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• Volkswagen Golf GTI - Are my running costs OK? 5 Jun 2014 (Forum)
  Just passed its MOT, with advisories: 56% Rolling Brake Efficiency nearly at fail limit Wishbone bushes deteriorating Front suspension movement at top And as of a couple of days ago it crunches into second gear, other than that and the MOT its in very good shape mechanically and body wise.
• Ford Ka 2013 - Noise when engaging clutch in reverse 11 May 2014 (Forum)
  There is no noise if reversing downhill. It has been into Ford dealership 3 times and they have cleaned the brake discs - no effect. Today I returned to the dealership and drove another similar age Ka which made a similar noise but not as loud or noticeable. Has anyone else experienced this? My local dealership are now stating that this is not a fault just a noise that Kashmir make!!
• Suzuki Alto - Charged for exhaust I didn't ask for 12 Apr 2014 (Forum)
  Took my to a local garage as it was due for mot, I had a quick look noticed the brake pipes looked a bit corroded so pointed that out to them said I was in no hurry , two day later got a phone call saying it had passed but had to put a new exhaust as it had failed. I was fuming as the bill came to nearly £400.
• Volkswagen Polo IV - Independent garage for VW servicing 27 Mar 2014 (Forum)
  Hi, just wondering if anyone had any recommendations on a reliable honestly priced independent garage for servicing a 9 year old polo. I've been getting oil/filter/brake fluid changes at the main dealership (not had anything else done like belts etc so far). but having read through some posts on the forums it looks like i'm probably overpaying at the main dealership, plus i'll be keeping the car until its no longer roadworthy so not worried about full main dealer service history.
• Mazda 6 - Mazda 6 estate buying advice 18 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  Also is servicing costs going to be expensive? I generally do a basic service myself as well as exhausts, brakes etc. Im wondering if its easy enough to reset the service interval on these cars? Thanks all
• Lexus LS430 - Quality of Parts making up modern cars? 30 Sep 2013 (Forum)
  I wonder whether anyone has any views on whether a particular make or car has better quality components making up its construction than others. I once had a Lexus LS430 and the brake discs, for example, were very heavy and of good quality. I also think that modern cars seem to be getting lighter and flimsier components as manufacturers try to save money and push up MPG? Anyone like to suggest a car which is better made than others - leaving out super cars and Rolls Royce's etc etc   Kind Regards SimonT2      
• Volkswagen Golf IV (1998 - 2004) - Volkswagen Golf IV (1998 - 2004) - 2000 1.9 SE TDI 3 Sep 2013 (Forum)
    I’ve taken it to a VW dealer who had kindly informed me that the head gasket has 2 broken brakes in it which is causing the problems.   Can anyone shed on light on this as I never heard of this happening.
• 2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 (9N) - Dodgy CV Joint? 23 Jul 2013 (Forum)
  It's fine during normal driving, apart from what I can only describe as a very slight wobble / shudder sometimes during braking and acceleration (not felt through the pedal or steering wheel). I've tried driving slowly in a circle with full lock on in both directions and in reverse, but the clunk is only there when the steering wheel is returning from full lock back to centre.
• Audi Q5 - Towbar electrics 28 Feb 2013 (Forum)
  My dilemma :-  Having spoken to the Audi technical people they tell me that when the new wiring kit is installed a diagnostic programme has to be completed at a cost of £138. If there proves to be a problem, ie with the braking system ABS Reversing sensors or dash board warning lights, and it is not the fault of Audi, then the warranty would be void. How good and reliable are the kits on todays market. Has anyone had a bad experiance surely not every body with a Q5 takes the car back to Audi to have it done regards Pete
• Nissan Qashqai 2.0D 2007 Toyota rav4 2.2D 2007. - Nissan Qashqai 2.0D 2007 VS Toyota rav4 2.2D 2007 23 Feb 2013 (Forum)
  The car going to be used mainly in the cities or motorways. The main concern is cost of maintenance and services: like casual stuff changing oil, brakes, pads, insurance, cost of tax any relevant.
• Citroen Saxo Forte W Reg - Crunching & Trouble engaging gears 31 Jan 2013 (Forum)
  My Saxo has started to give problems when trying to engage either first gear or reverse, when actually getting it into gear there is a lot of crunghing and grinding of the gears, all geselection is becoming difficult but first and reverse are the worst.? Yesterday the car seemed to keep accelerating despite my braking this was a bit of a worry as I was joing the M25 at the time. I eventually managed to get the car into fifth and then it seemed okay, except engaging all gears was very stiff. Is this a gearbox problem or clutch?
• Police involvement after RTA - confused... 18 Dec 2012 (Forum)
  I was involved in an accident recently where I pulled out of a parking space and moved off down the road. A motorcycle saw me do this, braked to slow down and fell off his bike. I followed procedure and rang police gave my statement, they assured me all was fine. I informed my insurance company in case third party put in a claim and they were unconcerned as no collision.
• Super Market Car Parks 8 Nov 2012 (Forum)
  Why is it that when I am backing out of a space in the supermarket and I am half way out, some idiot decides to squeeze past me, leaving me to slam on the brakes, or worse some pedestrian steps out into the path of my reversing car. This is true also if I decide to reverse into a space Why is it that when I decided to park my car away from the store were there are lots of spaces (which I usually do) someone parks their car right next to mine.
• MOT advisory 3 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  I recently brought a car and have seen that it had advisory of BOTTOM METAL WATER HOSE CORRODED - N/S/F WISHBONE BUSHES STARTING TO SPLIT - N/S/F BRAKE PIPE CORRODED - FRONT EXHAUST BRAKET BROKEN in 2011 . It passed its MOT this year without mention of any of these issues but I note there is leaking water and there is slight occassional noise when I am driving .
• Toyota Avensis - Toyota Avensis Tourer Comments 9 May 2012 (Forum)
  Can pick up a 2011 with 12K on clock for £12,500. That in my book is a good buy for a car 1 year old. Electric parking brake bothers me as i wont be able to replace pads etc. Anyone know of any major issues ?
• Citroen C5 - Replace a crashed C5 Petrol with what 7 May 2012 (Forum)
  Tempting for another cheap C5 or go go the whole hog and spend 11K on avensis but the electric parking brake bothers me  
• Volvo V70 - Dual Mass flywheel 28 Nov 2011 (Forum)
  I recently had a new master brake cylinder fitted which involved opening the gearbox. A new clutch was fitted at the time and I was told that the dual mass flywheel was in the middle of its tolerances and did not need changed. However there has been a problem with the clutch with it being extremely stiff so they are going the strip the box again and fit another one.
• 2006 FIAT Panda 4x4, 1.2, 8V - Non interferance engine? Fiat Panda 4X4 1.2, 8v 16 Oct 2011 (Forum)
  A friend of mine has a 1.2, 8v Panda. It is now needing some work on the brakes. Q1. Is this a non interference engine, (if the cambelt snaps)? Q2. Is the water pump driven from the cambelt? Q3. What are the intervals on coolant change?
• Ren Master mk1 - cv joint 13 Oct 2011 (Forum)
  I asked  a breakers for cv joint plus drive shaft, he's got one but said "" driveshaft with wheel straight has 3-5mm play at top of brake disc when holding shaft still. no knocking on both locks. obviously under no load tho. boots are good"" Is it worth getting this second hand one of should I go for new or better condition 2nd hand?
• vectra c 1.9cdti 150 sri - rumbling noise 22 Aug 2011 (Forum)
  hi, my 2006 vectra is making a rumbling type noise which starts at 30mph and then seems to dissappear above 40mph, if i then take my foot off the accelerator and start to slow down (without braking) it reappears between the 30-40 mark, its hard to describe but i can feel it as well as hear it, also occasionally when idling i can hear a swish noise from the engine bay, like, swish...swish...swish...swish...etc, someone told me its a belt?