Every warranty has a list of exclusions, the length of this list usually being inversely proportional to the cost of the policy. I believe Warranty Direct have quite a range of levels of cover, so you need to check what policy you have. I have seen blanket exclusions on "sensors" on some cheaper warranties before, so it may be you have this too. A check of the documentation will tell you for sure. But no warranty covers everything under the bonnet. Even the most expensive will have some exclusions.

Just another suggestion: if you bought the car from a garage / trader within the last few months, you might try speaking with them directly to see if they can help with the cost of this repair. Trade sales give you some legal comeback should your new purchase develop a fault shortly after you take delivery. The length of time this applies for depends on purchase price and other conditions, but if it's within the last few months, and you didn't buy the car for significantly less than its normal market value, it's worth a try.

Edited by DP on 07/04/2010 at 17:41

After searching the internet for a solution to the EPC light, I changed the brake switch, the battery ,oil, air filter. Could'nt get the oil filter off or the plugs out!!

Then tried the plug under the accellerator peddle.

Still going into limp mode at idle waiting at traffic lights...EPC light on, clears on restart.

Looked at the vacuum tube running to the power assisted brakes. The tube fell off in my hands!!! Cracks in the four joints that run through the non return valve. This tube is a thermoplasic component and is totally unsuitable in this position, as it is exposted to a lot of heat.

Replaced the vacuum tube with a suitable Volvo vacuum tube I had spare from my Volvo 245 (524800 miles and still going).

The Polo now runs perfectly. SWMBO says I have earned many browny points.

BrianH