How Much Does It Cost for a Mobile Alloy Wheel Repair?
FixMyCar reveals how much it costs on average for a mobile alloy wheel repair.
Book a car repair nowEllie Dyer-Brown
Friday August 01 2025
3 min read
Damaged alloy wheels detract from your car's appearance and can reduce its value, which is bad news if you're thinking about selling it. Fortunately, alloys can be refurbished to give them a new lease of life. This guide discusses how much it costs to get them looking as good as new.
In a nutshell: The average price of a mobile alloy wheel repair on FixMyCar is £215.31. For a non-mobile alloy refurbishment of all four wheels, the average is £324.21. For one wheel, it's £98.10.
What are alloy wheels?
Alloy wheels are rims made from a mixture of metals, most commonly aluminium in modern cars. They hold the tyres to the rest of the vehicle and are linked to the axle and braking system.
Alloys are a popular choice because they are lightweight and can therefore deliver better fuel efficiency and performance than steel wheels. They also provide better heat conduction and enhanced braking capabilities. However, many drivers prefer them because of how they look.
Common alloy wheel damage
Damage to alloys usually happens due to clipping a kerb, loose debris or stones on the road, hitting a pothole, or a collision with another vehicle.
Alloy wheels can also become damaged if you use the wrong cleaning products, though this is less common. They are usually covered in a protective sealant to keep the tyre safe. If this layer is worn away by repeated use of the wrong cleaning products, your alloys will become dull and easily damaged.
Common types of damage include:
Scratches
Scuffs
Dents
Chips
How much does it cost for a mobile alloy wheel repair?
A mobile alloy wheel repair usually costs between £50 and £400. It depends on your make and model of car, the labour rate, the extent of the damage and how many wheels need repairing. The average price on FixMyCar is £288.89.
The overall quote may not include the price to have your wheels refitted - you should check with the mechanic before you finalise your booking.
Price by make
| Car Make | Average Price |
|---|---|
| Audi | £253 |
| BMW | £294.03 |
| Ford | £227 |
| Mercedes | £345.06 |
| Vauxhall | £305 |
| Volkswagen | £207.50 |
| Volvo | £275 |
How much does it cost for an alloy wheel refurbishment?
The price of an alloy wheel refurbishment depends on how many wheels need attention.
One wheel - £139.73
Two wheels - £230.49
Three wheels - £244
Four wheels - £477.32
Price by make
The table below shows how prices vary for a four wheel refurbishment depending on the car manufacturer.
| Make | Average price |
|---|---|
| Audi | £340.73 |
| BMW | £872.23 |
| Ford | £260 |
| Mercedes | £434.50 |
| Nissan | £331.50 |
| Renault | £650 |
| Vauxhall | £363.33 |
| Volkswagen | £422.67 |
What is an alloy wheel repair?
Alloy wheel refurbishment involves removing your wheel and repairing any cracks and scuffs to restore it to as close to its original condition as possible.
Although the damage may not be as extreme as a crack, scrapes can lead to corrosion, deteriorating the condition of the alloy.
This guide explains the process of refurbishing alloy wheels in more detail.
Book an alloy wheel repair
FixMyCar can help you find a reliable local mechanic for an alloy wheel repair.
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Ellie is FixMyCar's Content Manager. She has over three years of experience writing about cars and regularly collaborates with automotive experts to provide trustworthy advice for drivers that is easy understand. Her work has been featured in Yahoo! Finance, iNews, The Daily Express and The Sun. She has a BA in English literature and an MA in creative writing from Durham University. Outside of work, Ellie follows F1 and eagerly awaits Ferrari's next era of dominance in the sport. She drives a Suzuki Swift.