Is the Fiesta susceptible to clutch problems?

You previously mentioned that the Ford Focus Ecoboost 1.0 was suffering some problems with the clutch. Would this same problem be likely to happen with the Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost?

Is my Ford Fiesta overheating?

My 2013 Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCI cooling fan often runs after the engine has been switched off even though the coolant temperature is normal. This sometimes occurs after short journeys when the engine has...

Should I get a new Mondeo diesel?

I have a 2.0 litre Mondeo diesel Powershift which is only doing around 6000 miles per year.I have never had a problem with the DPF over 33,000 miles of motoring. I am looking to buy a new Mk5 Mondeo with...

Which car for a dog owner?

I have a 62 plate SEAT Exeo ST diesel with all the toys. I love it but we will shortly be getting two large rescue dogs, so need a bigger car all round (especially the boot). I have around £4000 on top...

Buying a high mileage Mondeo - what should I look out for?

I am interested in buying a high mileage 2007 petrol Ford Mondeo. It has 90,000 miles on the clock and meets my budget. I suppose these have a DMF are these prone to the same problems as the earlier cars?...

Need a seven-seater for towing - any suggestions?

My son in-law has decided to get rid of his 2007 Ford Galaxy diesel with 96,000 on the clock, before any DPF, DMF, belts or clutch needs changing. He would like a new Galaxy, but there are not many around...

Does the Fiesta suffer from regular clutch failure?

I am really worried about clutch on my Ford Fiesta, having read about repeated failures on the Focus 1.0 EcoBoost. My clutch and some kind of cylinder needed replacing after just a few thousand miles....

Why doesn't a service plan cover brake fluid?

My partner has just taken her Ford Fiesta (2013 model) in for its second year service. Ford have subsequently rung us to say that the brake fluid has been checked and shows a quantity of water and air...

Buying a used estate - which model is best?

I want a large used estate car (three years old), with a comfortable cabin and automatic gearbox. I only do 10,000 miles a year, but want a petrol as I'm worried about DPFs. Should I get a petrol V70 or...

Buying a seven-seater for £12k - Ford or Vauxhall?

I am considering a used Ford Galaxy or Vauxhall Zafira for £12,000. Which model is best?