BionicJohn

Result!! "Dear Mr. Davies I’m happy to let you know we have successfully recovered the costs involved in your vehicle damage claim from the responsible party. This claim has now been closed in your favour and I’m pleased to confirm that the no claim discount has not been affected. Yours sincerely Minna Jacob Minna Jacob Recovery Claims Consultant"

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Car is now repaired. Looks like they managed to straighten out any dints as the bumper and wing look like the originals. I got a new wheel. For the 3 working days the car was being repaired, I was driving around in a 75 plate Mini Cooper. I won't be buying one of those in the future. I spoke to my insurers about all the the cold offers I got offering alternative repairs. They said there would be a £200 charge for not using their authorised repairer (which is Vella).

It was a 14 plate 2 seater Merc with restricted ¾ rear view and no reversing sensors. So looking to see the way was clear before moving was essential. Plus he said to me "I never saw you".

My insurers are dealing with it - probably a new wing, front bumper and wheel. I keep getting messages from his insurer (the AA) who say they will deal with repairs to my car. They are not acting on my behalf or in my interests - my insurers are. I'm not impressed with the number of messages from the AA and they are now blocked and reported for spam.

https://www.bigjohnd.org.uk/Octavia1/Crunch/Orrysdale%2027-3-26.mp4 My car's being repaired next week, meanwhile the Merc's insurer (the AA) is harassing me.

@BigAde Thanks again!

Nope. After >8 years of ownership, I've suffered a faulty electric window swtich assembly, a small oil leak (sorted when the timing belt and water pump were replaced at around 100K miles), a new battery at 7 years and recently free replacement front discs and pads following scheduled new discs and pads which vibrated like h*ll. A front headlight bulb failed and I made the mistake of letting the trainee at Halfrauds replace it. He put it in upside down. Otherwise little to report. Regular servicing at a recognised independent Skoda dealer pays off.

There might be an entry at MENU -> CAR -> STATUS (done that from memory so may be incorrect) to give a hint. It could just be a dirty connection on your trailer light socket/plug.

Try: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/537730-amundsen-mib2-map-updates-20262027/ Note that Traffic Info has ceased - VAG no longer subscribe.

See here: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/536308-interior-lights-not-working/#findComment-5983557 https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/536308-interior-lights-not-working/#findComment-5983634 Photos (as I was unable to upload them): https://bigjohnd.org.uk/Octavia1/ You shouldn't need to remove the whole assembly, it can be dismantled in situ. There are three sets of wires to consider as well, which can be tricky to disconnect. A set of trim removal tools aren't essential but make the job easier. There are small springs either side of the drawer which are fiddly to replace, but it can be done! I can send more photos later as I'm not at home at the mo.'

11 years is really good going for a battery and was clearly at the end of its life. Mine failed at about 7 when it just started the car one morning at -2°C. I went straight away for a replacement new one from a nearby ATS. It seemed expensive but then it was a big battery for a diesel auto with stop-start. It's been first class. 🤞🏻

The bushes were replaced when the discs and pads were replaced in January. The steering was significantly sharpened up. So the brakes were the prime suspect.

Absolutely delighted!

You leave the whole assembly in roof, removing the three fascia pieces and the two screws to remove the main circuit board. Disconnecting the three cables is a bit tricky. If you're soldering, you need to take the main board completely out. I was unable to remove the complete assembly despite having a set of trim removal tools and knowing where to put them. There's no need to remove the glasses drawer. If you do, the return springs are likely to fall out and be fiddly to re-fit correctly.