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Common Ford Focus Problems (2011–2018) and What They Cost to Fix
The faults we see most on the Mk3 Ford Focus, from the 1.0 EcoBoost wet belt to PowerShift judder and 1.6 TDCi turbos, and how to keep repair bills down.
Read more →5 min readVW Golf Mk7 Known Faults: What to Watch For
The Mk7 Golf is a good car, but water pump leaks, 2.0 TDI EGR and DPF faults and DSG judder all come up. Here is what to look out for and what to do.
Read more →4 min readIs the Ford 1.0 EcoBoost Reliable?
The 1.0 EcoBoost has a mixed reputation. We look at what goes wrong, which cars are affected and how to keep one running well.
Read more →4 min readDSG Gearbox Service: Why It Matters
What a DSG service involves, how often it is needed, the warning signs of a problem and why skipping it can lead to one of the biggest bills on a VW or Audi.
Read more →5 min readNissan Qashqai Common Problems (2007–2021)
The faults we see most on the first and second-generation Qashqai, from diesel DPF blockages to CVT judder and 1.2 DIG-T oil use, with advice on each.
Read more →4 min readBuying a Vauxhall with the 1.2 PureTech Engine: What to Check
Thinking of a used Corsa F, Grandland X or Crossland X with the 1.2 petrol? Here is what to check on the wet belt, oil use and service history before you buy.
Read more →4 min readHow Do I Protect My Car From Keyless Theft?
How thieves steal keyless cars without the key, the simple habits that stop them, and when a ghost immobiliser is worth fitting.
Read more →4 min readWhy Is My Car Overheating?
The common reasons a car overheats, what to do straight away if the temperature gauge climbs, and when it points to a bigger problem.
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Car service and MOT near me for drivers in Smethwick, Hockley, Birmingham and surrounding areas.