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• any - bangernomics and new mot 15 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  With this new mot looming will bangernomics survive? I've managed to run old 'uns for years but with airbags and esp etc etc apparently to be targeted maybe my days are numbered!  which cars do you think best to avoid huge mot bills in the future. apparently car and component
• Mazda 3 1.6 TDCI - After engine change - immobiliser on. 8 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  I recently changed the engine in my 2005 Mazda 3 1.6 tdci. The old engine had run on its own oil and was shot. I bought a 2008 fiesta 1.6 engine, swapped my loom and ecu, clutch, starter and sensors over but left the fiesta injector pump on it as it has much lower mileage. After
• mercedes e 280 cdi estate - what m.p.g should i get 19 Dec 2011 (Forum)
  i have a jan 2007 mercedes e 280 cdi estate with 100000 mls full mercedes benz service history and it runs like new but i find it is only doing around 30-32 mpg although this is mostly short trips   last year i had the same car in salon version with 60000 mls and it was doing 36-39 mpg
• any - michelin tyres 7 Dec 2011 (Forum)
  that someone buying a run of the mill car can not be happy with the tyres that come with the car, in this case michelin. car literally driven off the transporter, all the coloured markings still on the outer tread blocks
• Vauxhall Astra 1.6club 8valve petrol - Oil dip level 24 Nov 2011 (Forum)
  oil (based on mileage driven). Don't want to overfill or run too low either. What is likely cause and solution? 
• Peugeot 306 XND - Where to start ? 18 Sep 2011 (Forum)
  all I have an old unloved and un used 306 xnd it hasn’t been started in  a couple of years but im debating on getting it running again so I was thinking ill do a basic service Oil / fuel / air filters New glow plugs Oil flush and change New tires
• Volkswagen Passat - Diesel black smoke 8 Sep 2011 (Forum)
  run low on oil, it has a full service history and the correct grade of oil is being used. There is also white smoke for a second or two upon start up Any ideas?
• Sweet spot VAG diesel engine? 2 Sep 2011 (Forum)
  of the town work. How about the 130 1.9tdi ? Is this classed as the sweet spot? No DPF so no issues around town but will do 55mpg on a run? Plenty of boot space in something like an Audi A4 for the kids stuff. 
• 2001 Citroen Xsara HDI 90 BOSCH - Engine/pump double relay wiring fault 1 Sep 2011 (Forum)
  Hi all Pin 15 + 8 on bouble (brown) relay run from + on batt. Wires BB1A BB1B  For some reason on my car they no longer feed +12v (engine cut out). Fitted brand new double relay. I tried tracing but I can't see where they go? I am hoping someone has access
• Vauxhall Corsa - Car rotten underneath 19 Aug 2011 (Forum)
  another MOT as it is completely rotten underneath. He's okay with this and isn't worried about only running the car for 11 months then ditching it, but I'm worried it is not safe to drive. Any advice please?
• any - best 2004-5 diesel 30 Jul 2011 (Forum)
  when something goes wrong and won't end up with me running to the garage any more than I can avoid. Any straightforward advice would be much appreciated.
• mazda323F GXi 1.5 y regn - buying second hand mazda 26 Jul 2011 (Forum)
  my son is considering buying a second hand mazda it has done 39000 miles - looks in good condition - when would the cam belt need to be replaced. It has electric windows - sun roof A/C etc.  But the battery was run down the guy in garage wasn't sure why - checked the battery
• Ford Focus 5 door 2006 - How to fit a roof box 25 Jul 2011 (Forum)
  Hi, I am trying to fit some roof bars but the plastic strip on the top looks pretty flimsy to attach the bars to. I bought a kit CRUZ CR1075 from the roofbox.co.uk. Is there a trick to get these  to fit, its seems like the plastic black stip running over the roof wouldnt hold
• Peugeot 607 - 2000 - 3L V6 Auto - Check ATF level 607 3L Auto? 25 Jul 2011 (Forum)
  Hi, I have had a major ATF leak in my 607, I am going to have a game of hunt the leak later, as it only leaks when it's running I am guessing it's in the pipework somewhere. I can not however find any info on how to check the fluid level or top it up. Does anyone have any clues
• Vauxhall Corsa - Cylinder Damaged - Buy New Engine? 20 Jun 2011 (Forum)
  more to repair. Is it worth progressing or should I just get a reconditioned engine replacement? The engine has only done 60k and was running well before the misfire started. Advice appreciated. Thanks
• Subaru Forester - elctric window not working 13 Jun 2011 (Forum)
  The driver window has been working off and on for the last few weeks but now it has completely stopped working. the motor runs but nothing happens. The window will drop slightly and has to be pulled back up by hand. I have taken the trim off to check it out but cannot see where the problem is. I
• Subaru Forester - Electric window not working 12 Jun 2011 (Forum)
  The driver window has been working off and on for the last few weeks but now it has completely stopped working. the motor runs but nothing happens. The window will drop slightly and has to be pulled back up by hand. I have taken the trim off to check it out but cannot see where the problem is. I
• Mazda 2 - Changing car early 19 May 2011 (Forum)
  I have spoken to a couple of dealers with regard to changing my current car for which the finance deal runs out in September. Both have suggested that there would be savings to be had if I
• Mini Cooper S convertible - Part exchange - trading down 28 Apr 2011 (Forum)
  Hello there everyone...  :) I'm going to be selling my Mini Cooper S convertible soon, to be replaced with a Fiat 500, mostly because the day-to-day running costs of the Mini are proving to be a lot. I'm not keen on selling my car privately, although I know I would probably
• Vauxhall Zafira sri diesel - smoke smoke everywhere 13 Mar 2011 (Forum)
  driving home tonight, rev counter suddenly went through the roof, pulled over and white smoke began to fill car and surrounding area. Turned car off but engine was still running ?!?!?! then stopped, fans went off after a minute or so but car will now not turn on. Any ideas as to what is wrong