A Long Shot...

Thanks! maybe there will be something I can fix myself...I love
my mechanic but he will insist on being paid money every time... ;- )
 
mako said:
power steering systems are pretty sensitive. It was probably upset about all those other faults.

Glad you've kept calm and carried on. Hope the old girl serves you well now, after all that attention.
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lol...:D...I hope so too!
 
To be fair, some of those faults are pretty inconsequential, wiper blades for example, similarly with a "slightly leaking oil filter" or "rear washer inoperative."

I can't see the vehicle but it's not impossible it could have legitimately passed an MOT in that condition, nine of the faults you have listed would not even be looked at for an MOT, the bushes could have potentially been passable at the time of the MOT (these rules have VERY recently been bought in).

Sounds like a bit of a dog, but you're talking about a very old car here, especially when you're talking about a dealer forecourt.

Not excusing him at all, but you must remember that lots of those faults would hardly reduce the roadworthy status of the vehicle.

Regards,
Andy
 
...True, not all of these faults make it an MOT failure but I just did a quick count and I make it 12 faults that would, plus I worked out since then that this was passed less then 300 miles before I bought it, so they (MOT bloke and the dealer) must have known it wouldn't be roadworthy for long...(I was once failed an MOT because the brake pads were "getting a bit low")...
 
wooddragon45 said:
...True, not all of these faults make it an MOT failure but I just did a quick count and I make it 12 faults that would, plus I worked out since then that this was passed less then 300 miles before I bought it, so they (MOT bloke and the dealer) must have known it wouldn't be roadworthy for long...(I was once failed an MOT because the brake pads were "getting a bit low")...
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Brake pads are contentious, the regulations have recently changed with regards to discs too, unless a disc is about to snap in half it'll pass. Pads can only be failed where the tester can ensure beyond reasonable doubt they are below the limit stated in the manual, this relies on the tester being able to make a visual inspection of the pads, clearly this may not be possible on all cars... The tester must be able to PROVE (not suspect) the pads are low.

Brakes pads traditionally have worked on the rule of thumb of a "5p thickness." This isn't always valid however, some of the PSA rear calipers on the older 90's/early 2000s vehicles start with new rear pads of only 3mm lining!

Again, not having a go chap, just explaining the other viewpoint if you will!

Regards,
Andy
 
Never thought you were having a go... (y) Apologies if I seemed defensive in my reply... :(

I never heard of that "5p thickness" rule of thumb...interesting...I'll admit I did think the guy who failed me on those brake pads on one of my other cars was just trying to find something, he did seem disappointed when I said I was changing them myself... :)

Mostly...I feel like such a prat for not checking it over properly..."caveat emptor" as they say...

Best Regards...

wooddragon.
 
wooddragon45 said:
Never thought you were having a go... (y) Apologies if I seemed defensive in my reply... :(

I never heard of that "5p thickness" rule of thumb...interesting...I'll admit I did think the guy who failed me on those brake pads on one of my other cars was just trying to find something, he did seem disappointed when I said I was changing them myself... :)

Mostly...I feel like such a prat for not checking it over properly..."caveat emptor" as they say...

Best Regards...

wooddragon.
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Ah, it doesn't still doesn't excuse the lack of contact in my opinion or the fact there were clearly issues with the vehicle that should have potentially have been rectified before sale.

Why don't you try sending him a recorded 'signed for' letter?

Regards,
Andy
 
benham said:
Ah, it doesn't still doesn't excuse the lack of contact in my opinion or the fact there were clearly issues with the vehicle that should have potentially have been rectified before sale.

Why don't you try sending him a recorded 'signed for' letter?

Regards,
Andy
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I was angry at the time but I'm not the type to stay angry for long
and I'm forced to admit that I should have looked it over properly...
So I'm just going to put my energy into finishing the car...and at some
point he will inevitably do it to the wrong person...I only hope they have
an even more vivid imagination than me...and power tools... :devilish:

wooddragon.
 
On the subject of brakes - my son's recently acquired 2000 reg 2.0l petrol has a problem with front brake noise. When stopping there's a clunk - clunk followed by a groan. Been told it could be calliper locating pins. Not had a chance to look yet but any help appreciated.
 
mike4369 said:
On the subject of brakes - my son's recently acquired 2000 reg 2.0l petrol has a problem with front brake noise. When stopping there's a clunk - clunk followed by a groan. Been told it could be calliper locating pins. Not had a chance to look yet but any help appreciated.
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Could well be, but when you take the front wheels off to inspect them, check the ABS rings and sensors too.

Check for cracks in the rings, and oil/grease fouling of the sensors. If there's fouling, clean it up and look for the source. It might be a sloppy mechanic, but might also be a split CV boot.
 
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