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How can I repair my Vauxhall Corsa so it passes the MOT emissions test?
My 1999 Vauxhall Corsa just failed its MOT on emissions. I can't afford to let the garage put it right so I need to have a go myself, but I have no idea what is causing the problem. How do I find out?
Asked on 28 July 2010 by doghead
Answered by
Alan Ross
Considering that you do not have the correct figures for your car and also the equipment to measure the exhaust gases, I would suggest that you would have to take it to a garage for it to be set correctly
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