Warrior193

Hello, welcome to the forum. What makes you think there is no pollen filter fitted to the Mk3 Fabia?

Calliper or flex hose failure wouldn't leak brake fluid onto the front carpet - suggest checking the master cylinder too.

I would translate 'Park Pilot Automatique' as self parking - although specifying 'Front' somewhat confuses things. My understanding is that Automatic Parking normally involves driving slowly past the proposed space, bringing vehicle to a stop when confirmed that the space is suitable and engaging the function - the vehicle then reverses into the space.

Most likely just a detuned version for the 115 - less fuel injected and lower boost pressure.

Hello, welcome to the forum. Very possibly a faulty fuel injector, a VCDS scan should show the cause of fault.

Obviously DSG doesn't have a driver-operated clutch cylinder.

@Crasher can probably advise, I have seen estimated prices of £1500 posted on two separate VAG websites. One site was VW Audi Forum (VWAF). Try googling EA888 camchain replacement price.

I believe the Mk3 brake master cylinder reservoir shares the fluid with the clutch, with the brake fluid being taken from the reservoir lower down than the clutch take-off. It sounds like the master cylinder has failed.

To test if any door is not actually locking when it should, try locking with the fob - then check each door and trunk.

It sounds like you need to plug in the OBD reader to check what is happening with fluid temperatures. Can your reader display live data?

Is the probable reason for engine seizure known - was it seriously overheated or run without oil?

Have you checked for a comparative quote from a clutch specialist? Almost certain to be considerably cheaper, as some stealers charge up to £200 an hour. You could also try one of the mobile specialists. 😒 Just noticed that I misread OP, I missed the 'Charged' - read it as Quoted. Clearly too late to get a comparison price. Should have gone to SpecSavers!

You need to check, you can find your engine code as the 4 letter prefix to the engine number on your V5 registration document - it is also often on a label on the B pillar.

Hello, welcome to the forum. Is the engine really running cold - has the actual engine temperature been checked independently? What is the oil temperature reading? (if you have Maxidot display)

For the work involved - and at main dealer charges, that price would be pretty much as expected. 1.5 ACT TSI timing belt replacements have been quoted near that price.

Presumably with a very high rate, bulk charger - which must be used very carefully to avoid damaging the battery by overcharging.

Is this a 1.5 TSI? Price (for a dealer) appears pretty reasonable provided condition is good. Surprising that it does not appear to have been serviced at two years though.

What is the model specification of the vehicle you are buying? Spec should identify what infotainment system is fitted. My assumption is that this car is not new.

Don't forget that VAG pure ICE vehicles from at least 2015 are actually micro-hybrids, the battery charging system is designed to use energy recuperation, which is why alternator charging is restricted to approx. 75% battery max SOC.

^^^ I'd suggest tyres have been run underinflated

Time charged but not worked per service, plus the sum charged for parts specified but not fitted - likely to amount to a considerable sum over a year. 😒

I found the same with two main dealers during the first 4 years with my Octavia - which is why I only use independents now.

I believe that the dealer has breached UK contract law if that is the case - unless a copy of the contract was offered, but declined by you, which should have been noted (and signed by you) on the contract. I suspect the contract will be void.

Four things on that readout stand out straight away - all intermittent. - System voltage too low. - Fuel pressure regulator. - Fuel pressure sensor. - Fuel injector number 2. These all need to be checked.

It depends on what infotainment system you have installed, is there a 'Navigation' button on the screen? The settings menu will give the system details.