hi all

I'am looking at a Mk2 Superb ( 2011 ) tdi 2.0 with approx 140,000 miles and during the test drive I noticed

1. there is a grinding/rubbing noise when on full lock to the left and when stationary
   

2. a metalic noise from the rear near wheel when turning teh steering to full lock left .
   

3. I noticed that both front tyres have wear on the inner sides and will need to be replaced ( obviously the tracking is out )

   
   
   Apart from the above the car is faultless so i'am looking for possible causes and those that i have come across while searching the web are
   
   1. Steering rack issues
   
   or
   
   2. front strut mounts

   
   
   What is the best way to determine what fault it is ?.

Thanks in advance
Brendan

The only aspect I can pass on to check from experience on my Mk2 are the brake disc dust shields.

These are prone to rot through and can create rattling and metallic grinding noises. Easy enough and cheap to replace.

Have a look at them through the wheel and give them a prod and you will soon know if they are rotted out!

My Mk2 is a 2014, 97k miles and I've recently had to replace all the suspension arms due to bush wear/corrosion. Rear springs have also been changed and I'm about to get the front springs done as one had just been picked up on MOT as broken. Largely down to the state of the roads as I am very much aware of avoiding potholes and slowing down for speed bumps etc.

Once you have everything sorted a 4 wheel alignment would be a good idea.

Cheers

Dave

Is there power steering fluid in to the right level?