Brake pads need replacing after 6849 miles

Four months ago I was told by my local MINI dealer than my car my 2007 Cooper needed new rear brake pads, discs and sensors at 34,000 miles. Yesterday the warning light came on, regarding the brakes and...

Incorrect engine problem diagnosis - what are my rights?

When the engine management light came on my Honda Jazz (2001 model) the car started to cut out my local garage could not diagnose the problem, but gave me the details of the fault code and recommended...

Service light stuck on - how can I fix it?

My 2010 Vauxhall Astra has a service light issue which only comes on intermittently. The light stays on for an average of 1 minute. The problem is more frequent in the winter and wet weather. I have...

What's the difference between the Citroen C-Crosser and the Mitsubishi Outlander?

Is the Citroen C-Crosser mechanically the same as the Mitsubishi Outlander? If so, can I get my Citroen serviced at a Mitsubishi dealership?

Why is my Fiat Panda losing coolant?

I noticed around 4 weeks ago that the coolant level on my Fiat Panda was just below minimum when cold. Therefore, I topped up the coolant with water and left it. The car ran fine and the coolant level...

Where's the best place to get an auto box service?

Where is the best place to get the automatic fluid changed for a BMW 330d E90 auto?

Engine destroyed due to spark plug failure

A few weeks ago the spark plug failed on my 2010 Ford Fiesta, damaging the engine in the process. As a result I've been told it will cost £3300 to repair the vehicle. It would appear that the third and...

Am I being shortchanged by my extended warranty?

I have a used car warranty on a 2006 Ford Fiesta.The service is due as a term of the warranty. The garage I bought it from have said they will book me in for a manufacturer's service. Yet the garage has...

How often should you change the oil in a hybrid?

We have a Hyundai i10 and do mainly short journeys adopting your recommendations regarding six monthly oil changes and higher grade fuel. Should we follow the same regime with our newly acquired 2014 Lexus...

Toyota Avensis Tourer maintenance advice needed

I own a Toyota Avensis Tourer (2009) diesel with 80,000 miles on clock. Can you please advise me whether I should have the timing chain changed along with the oil, water pump and tensioners? The economy...