Rockinghorse

The only time I have ever had condensation on my windscreen was when there was a leak. Since the windscreen was replaced I have not had an issue. It was a long drawn out process which was particularly disappointing as the whole of the cars interior had to be stripped. If this does turn out to be your problem make sure to check everything after the work as I suffered considerable damage to various internal trims etc.

When my 2019 Karoq SEL DSG started having that problem I took it in to the dealership and they kept it for several weeks trying to find the problem. Turned out the windscreen was leaking and water was running down the back of the bulkhead behind the carpet. This is a well known issue with the Karoq which you will see if you google it. Check thoroughly to see if your carpet is damp and if so take it in for investigation. You should not have any condensation at all if everything is sealed up correctly. I havent suffered any since the repair.

Your problem does seem like a software problem and an update might well sort it. I found that my issue was just caused by a remote battery going flat and the locking system getting out of sync when trying to get in the car. I fitted a new battery and went through the syncing cycle and all has been well for the last 11 months. The dealership offered to replace the locks but I could not see the point as everything is fine now ( fingers crossed ). I dont trust the dealership to do work on anything bodywork related as I usually end up with damage. They do fix it but I just dont want to go through the agro of getting it sorted.

You did really well, I've never managed that sort of mileage but at least 60k. Did your Tuguan have electronic parking brakeby any chance?

I am on the original pads all round as I have only completed 24,600 miles since new in 2019. I was surpeised as I would expect to change front pads 1st but they are only 10-12% worn I am very light on brakes and would normally expect to achieve 50-60,000 mile on a set of pads. That has always been the case over many cars in my 55 years of driving.

Its very similar with the 1.5 TSI, If you keep between 60-65 mph the mpg is the best.

I've booked it in to be done - I will see what they find and report back.

Thats very interesting and well documented. You obviously do very varied journeys whereas I do very regular ones and have never before seen such a difference between winter and summer. My longer journeys ( 250 miles each way ) are only once or twice a year. Last year I did travel from Devon to the lake district and managed the best ever of 49 mpg, but that was the 1st time in 6 years and never seen again.

Hi Yes Auto, but I would still expect fronts to wear 1st as they take more of the load. I have seen numerous posts with similar issue though. I still think after market pads are superior to originals as the manufacturers want them to wear out quick to give dealerships the work.

Hi Yes, a printed report. I know what you mean, the problem with Skoda service is that it states 'parts will be replaced if required'. I've always been very suspicious of that term. I have always made a point of telling the service staff that I expect the service parts to be replaced and I want it in writing as 'I will be checking afterwards' - I never have.

All my motoring life I have always used Mintex pads and discs and have always had at least 50,000 miles out of them. I much prefer them to manufacturer parts as they last longer and I have never had a Mintex disc which scored and pitted like the originals.

It comes hard paying people when I have repaired my cars myself all my life. I dont think there are many jobs I havent done. My local independant has quoted £110 inc parts, labour and vat to do the rear pads as my discs look like new ( no ridge no scoring ) so its much better than main dealer.

Thanks for your comments guys. My car has been on Skoda Allin package for the last three years and supposedly had new spark plugs and filters last year but I always find that my MPG is down after it has been serviced and gets back to normal after a few weeks and that happened again last year. I find if I do a long run of 250 miles it seems to sort it out. I have never before noticed a drop of more than a mile or two in winter, but I have never managed to achieve the 62 mpg that some people publish either. I have to admit that ( senior moment ) I hadn't considered the brake issue even though my rear pads are almost shot but my fronts are only 10% worn. I am thinking it is probably the electronic parking brake issue that I have seen many people complain about. I have never noticed any issue with it coming on and off and not detected any drag but the wear would certainly point to it. Cheers guys.

Crazy - why didn't I link the two??????????????????????????????? I believe you can do the job without a computer - You can take off the parking brake motor and wind it back manually. I would do it myself but I have two knee replacements and just can't get down that low anymore without pain. Thanks guys