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I have a 1996 Ford Fiesta 1.3.
The problem that I am having with my car is that it doesn't seem to be ticking over and just keeps cutting out.
From when I start the engine, if i am not applying pressure...
I previously contacted you as I thought I may have a Cat D cut and shut vehicle.
I have now confirmed that the car is cut and shut and was hoping for some clarification on where I stand legally.
VOSA...
I've got a 2004 Megane 2 dCi80 and I've noticed the coolant level is below minimum - it's service is due towards the end of the year but I know I should top the coolant up.
What do you reckon I should...
My car loses power after five minutes of driving.
There is a beep and then an Antipollution Fault appears.
Why does my car lose power after the Antipollution Fault is displayed?
I live in Germany and intend to import an Audi A2 for use in the North West of the UK as it has an aluminium body, so it should prevent salt spray corrosion.
What changes are required other than head...
Friends are shortly to spend 3 years living and working abroad with only infrequent and brief trips home. I shall be looking after one of their two cars (the other a classic, in secure storage).
I said...
My 2009 320SE Coupe, which is on run flats, is causing a problem.
The warning light comes on every few weeks to indicate a loss of pressure. Each time I check the condition of the tyres and pressures...
I run a Ford Mondeo 1.8 estate (Dec 2005). It has done 55,000 miles. I cover around 5,000 miles per year - much local but with 300 mile motorway journeys three or four times a year. I really like the car...
Last year when going on holiday to France I trailered a second car to leave there for a restoration. The second car would ether of been taxed or had a SORN declaration. If taxed this would have expired...
As a private seller I sold our 13 year old Land Rover to a dealer after a telephone call giving a description of the vehicle condition. A price was agreed.
A driver came to pick it up in exchange for...
I own a Scirocco, from the dealer. After three months and 3,500 km they told me that the car needed a replacement motor. After six months the problems began - misfire, turbo problems, oxygen sensor fault,...
I have happily owned a C3 1.4 Diesel for several years and am thinking of buying a new 1.5 Nissan Juke.
I do 6,000 miles per annum made up of weekly short journeys plus one 25 mile motorway jorney and...
I recently purchased a Citroen C3 Picasso Connexion which comes supplied with "Blade" alloy wheels and was of the understanding that the vehicle would be fitted with the appropriate Locking wheel bolts...
Hi my son wants to buy a 2001 Mazda 323F 1.5 and the garage is asking £1,500. Is this a good buy? Will it be expensive to repair - are the parts eay to get hold of?
I have a Nissan Almera 2003, recently there has been a bit of judder on the brakes, this has now been replaced by a strange 'beep' as I take my foot off the brake pedal but only when the car is in gear,...
My wife needs a replacement for her ageing Fiesta. Apart from the Jazz i-shift, which other small to medium 5-door hatchbacks have a gearbox which can function manually and automatically? Age from 2006...
At times it feels as though the car is running in "tramlines". Tyres fitted are Bridgestone Potenza 225/45 R17. They now need replacing. Have you any recommendations please to overcome my problem? Tracking...
I know how to change the pads on a Fiesta 2007 model, just wondering if its still safe to push the pistons back using a g-clamp, as some people have described.
I used to do it on the old models, is it...
I have a Peugeot 406 diesel 1999. It cut out on the motorway, after having about a week of starting problems.
Diesel is getting to the injectors, and we have replaced the low pressure fuel punp. However,...
I am interested in a 5008 but wonder if a 2-litre engine would be better than a 1.6, I have difficulty in believing that a 1.6 would be powerful enough with 7 passengers on board.
Our Honda Civic R-reg petrol automatic has died.
It's been reliable and suitable for purpose and done over 200,000 miles.
Please recommend an equivalent second hand replacement that can be bought for...
Our daughter is looking to replace her 03 Renault Megane Scenic 1.4 16v (in good condition, with full service history) for a second-hand (preferably 06 upwards), smaller, more efficient 5dr Hatchback petrol...
I am looking to upgrade from my 2003 VW Polo to something a little bit bigger. I commute 50 miles a day (round trip) but undertake short journeys during the day. Would I be better buying a Petrol or a...
I need to replace my front tyres which are currently original fit Bridgestone Potenza RE050 225/45 R17 91W.
Are these the best for maintaing mpg, quietness, wear and the usual essentials of stopping in...
I have a 2008 Mondeo that has done 45,000 miles.
Recently I have noticed a wobble/virbation in the car when idling only. It seems to smooth out at speed. I have taken it to the dealer once to get it...
My son is 23 years old and has 4 years no claim bonus wants to buy a second hand car up to max £2000 with hatch back as needs a roomy boot which are the best for insurance purposes?
I have just purchased a brand new Toyota Aygo Go MMT which I collected on 7 July 2011. On Friday I took it for its first real run - West Wales - West Sussex.
Upon unloading the boot I noticed dampness...
I bought the car a 2010 1.4 Vauxhall Meriva Exlusiv petrol model a week ago with 11,300 indicated miles. Car supermarket serviced car and I have certificate. After approximately 200 miles of driving a...
With all the technical wizardry in modern cars, why do speedometers routinely over read? I've used GPS/Satnav units in many different cars and the cars speedo is always over reading. Spookily this over...
We have recently started a family and would like to buy a car where we have the ability to turn off the passenger air bag, but this seems to be a hit and miss. SEAT seem to be the only manufacturer who...
A timing chain fitted by Ford and still under warranty has failed, blowing the head. Ford say they are liable only to repair the timing chain. I think they are liable to repair the rest of the damage as...
It is difficult to move my car from rest smoothly in first gear.
The car begins to move, hesitates, then picks up speed normally.
Main dealer acknowledges 'slight hesitation when emerging from side roads'...
Our Renault Clio has died. It made a whining noise before cutting out completely.
Does it have a cambelt? How do we check if it is broken?
Will the pistons hit the valves if the belt is broken and we...
I am looking to replace my 2001 Ford KA, which is now for sale online.
In the past I have tended to buy second hand cars that are a couple of years old, and sell when they start to get tired but still...
Please could you advise me of any cars out there that have a higher than average ride height, are economical, and have a decent track record. I have about £7500. A recommendation would also be helpful.
I bought a '97 100k mile Merc S500 retail from a 2nd hand dealer for £2,750 5 weeks ago.
The car has an LPG system I was told was working, it isn't. We've agreed £850 cheque to me and I'll sort it out...
The clutch was recently changed on the car at about 70,000 miles. The new clutch bites very sharply and right on the floor of the pedal travel. I have run the car for few weeks and the garage has bled...
My policy recently came up for renewal and I noticed it wasn't fully up to date with the penalty points I have on my licence.
On informing the insurance broker, they 'calculated' a sum that they said...
Why would the rockers come loose on my Jeep Cherokee engine?
The garage is saying it has been over revved but as it is a an automatic I am finding it hard to believe them!
Has BMW addressed the widespread previous issues with the current (latest) Mini models:
1 - Very thin windscreen Glass that cracks easily prompting replacement screen.
2- Timing chain rattles.
Considering...
On 13/07/2011 I parked in an almost empty retail park carpark at 19:12 hours while attending a nearby theatre, returning at 23:02 hours.
Unknown to me parking restictions had been recently introduced...
You recently test drove the Nissan Micra DIG-S. You were quite positive about the new supercharged engine and it's claimed 69mpg combined fuel consumption. Looking back to the large difference between...
My X reg Mondeo failed the emissions test of its MOT and had a diagnosis done, which came back as a faulty cat and failed lambda sensor, which were replaced.
When I bring the revs up to 3100 for the test...
Last week you wrote about DPF clogging to contaminate lubricating oil. My computer says I have a reduced oil level but the dip stick confirms correct amount. I get black smoke on accelerating.
I've seen your reviews of the diesel engines in Saab 9-3s, which you refer to as "one of the worst diesel engine installations of recent years", but should I be similarly wary of the petrol engined versions?...
I recently drove several miles of busy M25 behind, beside and ahead of a Porsche SUV which had those new LED 'eyebrows.'
When he was behind me he changed lanes several times without signalling: it happens...
Please tell me, do Vauxhall parts work properly on Opel Corsa cars made in Germany? Because my gearbox computer is broken. Can you tell me if can I get one from UK, because it is cheaper?
Can you tell me where I can source spares for a '97 model 306 5-door hatch. I live outside the UK and need the spares DHL'd to me. I need
a) steering rack bumper bushes
b) ignition leads
c) power pack....
I attended court as a witness on the 30th March. I parked in a bay that allowed two hours free parking.
Due to the timing of the case I was unable to leave within this time for fear of being in contempt...
Is there any way I can find out how many years no claims bonus I have for my car insurance? I have had several different insurance companies but I have lost all of my paperwork.
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