I bought the Sealey VS5293 HT lead removal tool and have to say it was pretty much useless. It's almost impossible to get the 'tooth' to hold against the metal HT lead shroud as the lead rotates when you're trying to engage the tool.

I've managed to remove all 4 HT leads but these bits are left attached to 3 out of the 4 plugs;

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Have those bits broken off the HT leads and I need a new set of leads or do they just insert back into the rubber HT lead inserts and fit back on the new plug?

I'm guessing these plugs haven't been changed since 23/05/2016 where an invoice from one of the previous owners shows them being charged for (at a Ford dealer).

Placed an order on ebay yesterday morning for a set of CI X1698 ignition leads from Motor World Direct, a Tetrosyl company, with an estimated delivery date of 29th Dec and was amazed that they got delivered today by Evri. 15% off with code WINTERDEAL15.

All fitted and car started first time. No problems on a short test drive.