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Warning lights, MOT tips, repair costs and common faults by make and model — everything you need to know before you visit a garage.

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30
Car models covered
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Warning lights explained

Warning Lights & Engine Faults

3 guides
🚨 Complete Reference
Car Dashboard Warning Lights Explained — Complete UK Guide
Every dashboard warning light covered — red, amber, green and blue. What each symbol means, how urgent it is and exactly what to do next.
40+ lights covered · 8 min read
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🔴 Warning Lights
What Does the Engine Management Light Mean?
Solid vs flashing, the 10 most common causes, whether it's safe to drive and exactly what to do — including MOT implications.
6 min read
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⚠️ Engine Health
Is It Safe to Drive With Low Oil?
The difference between the amber oil level light and the red oil pressure light — and what happens if you ignore either one.
5 min read
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MOT Guides

2 guides
🛡️ MOT Advice
Most Common MOT Failures in the UK — And How to Avoid Them
The top 10 MOT failure reasons, typical repair costs, and the pre-MOT checks you can do yourself in 20 minutes.
7 min read
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🛡️ MOT Advice
How to Prepare Your Car for an MOT Test
A complete pre-MOT checklist — lights, tyres, brakes, fluids and more. What to check, when to check it and what to do on the day.
6 min read
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Repair Costs

2 guides
💷 Repair Costs
How Much Does a Car Diagnostic Cost at a UK Garage?
UK garages charge £50–£80 just to tell you what's wrong. Here's what you're actually paying for — and a £1.99 alternative.
5 min read
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💷 Repair Costs
How Much Does a Timing Belt Replacement Cost in the UK?
Costs £250–£600 depending on your car. What's included, when it needs doing and what happens if the belt snaps.
6 min read
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Common Problems
by Make & Model

30 models

Known faults, warning lights, repair costs and MOT tips for the most popular cars on UK roads — specific to your exact make and model.

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Ford
Fiesta
6 faults · 2002–2023
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Vauxhall
Corsa
6 faults · 2000–present
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Ford
Focus
6 faults · 1998–present
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Volkswagen
Golf
6 faults · Mk4–Mk8
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Nissan
Qashqai
6 faults · 2006–present
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Vauxhall
Astra
6 faults · 2004–present
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BMW
3 Series
6 faults · E46–G20
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Toyota
Yaris
6 faults · 1999–present
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Peugeot
208
6 faults · 2012–present
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Kia
Sportage
6 faults · 2010–present
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Honda
Jazz
6 faults · 2002–present
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Mercedes
C-Class
6 faults · 2000–present
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Audi
A3
6 faults · 1996–present
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Hyundai
Tucson
6 faults · 2004–present
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Renault
Clio
6 faults · 1998–present
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SEAT
Ibiza
6 faults · 2002–present
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Skoda
Octavia
6 faults · 2004–present
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Range Rover
Evoque
6 faults · 2011–present
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Toyota
Corolla
6 faults · 2001–present
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Mazda
CX-5
6 faults · 2012–present
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Ford
Kuga
6 faults · 2008–present
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Volkswagen
Polo
6 faults · 2002–present
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BMW
1 Series
6 faults · 2004–present
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Vauxhall
Mokka
6 faults · 2012–present
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Audi
A4
6 faults · 2004–present
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Nissan
Juke
6 faults · 2010–present
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Mercedes
A-Class
6 faults · 1997–present
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Ford
Mondeo
6 faults · 2000–2022
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Honda
CR-V
6 faults · 2001–present
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Toyota
RAV4
6 faults · 2000–present
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Kia
Sportage
6 common faults · 2010–present
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Free Resource

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25-Point Car Health Checklist — Free Printable PDF
Fluids, tyres, brakes, lights and MOT prep — 25 checks every UK driver should do regularly. Free PDF, no email required.
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