Volkswagen Golf – does it have any known faults?

I’m in the process of buying a 2005 Volkswagen Golf with 115,000 miles on the clock. Can you tell me if this model has any known faults or issues?

What do you think of the 2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.4T?

My wife is thinking of buying a 12-month-old Vauxhall Astra with either a 1.6 or 1.4T (turbo) petrol engine. Do you have any thoughts on these engines as regards to general reliability, specific problems,...

Should I replace my MkVI Volkswagen Golf with the new MkVII?

I have a 2009 Volkswagen Golf Mk VI 1.6 TDI with 40,000 miles on the clock. It has run perfectly for four years, but I am concerned about future reliability. Also, I am semi retired now and shall only...

What should I look for in a cheap Mazda MX-5?

I wish to buy a Mazda MX-5, spending £1000-£1500. Obviously, for that amount, the car's going to be relatively old with a high mileage, etc. I should be pleased if you would let me know what "important"...

Is it common for Skoda Citigos to suffer warped brake discs?

My daughter’s 2012 Skoda Citigo recently developed steering wheel judder when braking. She took it to a Skoda dealer who charged her £189 to replace pads and brake discs. The mechanic said that the discs...

Why does my Peugeot 407 need a new clutch at just 29,700 miles?

I purchased a new Peugeot 407 SW diesel in 2009. I put it in for its annual service at 29,700 miles in a main Peugeot dealer, and was told I needed a new clutch urgently at a cost of £900 including labour....

If I keep my BMW X5 are there any potential problems I should look out for?

My car is a 2004/54 BMW X5 diesel Sport auto, facelift. I bought it seven years ago at eighteen months old. Apart from a new starter motor the car as been faultless. I’ve considered a new X3, but as my...

Is the new Volkswagen Golf DSG gearbox reliable?

I have a 2006 Volkswagen Golf with an auto gearbox. I was planning on updating this to a new Golf with the DSG gearbox. However, I have heard that there have been a number of problems with these gearboxes....

Are there any known faults with the Skoda 1.4 TSI engine?

Might I ask you for your advice on the 1.4 TSI engine? Does it have any inherent faults? I am considering buying a new Octavia Estate, and having run BMWs in the past I have no knowledge of this engine,...

Why are so many cars suffering coil spring failures?

My daughter's 2006 Citroen C2 has just had a second suspension coil spring fitted. I was interested when the repair garage said this was number 20 this week, not dependent on the make of the car. Tended...