Is there a specialist who can repair my Skoda Fabia's immobiliser?

I have an intermittent fault with the immobiliser on my 2002 Skoda Fabia. Several parts have been changed to the tune of £300, but the fault remains albeit still intermittent. The car is in excellent nick...

Does the Volkswagen Fox have the same engine as the Skoda Fabia?

My daughter is buying a Volkswagen Urban Fox 1.2 but unfortunately Haynes do not produce a workshop manual for the car. My other daughter has a 2006 1.2 Skoda Fabia for which I have a workshop manual....

Fab flaw?

I am currently driving a 2002 Skoda Fabia 1.4 and have decided to give the car to my daughter. Prior to handover I thought it would be prudent to have a full service so booked it in to my local Skoda dealer....

My Skoda Fabia's illuminating the ESP warning light. Is this common?

I have a 2006 Skoda Fabia 1.9TDI PD. After driving for about 10 minutes the ESP light comes on and stays on. Once you stop and turn the ignition off, the light goes off but comes back on after another...

Does my 2000 Skoda Fabia really need a new power steering pump due to containing the wrong fluid?

I've been told by a mechanic that I need a new electronic power steering pump in my Skoda Fabia (2000). The reason for this is that he thinks the wrong type of power steering fluid was put in before. Apparently...

Has my Skoda Fabia's ambient temperature sensor failed?

I have a Skoda Fabia 1.4 16V Estate (Y-reg). I recently had a gas recharge done on the air conditioning as it was not cold enough. It will now only seem to work when it is a cold day - if it's warm or...

How can I repair my Skoda Fabia's indicator ticking noise?

My Skoda Fabia's indicator ticking noise has stopped working but the actual indicators work. I'm told I may need a whole new instrument panel! Surely its just a simple switch or relay I need? Also, my...

Why is my Skoda Fabia's engine management warning light coming on?

I have had problems with my Skoda Fabia Comfort 1.2 64bhp which is a 2004 Reg. I have an electrical issue and a bodywork issue. It all started in late 2009 when I was driving home on a long journey (two...

What's the most reliable and cheapest car I could buy for £1500?

I have been spoilt and been able to own mostly new cars in my motoring life. However, due to present circumstances, I require to purchase the best possible car, ie the most reliable, cheapest to run and...

Moisture riser

Our friend is having problems with condensation within her 2004 Skoda Fabia Classic. When she parks and leaves the car, after a run, on her return she finds the windows have 'steamed' up. Have you heard...