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BMW 3 Series & X3 - BMW 2.0D Timing Chain Problems from what year?

I am thinking about buying a new set of wheels which when purchased will have to last us for a very long period of time..... pensioners you know!!! On my shortest of short lists is the 2.0D BMW X3 but ...
HonestJohn.co.uk

Is the Nissan X-Trail susceptible to timing chain problems?

If you have the current model 2.0DCI, then that is a Renault engine fitted to millions of cars and vans and this is the first time I have heard of timing chain failure on it. Will note. But timing ...
The Guardian

Skoda offers paltry ‘goodwill gesture’ for a £4,793 bill for a known fault

We are extremely disappointed in our 2011 Skoda Yeti 1.2 TSI. After 43,000 miles, and despite it having a full Skoda service history, it needs a new engine! We bought it as “used approved” from a ...
The Daily Telegraph

Ask the Expert: My Range Rover needs a new timing chain after 45,000 miles – is this common?

As The Telegraph’s motoring expert, I weigh in on your car dilemmas to save you money and make your driving life easier Having spent brief periods in the motor trade and renting out cars, Alex decided ...
The Daily Telegraph

Problems with VW Golf engine at 64,000 miles

I purchased a new VW Golf GT 1.4 TSI 170 in July 2006. Last summer an engine warning light appeared and a faulty timing chain diagnosed. This was replaced (after 58,736 miles) and VW kindly paid half ...
The Daily Dot

‘I fixed so many cars with this problem’: Mechanic shows what a Toyota with a timing chain problem sounds like. It’s more common than you think

A mechanic posted a viral TikTok showing the sound a Toyota makes with a timing chain problem. Viewers say this can be a simple fix. Featured Video The user @rizzfixx7 has reached over 4,000 likes and ...