockbridge and beyond. Wherever you're parked, we can likely reach you.
What Edinburgh drivers are saying
A 4.9 average from hundreds of repairs across the city, from quick roadside fixes to full brake jobs on the driveway.
“Battery died at 6am before a hospital shift. They were with me in 35 minutes and I still made it on time.”
Rachel M.
Morningside
“Quoted half what the main dealer wanted for front discs and pads, and did it on my own driveway in under two hours.”
Daniel K.
Leith
“Found the real cause of my engine light after two other garages just cleared the code. Honest and thorough.”
Priya S.
Corstorphine
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Common questions about our mobile service
Still unsure? Call us and speak to the mechanic who would actually do the job — not a call centre.
Do you really come to my location?+
Yes — home, office, roadside, car park, wherever your vehicle is.
Is mobile repair more expensive than a garage?+
No — in most cases it's more cost-effective since we have lower overheads and no towing fees.
What payment methods do you accept?+
Card, bank transfer, and cash are all accepted. Fleet customers can be invoiced monthly.
Do you offer a guarantee?+
Every repair carries a 12 month parts and labour guarantee, supplied in writing with your invoice.
Are you really open 24 hours?+
Yes. We run a genuine round-the-clock callout service across Edinburgh, 365 days a year including public holidays.
Ready to get your car sorted?
Whether it's a routine service or an unexpected breakdown, FA Mobile Mechanic Edinburgh is one call away, 24 hours a day.