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Car acting up? Problem with your tyres? If you need to bring your car into your local Kwik Fit for some essential maintenance or an emergency fix, do you need to book an appointment?
To answer simply: not always, no.
You can technically visit any of Kwik Fit’s centres without booking an appointment first, though waiting times may differ between centres. Many of our services — such as our free tyre check and vehicle safety check — are available on a drive-in basis. However, for more intensive services like MOTs and servicing, and to guarantee getting your car seen in good time, booking an appointment in advance is always a good idea.
When it comes to vehicle maintenance, convenience is key — and that's exactly what Kwik Fit offers.
Do you need an appointment at Kwik Fit?
All of our Kwik Fit centres across the UK accept walk-in customers for a core range of quick-fix services. However, availability and waiting times depend on the location and the service type. Some services can be completed on the spot, while others may require a short wait.
For longer, more extensive appointments like major repairs and full servicing, we recommend that an appointment be booked in advance to guarantee that your vehicle gets seen, even in busy periods. In all cases, our expert technicians always aim to provide a fast, efficient service for our customers.
For a detailed breakdown of which of our services are likely to require an appointment, please refer to the tables below.
Services available without an appointment*
The services below may be available without an appointment as they involve minor diagnostic and maintenance work and take less time than other services.
*Note: Booking an appointment is always advised. It is not guaranteed that your car will be seen at your chosen time without an appointment.
Tyre checks, fittings & repairs
Free vehicle safety check
Free battery health check
Drive-ins are available for tyre checks, puncture repairs, and tyre replacements.
A free safety check may be available without prior booking.
A diagnosis of your battery condition is often available without an appointment.
Longer, more intensive services that require us to carry out extensive checks and repairs of your vehicle will always require an appointment — especially routine procedures like MOTs and annual servicing.
MOTs
Full & interim servicing
Brake fluid change
Booking ahead is required due to high demand.
Guarantee a slot for routine procedures by pre-booking.
Book an appointment for a brake fluid flush and replacement.
How to check service availability & book at Kwik Fit
Need to bring your car in but not sure whether your local Kwik Fit has availability? Check how busy our centres are ahead of time by giving us a call. Then, book online to ensure priority service when you arrive.
Whatever service you need — from a brake fluid change to a full-blown service and MOT — our team of experts always deliver quality service and aim to get you safely back on the road as quickly as possible.
Driving in heavy rain can be tricky and bring extra risks. Check out our guide for top tips to stay safe and avoid breakdowns if travelling in wet conditions.
Is the UK on the verge of ‘the coldest winter for 50 years?’ Even if El Niño doesn't hit the UK this winter, reduce the risk of a winter breakdown by making sure your car battery is winter-ready.
Your tyre size can be found on the sidewall of your current tyre and is a sequence of numbers and letters. The most common tyre size in the UK is 205/55R16 but there are many variations so it’s important to check your existing tyre first before searching for tyres.
Tip: Take a photo of your existing tyre sidewall to make it easier to identify your tyre size using the guide below.
The first three digits. This displays the width of the tyre in millimetres. A tyre marked 225 will measure 225mm across the tread from sidewall to sidewall.
Aspect Ratio
The fourth and fifth digits of the tyre code that immediately follow the tyre width. The aspect ratio or profile height of the tyre sidewall is expressed as a percentage of the tyre width. So an aspect ratio of 55 for example means that the profile height of the tyre is 55% of its width.
Rim Diameter
The next two digits represent the size of the wheel rim that the tyre can be fitted to. It is also the diameter of the tyre from bead to bead. So a tyre marked 16 will fit on a 16-inch wheel rim.
Speed Rating
The speed rating of a tyre is represented by a letter of the alphabet at the end of the tyre size code and indicates the maximum speed capability of the tyre. Tyres receive a speed rating based on a series of tests which measure the tyres capability to handle a set speed for a prolonged period of time.
Select your tyre speed rating to find out the maximum speed your tyres can maintain.
If you are unsure what speed rating you need, be sure to check your vehicle handbook. Choosing a lower speed rating than that recommended by your vehicle manufacturer could potentially invalidate your insurance.
Load Rating
The load index provides information on the maximum weight capability for the tyre. The load index is a numerical code that can be located just after the tyre size marking and before the speed rating.
Select your load index to find out the maximum load capability for your tyres.
Although not illegal, it is not advisable to have tyres with a lower speed rating or load index than the manufacturer recommended tyre specification for your vehicle, or to have a combination of different tyre construction types. Consult your vehicle handbook to confirm your vehicle’s tyre speed rating and load index as well as any additional requirements.
0800 75 76 77 You can reach our customer care team 6 days a week from 9:00am to 6:00pm on Monday and Thursday, 8:30am to 6:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm Saturday, and 10:00am to 4:00pm on Bank Holidays.
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We endeavour to ensure we are displaying the correct tyres for your vehicle. However, we recommend all customers check the tyre size printed on the side wall of their tyres before proceeding with a tyre purchase as occasionally discrepancies do occur. By selecting the tyre sizes above and clicking 'Continue', you are indicating that you have checked your tyre sizes.
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Please note: There is a slope that the vehicle must be driven up to reach the vehicle ramp at this centre. This may prevent us from being able to work on some high-performance vehicles, Tesla vehicles or vehicles that have been lowered. If your vehicle has low ground clearance, please contact the centre team on 01342 314 111 before booking.
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Centres do not open until 10:00 on bank holidays. If choosing an earlier appointment time on a bank holiday, please bring your vehicle to centre at 10:00 rather than the time shown.
