Should I buy a BMW 640d with 100k on the clock?

I have recently seen a 2012 plate BMW 640d for sale with 100,000 miles on the clock.The car has a full service history, but I am a little worried about the high mileage. Should I buy or avoid?

Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI making a rattling noise when accelerating

I own a 2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI with 45,000 miles on the clock. In the past two weeks I've noticed a noise coming from the front of the car when I accelerate. The noise only becomes noticeable in fourth...

Buying a used car - hybrid or diesel?

I am looking to change my 10 year old Lexus GS300 for a BMW 535D or GS450h. Both are 3 years old. Would you please offer me your advise of what you think I should go for. I am worried about the hybrid...

Vauxhall Insignia engine seizure - what are my rights?

I bought a 2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 CDTI in March and took out a service plan with the dealer, who has serviced the vehicle since then. The vehicle had been running very well until one week I couldn't...

Honda CR-V clutch failure - should the dealer pay for the repair?

We bought A Honda CRV 2.2 diesel 18 months ago with 11,000 miles on the clock from a main dealership. Since buying the car we have added 7000 miles, approximately 800 of those towing a caravan (well within...

Ford C-MAX 1.8 TDCI cutting out

Our 2009 Ford C-MAX 1.8 TDCI cut out last week. All power failed and the engine malfunction light was on. After switching the car on and off, it restarted. The car has been to our local garage, but they...

Mazda 6 vs Volvo S60

We are considering buying a new car and have narrowed our choices to a diesel Mazda 6 and a S60 Volvo diesel. However we are concerned about reports that a fault in the Mazda engine causes fuel to enter...

Are Vivaros prone to engine problems?

I have just spent quite a lot of money on a 2010 Vauxhall Viavaro 1.9 CDTI which has been converted into a camper. I love the van, but am worried about stories that surround the injectors. Apparently they...

Have put petrol in my diesel car by mistake - what should I do?

I have a diesel Jaguar XF. When refuelling I put in just over a litre of unleaded before realising my mistake. I then put in 25 litres of diesel. I drove home without a problem (about 20 miles). Will I...

Stuttering Peugeot 508

I purchased three year old Peugeot 508 2.0 HDI 140 from a local dealer last week. It's generally in good condition, with 80,000 miles on the clock. Having now done 500 or so miles I have noticed an occasional,...