Recent content by mikereadin

Went camping this weekend - car (as ever) performed impecably to get us there, however get to Sunday morning to leave and nothing. Seemed a battery issue so we tried jumping it but no joy either...went home on a tow-truck and the mechanic reckoned that it is either the start-motor ignition gone...

What is the best way to check the chain? Is it possible with a quick look/listen to see or do I need to open some bits up?

Hi all, have signed up to try and find a little more info from those who know these cars best before taking to the garage... My Fiance has an '03 reg Micra S 1.2 Auto which has recently started feeling a little unhealthy. Symptons are: Fuel economy getting worse - having to fill up...