Warrior193

The 'prongs' in the expansion bottle refer to the coolant level sensor - low coolant warning on instrument panel would be correct if level is lower than minimum mark. When was the last time you checked the coolant level?

Check for voltage with meter at the lamp holder contact, if correct voltage present, gently tap bulb (if filament type) while testing for continuity.

There are much better release fluids available - Plus Gas is one of them. WD40 is primarily a lubricant.

Can you explain how the battery was tested? Was the battery fully charged before being load tested at a high rate discharge? Alternatively, checking battery voltage with a DMM while cranking the engine can give some useful idea of condition.

A faulty water pump can cause overheating - I cannot see any way it could cause engine to run too cold.

I wouldn't think you'd normally be able to hold a pipe for more than a second at 90C.

AFAIK, brake fluid level that low should be flagging a warning on the instrument cluster. Can you see a sensor on the reservoir?

I can't advise on the 1.0 95PS TSI - but SWMBOs 110PS Fabia pulls well and comes with the 6M gearbox.

From that indicated 127 f from the OBD, it does seem that the engine is running cold - unless the sensors are faulty and sending low readings to the ECU. Are you able to take a temperature reading of cylinder head with (say) an IR thermometer? If head temperature is broadly similar to the one from the OBD, the only way I can see engine temperatures remaining as low as indicated is the thermostats remaining open all the time (or the cooling fans running constantly) - even then, the engine should eventually reach normal temperature.

Sorry to hear of your write-off. I don't see any reference to service history in the description. Ask for print out of electronic history, including DSG services. Be aware of common problem with Pan roof water leaks.

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.