Hyundai i30 - are there any known problems?

Are there any known problems with a CRDI system as on the Hyundai i30? The fuel pressure is quoted as up to 30,000RPM and this seems incredibly high for a fuel system in a car.

Vauxhall Corsa warning light - what should I do?

My Vauxhall Corsa's power steering light comes on when putting the key in the ignition, but as soon as cranked over it goes off. The car runs fine and only recently started to show this (steering wheel...

Fiat500 condensation and wet footwell

We have a 2009 Fiat 500 and over the last two months we've had problems with condensation forming on the inside. We've pulled back the drivers carpet and cladding was soaking wet but there's no evidence...

Unexplained engine noise on Nissan Juke - what's the cause?

My Nissan Juke has started making a had a noise from the engine on start-up. It sounds like a slipping belt or could it be the turbo? I always let the turbo cool before switching off.

Buying a 10 year old BMW 330d - what should I look out for?

I am looking to buy a 10 year old BMW 330d. My price range is about £4000, but I would welcome your opinion, as you often advise the pitfalls of purchasing a car past it's seven year intended life expectancy. In...

Could I have used contaminated fuel?

The day after filling up the tank and for the last two days have noticed a considerable drop in performance in my Volvo V70, with sluggish performance and a lagging speedometer and rev counter. It remains...

Can I use MOT results to claim for pothole damage?

Recently had an MOT and one of the results is "Damage to inner beads possibly caused by potholes". Would there be a chance of claiming for this through the council?

The clutch is slipping on my Mitsubishi ASX

We have a 2010 Mitsubishi ASX Diesel (1.8 MiVec engine, rather than the newer non-VVT engine) and at 34,000 miles the clutch started slipping intermittently, especially when the turbo kicks in. It's covered...

Emission control treatment - is it worth paying for?

My new Renault Scenic 1.6 dCi is going in for its first service and the garage has offered an Emission Control treatment for £24.95. Apparently this cleans the oil, improves emissions and increases mpg....

Volvo V50 - "Anti skid service" fault code

I've had the "anti skid service required" message appear on my 2004 Volvo V50 and its delivering a fault code of "BCM 0130 pressure sensor signal missing". I've heard that this may mean a new/reconditioned...