Why is my Polo making a creaking noise?

My Volkswagen Polo has been making loud creaking noises from the suspension when braking or going over bumps or unsmooth acceleration. Is this a critical problem or one I can just out down to age/usual wear and tear?

Asked on 19 January 2014 by Arnold

Answered by Honest John

Presumably the rear. It can be a characteristic of Volkswagens as they get older. Get the twist beam bearings checked. See if the parking brake cable is rubbing against something.

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