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Thanks to alexperkins for this. Just done this repair successfully 12 years after you posted this how to.
Just to let anyone trying this know, the cracks in the solder are very hard to see. I found taking a photo and zooming in was the best way to see how bad the connections were.
And cutting ...

I am planning to get a laptop and the Rosstech VCDS for use on other vehicles and I'm hoping that it will be able to connect or give me more info to look at.

I only have a basic fault code reader and when plugged in I get a message saying "failed to connect". I have removed the center console to access to obd connector and wiring, which seem to be okay.

I have now tried unplugging the ignition switch and cleaning the body and engine earth points. Neither made any difference and the warning lights still come on as soon as the battery is connected.
A replacement furl pump has got the car running again and when it is most of the warning lights go out ...

Hi, I am trying to resurect a 2000 Polo 1.4 MPI that has been parked up for years (mostly dry stored due to a sunroof drain pipe leak).
As the description says I have dash warning lights coming on, as soon as the battery is connected, before the key is in the ignition.
Has anyone experienced this ...