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Can you recommend a garage to fix my Nissan Qashqai?

My 2015 Nissan Qashqai has a problem. The valve on the cylinder head is causing problems. Cylinder 3 has no compression. I’m looking for an inexpensive mechanic who can give me a price to repair the car....

When does my car need a full service?

How often should you get a full service? My Skoda Citigo is five years old. It had the cam belt replaced and tyres, interim service last year and I do very low mileage (26,500 miles).

I'm keeping my BMW X5 10 years, should I use a dealer for servicing?

We have just taken delivery of our new BMW X5 (GO5 model) 3.0-litre petrol MHT M Sport and intend keeping it for 10 years. Would it be best to have servicing etc done by BMW or a specialist who can enter...

What would be the ballpark figure of running a 15 year old Bentley?

What would be the ballpark figure of running a Bentley that has full service history, low mileage and is 15 years old? Considering it would be weekend use only and lived in a heated workshop I am just...

What engine oil should I use in my Audi?

What engine oil should I use in my 2012 Audi Q5 3.0 TDI?

Should I pay to have the brake pads and discs cleaned on my car?

I bought a Honda Jazz in November 2019 but it was first registered in Mar 2019. The main dealer has asked if I want the brake pads removed and the discs cleaned of dust and stones at an extra £69. Is this...

Should I have an engine flush at every service?

I have just had a reminder for my Corsa 1.4T third year service and MoT from the dealership. It came with recommended TLC like bacterial cleanse at £24.95, brake fluid change at £49.95 and engine flush...

Will my car fail the MoT if a brake warning message is on the dash?

I have a Mercedes E 220 CDI 2006 model. I have recently replaced the front and rear brake pads and fitted new brake warning sensors but a brake warning message is still highlighted on the dashboard. Is...