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[SD1too]

Originally Posted by MikeGTA

I'm sure we all reach a point when the maths don't make sense keeping a car.
I'm assuming with a new MOT it might be worth 1-1.5k?

Hi Mike,

The "maths" to which you've referred is a common myth. The monetary value of your car is irrelevant. Its practical value to you is very high; you "bloomin' love it" and it's been "faultless" for ten years; that's what's important.

Originally Posted by MikeGTA

I am pretty unconfident with spanners and DIY.
I don't know what to do..

OK, let's look at the faults.

Originally Posted by MikeGTA

Windscreen wiper wash doesn't work, changed motor, changed stalk. Nothing. (this is not a recent problem)

Systematically replacing parts in the hope of striking lucky is not the best approach. It drains your bank account and is demoralising. Find someone with a multimeter and start by checking that a voltage appears at the pump connector.

Originally Posted by MikeGTA

Discs on back low. I was quoted £600 by my mechanic if it was a MOT failure.

Replacing rear discs is a staple task for garages (and I've done it myself on my car). £600 sounds excessive to me. Even if your mechanic is your brother-in-law, I would harvest some more quotes for that routine replacement.

Originally Posted by MikeGTA

Headlining starting to go at the rear.

I'm sure that you can live with that.

Originally Posted by MikeGTA

I don't know what to do.

Start an internet search for people in your area with the expertise to tackle these problems at a reasonable price.

I hope that this helps a little.

Simon

[Matt_75]

Just had a thought, Mike. Did you check the 150Amp mega fuse?