Why is my 2007 Astra Twintop diesel so problematic?

I have a 2007 Astra Twintop diesel with 51,000 miles that I love, apart from a recent problem with the emissions warning light frequently lighting up. About eight weeks ago this happened on the way home...

Why can I hear water flowing through my Vauxhall Astra's heater matrix?

I have a Mk4 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 8v. When I start it and pull away I can hear the water flow throw the heater matrix. It never loses water temperature and there is good hot air in car, no oil in the water...

Is Vauxhall likely to help repair an ESP fault on my Vauxhall Meriva?

I have a 56-plate Vauxhall Meriva that has done only 25,500 miles and has developed an ESP fault. After trawling through the net I get the idea that Vauxhall are aware of this problem but won't admit it....

Za fearer

I purchased a 2006 Vauxhall Zafira from a dealer, in March 2010. Mileage 59,000, current mileage 61,000. 1600cc. A flashing engine management light was rectified by a garage recommended by dealer, and...

Sit ups

I currently run a 2007 VW Touran diesel with 42,000 on the clock, which had some problems with the electronics, eventually sorted by the dealer under guarantee. I no longer need such a large car as it...

Towing infernal

I have had my 2.0 litre petrol Focus Estate for over 10 years now and done about 107,000 miles on the original clutch with only one change of exhaust and battery so think it is time to change. I have been...

Can I demand a free fuel economy check for my Vauxhall Astra under warranty?

I've had an Astra SRI150 CDTI leased from new since February. In 5000 miles the fuel consumption has gradually worsened by about 10 per cent. I'm now averaging 43.5 mpg and I know how to drive economically;...

Where do I get a radio code for my Vauxhall Astra?

We recently had to disconnect our Vauxhall Astra's battery and the radio went off, unfortunately. When we looked in the logbook for the code we could not find it. We have now had the car for approximately...

When does the Vauxhall Insignia need a timing belt change?

I'm considering a Vauxhall Insignia but have always kept away from belt cam engines. I will buy 12-18 months old with up to 20,000 miles and keep it for five years, doing 7000 miles a year. Regardless...

Do you think I could negotiate a good discount on a used or new Vauxhall Zafira or Ford S-Max?

Is this a good time to buy secondhand or new as a cash buyer? We want to buy a decent 7-seater and have narrowed it down to a Vauxhall Zafira or Ford S-Max. Ideally we want a high spec one (leather seats...