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In March this year I privately bought a 2010 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI. It was sold with a full service history, with 24K on the clock. It ran really well with no issues whatsoever. After around six weeks...
My 2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SRI went into 'limp mode' yesterday, I've recently had to fork out for a brand new automatic gearbox that set me back a bit. I've had no warning codes on the dashboard but the...
My one year old Honda CR-V refused to start last week. After about five minutes of opening and closing the doors, it started and I regarded it as a one-off issue. However, a few days later, the problem...
I have a Nissan Primastar van and need to fit a new ABS pump and ECU. However, I can't seem to find to correct pump. Can I change the ECU only, as the problem was water damage?
Is it a good idea to pay to get the air con compressor and associated components removed to reduce weight and improve performance in a Skoda Citigo? Will it provide a noticeable weight difference and therefore...
My local Volkswagen dealer diagnosed and recommended replacing the air con condenser on my 62 plate Polo. Thinking that excessive, I accepted a quote from an air con specialist for £400 and having replaced...
I have Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate (2009 model) that has developed a door locking issue. Earlier this year the driver's door would occasionally not open unless I pressed the key fob repeatedly. Our local...
My Ford Mondeo stopped working recently. It was diagnosed as faulty fuel pump. However, despite the pump being changed, the car still won't run. When you turn it over it starts but then cuts out, there...
I'm interested in buying a Jaguar XF or an XJ6 2.7 diesel. I've seen plenty of 2008 to 2010 models that have done in excess of 100,000 with most saying 'engine fault'. Are these cars best avoided or are...
My Land Rover Freelander 2 TD4 suffers from an intermittent lack of power when pulling away from junctions. I've had a new clutch and flywheel fitted, along with EGRE valve and throtle flap motor. The...