Thread resurrection - So as I'm going to be pi55ing of to Denmark - I wont need the Golf. Its due MOT 31 Jan, and Insurance 31 Dec, so I am thinking I wont re-insure.
Had new discs, pads, service in Sept @ £600, just had a new battery £125 - Bosch S4...
Okay, I will list what I know is wrong with it and some other bits.
1. The radio isnt connected - Mav fitted / had fitted an aftermarket one and it drains the battery and for some reason kept the ignition live until the key was removed - so I disconnected it.
2. NSF wing bubbling on top of wheel arch.
3. Needs new front bumper support bar - son hit a plant pot - not sure it would fail MOT - but I have a new one to fit
4. Needs bit of hose for wiper washer - torn off hitting the plant pot. (Might do this, this weekend)
5.The oil sensor warning came on yesterday - I suspect sensor (£20) is the problem, as oil is fine and plentiful. Would mean dropping oil tho I suspect.
6. On the first service they advised off an EGR fault, I'm getting 36-40mpg on my 70 mile round trip, seen quotes of £1k for EGR repair so I have not bothered. It drives fine.
7. Tyres are all fine
8. Air con is poor but living up here its never bothered me.
So all in, not really too bad for a 13 yr old - If I was not going abroad I would keep it, it runs fine and has no rattles etc on the move. This is as much as I know.
If someone has the need for a bangernomics car - pm me with an offer, will be available from the 21st Dec - If it doesnt go - I'll flea bay it later - yes I know its stronger mot'd, If needs be I may do it and insure for 1 month but then the wife will need to sell it when I'm in Denmark.
If anyone wants pics - let me know.
Dave