Mobi V17 Pressure Washer

Mobi V17 Pressure Washer

The latest version of Mobi’s pressure washer is £50 more expensive but it's better than ever thanks to a bigger, removable water tank and a built-in battery.

It can be filled easily and is invaluable for shifting mud from your bike, your body or whatever else needs a good clean.

Mobi have upped the storage tank on the V-17 from 15 litres to 17 – easily enough to clean five filthy bikes – and it now detaches so it can be filled from a kitchen tap.

Unlike the first version, which had to be powered from the mains or a car cigarette lighter socket, the V-17 is now fully portable. You simply recharge it via the mains or your car. A single charge gives you a full hour of spraying – although you'll have to refill the tank several times.

The nozzle is adjustable so you can blast or spray at will, and it pumps out 130psi at full tilt. There’s plenty of hose so you can wander away from the main unit.

A carry-strap is included to lug the washer to/from the car, which is a definite help when it’s fully loaded. A side pocket, velcro fastener and integrated cable holder are all small but useful touches.

We did have reservations about the plastic hose connectors at first, but they haven’t caused any problems. Operation is virtually silent, and the V-17 makes bike cleaning a swizz.