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Update - speaking with my mechanic, I gather that a recondition could be risky as some parts that might be required have been deleted and may be unavailable. If they find a part that can't be replaced, I could be left with scrap. I also have a corroded front plate which still needs fixing anyway. We...

Hi all I have a 1996 Polo 1.4 Hatchback, under 30,000 miles, great condition, owned from early 1997. I have it serviced/MOTd each January. Mechanics tell me it's worth holding on to and paying for a major repair or two if required. Last January, the mechanic told me the cover plate of the gearbox wa...

Hi My 4 year old battery needs replacing. My lovely 96 Polo is rarely used and, of course, requires regular charging to keep enough charge to start it! I read AGM batteries hold their charge longer and are not so damaged by charging/depletion and, as well as stop/start vehicles, are also suitable fo...

Hi all Searched forum but not found answer so hope someone can help. 96 Polo 6N with central locking (and FoxGuard alarm looped in). Locking stopped working last week. Keys and door buttons work fine. Trying to refuel I snapped connector off filler cap solenoid but have replaced that with a used spa...