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Renault Modus - are they generally ok?
I found this car: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2004-54-RENAULT-MODUS-1-5-DCI-EXPRESSION-TURBO-DIESEL-5-DOOR-HATCH-/380408137537?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item5892178741 Looks a bit of a bargain, and from what I've read they have fairly good reviews. The biggest gripe I have read so far is that the headlamps are ridiculously…
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P0401 Insufficient EGR Flow - Peugeot 206 1.1 2003
Hi All, I have had this fault code come up on my reader and I have heard about cleaning the EGR valve out but I cannot seem to find anything on the internet in order to locate this. Can someone please provide a photograph with it highlighted or explain to me where it is on the TU engine on a 206. Thanks:beer:
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CK’s school run moan!
I’m currently sat in a school car park having done the school run. Time with engine on: 1h06 Average speed: 12mph Average MPG: 17.4 This is in a diesel that will easily pull 50 on the motorway! (S-Max 2.2 TDCi Auto) I know I’m only doing this once every 2 days (share with neighbour), but that’s bloomin’ ridiculous! Anyone…
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Anti Freeze- Wrong Hole !!
Feel like a dummy ! :o figured out that i have poured a Anti Freeze mix into the windscreen washer bottle instead of the radiator bottle :eek: will this be harmful to the windscreen area etc.... ? If any help it was a premixed solution i used Regards
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Sent Court Fine for Fare Evasion That I Did Not Commit
Hi guys, I got sent a letter from the London Collections and Compliance yesterday asking me for money. It was entitled further steps. [This part isn't really related but might help someone in the future if they get a similar letter and do a forum search] My first thought was that it was a fraudulent letter as it did not…
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Ford Focus Radio Code
Hi , I have a Ford Focus radio with serial number M258958 does anyone have a code for this please?
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ford transit radio code
hi all can anyone help me with a radio code for a ford transit serial m175850 thanks chris
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Car insurance when selling car
I need to renew my car insurance at the end of the month but we are planning on replacing the car in August. Ive always paid for the year upfront as it usually works out cheaper but what is the best way to pay when Im changing my car half way through the insurance year?
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Help With Nissan Almera 2001 N16
I have left messages on forums and boards everywhere but not attracted any help... Hopefully someone on MSE can help. The car a Y reg 2001, 1.8 Automatic Nissan Almera broke down 2 weeks ago, AA towed to local garage, they replaced Idle COntrol Valve and Throttle Body costing £475, but then the garage stated it also needs…
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Help with Nissan Note - various things wrong, help with prices
We have a list of things wrong with the car after an interim service at the Nissan dealer. Firstly discs and pads, at £240, this is for the front. Alternator belt squeaking, this is £69, we dont even know what this means and havent heard anything They broke the bearing whilst checking wheels and this was £71, we have…
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'Budget tyres' as opposed to pricier ones?
Is it worth paying for tyres like continental or should we go for cheap ones? Its for a Nissan Note which has come back from an interim service today with a list of things wrong as long as your arm, except of course for the things that we asked to be checked which need to be checked separately now at a cost for 'further…
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Second Hand car faults
Hi all, I purchased a second hand (2006) pick-up in December. Since purchasing we have found several faults some minor, some major (won't go into details as am following this up!) None declared on the day. Frustratingly we did not print the advert, and it is no longer on the site, does anyone know if I can access it via my…
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New 12 Reg
A I understand, 12 reg cars are not released until the 1st March. I was looking on a dealer forecourt and noticed a row of new 12 reg cars at the back with their number plates on already. So what is stopping anyone from driving these on the road before the 1st of March?
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Insuring Boyfriend on my car to get no claims discount
Hello all, Wondering whether you can give me some advice! I'm 22 and my boyfriend (25) is about to pass his test (fingers crossed). I've looked at getting him as the primary named driver on my car (and I'd get a new car) but we're being priced out at £1700. He can become a named driver on mine, with me as the primary, for…
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Where to service a diesel car in North London?
Hi all, I know this is a long shot but this forum helped me so many times that I decided it's worth trying again. I just bought a ford focus. It is my first diesel car. I need to know whether anyone knows about a reliable garage in North London, preferably Tottenham, where I could service a diesel car. I don't really fancy…
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renault megane II parts.
hey all. my megane is off road temporarily while i sought some repairs out. i intend on keeping the car for as long as possible so dont care for depreciation etc. clutch has gone in it, suspect flywheel aswell judging by the vibration in gearstick. 04 petrol. just wanted to know if theres any decently priced salvage yards…
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£1500 - £2000
So I have between £1500 and £2000 to spend on a car. I've carried out a load of searches on Auto Trader, Ebay and Gumtree, and there looks to be plenty of choice in this price range. But what's best to get? I can get a Ford Fiesta or Focus with around 80k on the clock which is around 8 years old, would this be more of a…
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car insurance for USA resident when visiting
hope someone can help. my sister lives in the USA (for the last 20+ years). when she comes to visit we normally put her on my car insurance - we are allowed 30 days per year which we have to specifically state dates. However she will be coming across for 2 x 3months per year to help me look after my elderly mother. She has…
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Speed Awareness Course and Insurance
DD was caught on a fixed camera recently (38 in a 30 zone) and has just received a notice offering a fixed penalty (£60 +3 penalty points), or a Speed Awareness Course, cost £79.50. It says on the SAC papers that if completed, no points are put on her licence and the matter (offence?) is not regarded as a conviction. Does…
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Can you use the offer for someone else?
Hi. Just before the offer finished, I traded my Tesco points for 3 times their value, with Red Spotted Hanky . Ive put these RSH codes to one side till I need the train - (they are valid for 6mths). Question is, can I use these to buy tickets for somebody else travelling without me, or are they only for travel in my name.…
