DPF Used
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Try a Breakers.
Not sure I'd want to buy somebody else's problem.
I'd rather take a punt on this;
You could just get it mapped out for about £400.I considered that and had a cheaper aftermarket one sent but it was awful. The sensors didn’t even fit properly. I’ve now found an Approved part at £1200. I’m new to all this and don't fully understand it all. Genuine from VW is £2500
It’s controversial but lots of us have gone down that route
Not just your MOT but also your insurance. ‘Vehicle must be maintained in a roadworthy condition’ stated on every insurance policy I’ve read.
It’s the actual filter that has split can these be welded.
I once worked with someone who had a claim refused over mudflaps and the ombudsman upheld it.
If you're at fault and its a weighty bill the insurance taliban will use the tiniest reason to anally invade you.
UK MOT Manual; section 8. You need an MOT in the UK to be roadworthy.
MOT inspection manual: cars and passenger vehicles - 8. Nuisance - Guidance - GOV.UK
Noise, exhaust emissions, engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) (sometimes called an engine management light or 'EML'), and fluid leak rules and inspection for car and passenger vehicle MOT tests.
The only way you know it’s ‘good’ is if it’s new. You could take a chance on a scrapyard if it’s just a case of getting a fully functional vehicle.Didn’t mean to start a DPF debatehow about if anyone can recommend a good aftermarket DPF?
From what I've read here on the subject I think the preferable solution is to remove it and get it cleaned. That way you know it'll fit back and will be ready to reset with VCDS or similar.Didn’t mean to start a DPF debate
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If it has split I’d guess (big guess) it’s down to a major thermal or pressure event, as it’s unlikely to overpressure because your engine would stop I say it was down to FIRE.
I’m no expert on DPFs but most things that end up in this situation are scrap.
I’m no expert on DPFs but most things that end up in this situation are scrap.
I’m clutching my
No idea if this search is any good but it appeared to offer a selection.