P-trap toilet replacement - distance from wall?

Hi All,

I know I'll need to get a plumber in to give me the final answer on this one, but thought I'd ask the question here first...

We will be replacing our current p-trap toilet (probably around 20 years old) in our ensuite renovation. Behind the toilet (and matching bidet - which we will be removing) there is a small hob built on the wall (about 12cm in depth). We believe the hob contains the pipes for the toilet, bidet and hand basin and are hoping that we will be able to do away with it in the renovation so as to have one smooth wall. Have attached a picture in which you can see the hob (currently being used as a shelf!).

My question relates to whether there are likely to be issues in replacing the toilet without the hob - it would mean moving the toilet 120mm or so further back against the wall - not knowing anything about toilets and sewerage issues I'm just wondering whether this would be possible. The wall is plaster board / brick veneer.

Planning to start removing tiles this weekend to better see what we're dealing with.

Anyway, any thoughts welcomed.

Cheers,
K

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