Should Skoda contribute to a failed DPF in my Octavia vRS diesel?

I have an 07-plate Skoda Octavia vRS diesel. It has a full Skoda service history with 72,000 miles (the next service is due at 78,000). Recently, the particulate filter warning came on and I followed the...

My Skoda Fabia's wiring loom is being replaced under warranty - should I receive a new warranty afterwards?

In October 2008 we bought a new Skoda Fabia 2. Recently the electrics all blew and the engine died. I phoned Skoda Assist, the car still being in warranty. They sent the RAC to me and a very nice man arrived...

Should we replace our Rover 416 with a Kia Cee'd or Skoda Fabia?

I am thinking of purchasing a new motor prior to my retirement. At present I use an old Rover 416 automatic and having been looking at a Kia Cee'd and Skoda Fabia. Both would probably suit my wife and...

Should I fit winter tyres or Autosocks to my Skoda Roomster in winter?

I live in North Yorkshire, surrounded by hills, and I am planning ahead before the winter. I have a Skoda Roomster and I am considering fitting winter tyres or Autosocks. Which do you consider to be the...

Does my Skoda Octavia need a standard service or a cam belt change too?

My service booklet says that the 40,000 miles/4-year fixed interval service is a "standard routine service". The main dealer says it needs a cam belt change at £615. Another dealer recommended the routine...

What's wrong with my Skoda Octavia's brake lights?

The other day I found that all three of my brake lights have stopped working. I've done the usual checks - fuse, bulbs. No other lights are affected - the indicators, reverse, fog and side lights all work....

What do you think of the new Skoda Fabia Elegance 1.2 TSI 105bhp 7 spd DSG?

I am considering purchasing a new Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI automatic for my wife. I understand that they will be available in a few months time. Could you please advise me of the technical specification and...

Should we buy GAP insurance with our new Skoda Fabia Estate?

My wife and I are buying a new Skoda Fabia Estate and have been offered GAP insurance for £250. What do you think about such insurance? Is it worthwhile? We're not reckless drivers, but a previous car...

Which tyres will reduce road noise in my Skoda Octavia?

I run a Skoda Octavia diesel estate and need to replace the front tyres, which seem to create a lot of road noise. I appreciate our roads are not in a good state but wondered if there is a brand which...

Does my 2000 Skoda Fabia really need a new power steering pump due to containing the wrong fluid?

I've been told by a mechanic that I need a new electronic power steering pump in my Skoda Fabia (2000). The reason for this is that he thinks the wrong type of power steering fluid was put in before. Apparently...