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• Peugeot 206 hatchback (1998 - 2006) - 03 1.4 clunks, hisses and big miles 8 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  returning. It's been examined several times by the garage, and they assure me it's not the suspension, however I just wondered if anyone has any suggestions Secondly there is a hiss coming from the passenger footwell, it occurs when the brakes are applied in particular when the car is being driven
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 1994 diesel. braking judders! 2 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  the brake disk gets worn in places and causes judders though the steering wheel ,its the front on a front drive 306 diesel 1994, its the drivers side and the patches only really ( mainly ) appear on the inside of the disk, the problem has become unsuppressable buy the replacement of the disk
• Suzuki Swfit at 5000 miles & 7 months 30 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  . Engine likes to be revved, VVT cuts in about 3500rpm. Gearbox is excellent in all respects. Brakes and steering also very good. The chassis is quite sporting and the car is fun to drive on our local country lanes and feels 'light and nimble' - good levels of grip (Conti tyres) and good handling. MPG
• Primera 1.6Si R reg (P11?) - service 22 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  I need to do a service on my car - Engine oil, brake clean, corrosion inhibition, engine valet. It has been and currently is off road on a SORN for over two years and trying to get it back into shape before putting it in for MOT. Firstly the engine oil - what is the best oil - long distance
• Citroen Xantia questions 13 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  had it (8 months now), however, it's always been a bit of a dog to start. I usually give it 3-4 heats to get it going nicely, if I give it one or two it'll turn for about 10 seconds before starting over. Is this likely to be glow plugs even though they were replaced? c) My rear brakes squeek
• MOT frequency 2 Apr 2023 (Forum)
  Proposals to make MOTs less frequent assume that drivers have some enough sense to have their vehicle checked if they hear strange noises or notice steering or braking seeming abnormal. In some states of the USA there no compulsory safety inspections are required:  look on YouTube
• Citreon - C1 10 Mar 2023 (Forum)
  I know this was my fault basically I want advice about what to do in the future. I was driving up to a junction, there was a car in front. It has been snowing. My car sped up, I push the brake pedal right down but the car didn’t slow down and I hit the car in front. I know this was my fault
• Audi Q3 Sportback (2019) - push button start problem 9 May 2022 (Forum)
  Push button start is very slow to kick in. Foot on brake pedal, it takes up to 2 mins pushing button before it works. Any thoughts, please? Spoiling any quick getaway, otherwise nice motor (only done 10k miles). Thanks
• N/A - Electric scooters 21 Feb 2021 (Forum)
  It is reported today that Electric scooters may be allowed on roads with perhaps a max speed of 16mph quoted.  Presumably these silent machines will also find their way onto pavements and cycle paths.   Do the things even have brakes let alone insurance?  This sounds like
• Tall order 13 Oct 2020 (Forum)
  Anyone recommend a weekend bike for a 58 yo  6'4" tall rider? I prefer an upright riding postion, simple mechanics, light weight, good handling, good brakes, nice engine note/feel and had a mis-spent youth on dirt bikes (not limited to these though). 30-60 bhp? Trying not to look
• Car bike carrier 6 Jul 2020 (Forum)
  Took the plunge bought a rear mounted 3 bike cycle rack. Don’t want to scratch the car! However with all 3 bikes loaded the lights and partially covered. Read some things about a board with number plate and brake/indicator lights? How the hell do you go about getting a connection from the car to that?
• Mazda CX-5 (2012) - I-Stop problem 3 Dec 2015 (Forum)
  During the I stop start cycle the engine stutters on start up. Intermittently the engine would restart with all conditions being maintained to remain in the stop part of the cycle(A/C off, brake pedal being depressed. vehicle at stand still, level surface)
• Warranty and - Servicing Costs 13 Mar 2014 (Forum)
  Helped mate buy nearly new aveo 1.2ls, now needs 2nd year servive but only 6000 miles. Evans Halshaw quoting £232 inc vat for this with the brake fluid change. Local (trusted indie) will do for about £100 inc.will use original parts! (oil and air filter) Even I
• FIAT Panda eleganza 2009 - windscreen wipers 6 Sep 2013 (Forum)
  My wipers have started to change speed when I brake. If they are on fast speed, theyg go to slow speed, if  on slow speed, they go to intermittant. As soon as I start off again, they go back to what I set them at initially. Can anybody help?? Many thanks!!
• 1.9 TDI - AUDI A4 18 Dec 2012 (Forum)
  I have owned 2 of these now and after all the problems i have had with this one i can safely say i won't be buying another one... Brakes Failed , bulbs blow every month and all manner of other problems, it's just a badge nothing more , the build quality has gone.
• Suzuki Alto - Buying a low milege car ? 3 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  What problems might I encounter from buying a 2005 Suzuki alto with 500 ( yes 500) miles on the clock. Garaged from new. Serviced every year. Brakes might have some surface rust, battery flat, other than that? Would £1000 be a good price
• BMW 320d Sport 90k Miles - Travelling across the Alps 10 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  My car is in VGC but would appreciate your advice on those mechanical areas of the car which might need checking prior to what mabe an arduous journey. Naturally brakes are my top concern. Again your advice will be appreciated. regards Tsk
• Kia Borrego - Kia Borrego Recall 11 Jun 2012 (Forum)
  Kia has announced a recall for the Borrego, a full-sized SUV that was made by the company for only a single year. The 2009 Borrego, according to AutoGuide, is subject of a recall due to an issue with non-adjustable brake pedals, which some models are equipped
• HJ MOT survey Radio 4 11 May 2012 (Forum)
  The survey had a slot on the Today programme on Radio 4 this morning.  It took a cautious approach to the findings and  suggested that the cars that came off worse were the fault of the owners and that items which fail such as lights wipers and worn brakes happen to any car
• 2001 1.9tdi - V.W. Sharen 12 May 2011 (Forum)
  Hi, just occassionly  my car seems to lose braking power when trying to stop but the next time of trying it's perfectly all right. Only seem's to happen once in a while. But put's the jitters up you when it happens. Wondered if anyone had any ideas. Thank's for any feedback