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Should I consider changing to a petrol car?
I do not travel a lot and am concerned that as my diesel car ages it will fail the NCT on emissions. Should I consider changing to a petrol car?
Carmel (Dublin)Apr 2015 Filed under: petrol vs. diesel
Expert answer
Hi Carmel,
If you're a low-mileage driver then, yes, petrol is generally the better choice. You can keep your diesel though by sticking to a couple of rules. Regular maintenance by a qualified mechanic, always using high quality synthetic oil and making sure the car gets a regular long spin to build up the temperatures in the exhaust system.
Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser@neilmbriscoe