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Old 31st October 2021, 07:27   #4
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Originally Posted by dave1850 View Post
One advisory concerned slight misting on the rear OS shock absorber ... should I replace both rear shocks at the same time?
The question doesn't really arise at present Dave. Advisories are merely observations. "Slight misting" on a shock absorber is common. It will probably stay like that for many years. You will know when the shocks need replacing (in pairs) because the ride will be unmistakenly hard or bouncy. Until then, leave well alone and save your money!

Simon

PS The same goes for the arms. Surface corrosion is to be expected; many cars have it. Your car would have failed the MOT if the tester considered the corrosion to be potentially dangerous.
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