My oil smells of petrol

I have just noticed that I can smell petrol from the oil filler cap and dip stick. The car is running perfectly and mpg and temps seem fine. Am I worrying about noting or does the car just need an oil change, as it has done 6000 miles since last change.

Asked on 21 November 2012 by bb07886

Answered by Honest John

Give it an oil and filter change.

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