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Are glow plugs part of the NCT?

The glow plugs in my car need to be changed. Must I do this before NCT test?

Martin Scullion (Dublin)

Nov 2019 Filed under: NCT

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Does the Polo have known engine issues?

Hi,

I don't know where to turn, but you might be able to help. I have a 2015 VW Polo bought a as an ex-hire from a VW main dealer in Dublin. Full service history etc. There was some engine noise so I brought it back in to be told that essentially the bottom half of the engine needs to be rebuilt (although by their own admission have not done any report or can give me same to confirm the position). My question is, do you know of any history of engine problems in 2015 or similar 1.0-litre Polo engines?

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Nigel Healy (Dublin)

Nov 2019 Filed under: fault

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My Skoda has too-light steering...

My 2014 Skoda Octavia Estate has very light steering; it feels like driving on ice and the tyre pressure is OK.

Andy Wallis (Bedford)

Dec 2019 Filed under: fault

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When to change my Peugeot 5008's belt?

When should I change my Peugeot 5008 timing belt? It's a 2012, 1.6-litre diesel engine with 130,000km on the clock.

Sinead Byrne (Donegal)

Nov 2019 Filed under: servicing

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Mercedes stop-start issue has started...

Hi

I drive a 2014 Mercedes E 220 model saloon and it has start-stop technology, but recently it's just switching the engine on and off at the traffic lights; it's doing this quite often so I have to turn it off. I have heating on as per usual and I have never had this problem before.

Tahir Aurangzaib (OLDHAM)

Nov 2019 Filed under: fault

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Where can I view the Volkswagen California?

Where can I view the Volkswagen California camper?

Vic Tejera (Brentwood Ny11717)

Dec 2019 Filed under: choosing new car

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Where to get NOx data for cars?

Where/how can I find the NOx emissions on a used car?

Thanks

David Gillick (Dublin)

Dec 2019 Filed under: importing

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Can we claim back VAT on a five-seat SUV?

Can a company claim back VAT on a five-seat SUV?

Deirdre , Galway

Deirdre Dunne (Galway)

Dec 2019 Filed under: commercial vehicle

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Will the NOx levy be refunded on export?

With the new NOx tax on imports, will the same rebate be given on exports?

Michael Fitzpatrick (Charleville)

Dec 2019 Filed under: importing

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Looking for European insurance for 30 days.

Hi,

Do you know of any insurance companies that will provide comprehensive cover for driving in Europe for more than thirty days?

Thanks

Philip

Philip Donegan (Ballina)

Dec 2019 Filed under: insurance

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