Replacing 2008 VW Golf 1.6 FSI Match

We are looking to replace our Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI. We have narrowed our shortlist down to the Kia Ceed, Mazda CX-3 and the latest Volkswagen Golf. Which are the best for reliability?

Seat belt warning fault on Golf SV

I own a Volkswagen Golf SV, which suffers a fault with the seat belt warning system. The problems manifests with the warning sound pinging away intermittently. Recently, on a long journey, it went off...

VW Emissions Modification failure ruined car - what next?

As other posts my 2012 Tiguan modification has failed leaving me with a noisy unresponsive machine completely at odds with the driving experienced prior to modification, The car was returned to Dealer...

Volkswagen emission recall problem - this is my experience...

Following the report from your reader in your latest e-mail, you may be interested in my recent experience with my Tiguan diesel (2013 model) It recently went to the main dealer to have the software update...

oil pump chain snapped and engine ruined

2008 plate 1.4TDI with 64k on clock and always serviced by VW from new. The chain has snapped and main crankshaft bearing cylinder scored. Estimated repairs are a new engine £3500 plus. Is this chain...

Volkswagen emissions fix has affected my car

I had the 'fix' last month but since then there's a horrible rattle in engine when it's changing up between 2 and 4. Volkswagen say I need to pay for a diagnostic test and if it shows that it is due to...

Problem with used car after just a week - can I claim on the warranty?

I bought a second-hand Volkswagen Golf with full service history for £3445, I have only had the car for a week and done less than 20 miles in it. The problem is the clutch it makes a grinding noise when...

Issue with the electronics on my new Golf SV - what are my options?

I bought a new Golf SV 1.4 in May 2014. Almost since new I have had issues with the electronics and in particular error mesages relating to Aadptive Cruise Control and system warning lights to say its...

What the best car with a big boot for around £6000?

I'm looking for a medium size hatchback with a big boot, up to seven years old and about £6k. You seem to rate the Civic which would appear to tick all the boxes, but how does the Golf Plus or SEAT Altea...

Volkswagen Polo warranty claim being refused - what can I do?

My daughter has a 14 plate 1.4 TDI Polo and the ACC and AC have stopped working. The local Volkswagen dealer where the car was bought second hand claim it is due to impact damage and won't cover the £900...