Buying SEAT Leon FR 1.8 - problems with timing chains?

I am interested in a one year old Seat Leon 1.8 FR petrol. Have the widely reported oil consumption and timing chain problems with VWG TSI engines, been banished from this version of the engine? Would...

SEAT Ibiza DSG problems

I bought my SEAT ibiza in 2010. The mechatronic is defective and needs replacement. The problem is it will cost me around 2500$ at the dealer and I can't find it used. My question is does the mechatronic...

Seat Ibiza 1.2 TDI- chain or cam belt?

I have spent a long time now trying to find out a definite answer to the question as to whether or not the 1.2 Ecomotive diesel engine has a cam belt or a chain and it a belt what the change interval is?

In view of the Volkswagen scandal could I claim for the DPF?

Last year I had to have the DPF replaced at a cost of around £900. In light of the Volkswagen scandal, is it likely I will be able to claim this back? After receiving a letter confirming my vehicle is...

Seat Leon SE 1.6 TDI - is it EA189 or EA288

I have a SEAT Leon SE 1.6 TDI. The Engine code on the V5C is given as CLH but it is not totally clear whether I have a EA189 or EA288 engine - can you advise?

SEAT Exeo buying advice?

I'm thinking of buying SEAT Exeo ST 2.0 TSI 2010 67K miles. I a see practical sporty estate that should have several more years reliable service - assuming its been well looked after (full service history...

New engine needed in my Leon

My 2011 Leon 1.2 TSI Ecomotive needs a new engine. The chain was loose and has apparently done the damage. SEAT has offered 60 per cent of full cost to fix which still leaves me to pay £900. I really believe...

Emergency braking triggered with gently braking

I've just been driving my car and gently pressed the brake to slow from 40mph to 30mph, when I came to a full stop on the road. What could have caused the emergency braking system to trigger with gentle...

Lack of acceleration

My wife has just bought a 2014 Leon ST FR 180PS with the DSG gearbox. She is very pleased with it apart from lack of initial acceleration from standstill. The dealer says this is due to turbo lag. If this...

Bought a clocked car

We bought a 2013 SEAT Leon last week with 18000 on the clock for £9500. We have just found out the car has been clocked. Are we within our rights to return the car but keep possession of the keys until...