How can I trace my Ford Mondeo's service history?

I have bought an 08/58 Ford Mondeo but the service book is missing. I've been unable to trace the service history to confirm anything. It was sold via Ford Direct in August 09 with 9000 miles, and has...

Which is the best estate car?

I am looking to buy an estate car and am considering the Toyota Avensis and Ford Mondeo. I have discounted the Honda Accord and Mazda 6 as I think they will be too expensive. I do not want to spend more...

Can you recommend a family MPV with a large boot for short drives?

I'm currently driving a Ford Focus (old style) 1.6 from 2005 but would like to change to a newer car with more boot space as I'm expecting our first child. I want a family car with lots of boot space and...

Can Isofix be retrofitted to a Ford Focus?

I am thinking of buying a 2008/2009 Ford Focus, however I believe Isofix was only fitted if this was specifically requested when new. Do you know if it is possible for a dealer to retrofit if the car I...

I need a car for my daughter for £5000. What would you recommend?

I want to buy a second car for the family, to replace our old Volvo T5 which we use to carry kayaks, surfboards etc. to the beach. Not unsurprisingly, no one will insure my daughter, who is 17 and just...

Why is my Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi making a noise on overrun?

I have a 54-reg Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi with 113,000 miles. It's developed a whining noise and a slight feel through the steering wheel when you take your foot off the accelerator. The noise is not there under...

What are your thoughts on the Ford Durashift transmission as fitted to the Ford Fusion?

I am thinking of buying a Ford Fusion with Durashift transmission. Is this advisable and what are the drawbacks with this type of transmission? My general mileage is about 5000 miles per year. It will...

Should I buy my company Ford Focus 1.6 and does it have a DPF?

I retire in October and I'm considering buying my company car, a 57-reg Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI 90ps which has done 45,000 miles (I'm currently getting 64.8 mpg). Does it have a diesel particulate filter?...

Does my Ford Focus have a DPF?

I have noticed from some of your articles that diesel particulate filters are likely to cause problems, especially in low mileage vehicles used for short journeys. I have a Ford Focus 1.6 LX TDCI registered...

Our Ford Focus was diagnosed with a slipping clutch, so why won't the Ford warranty cover it?

Whilst climbing a moderate gradient in a queue with a driver and four passengers in our Ford Focus, suddenly a horrible gassy smell filled the car. The smell remained for the next two weeks. We are the...