Hi,

I went to look at a  A3 2011 1.6 TDI S line 3dr today with a view to buying. Lovely car, great condition. My only concern was a ticking noise coming from the engine bay when idling. Just wondering if anyone has any ideas what this noise could be? Video included in the link below.

It's not the easiest to hear but it's the ticking noise every 1 to 2 seconds that you can hear in the background. The car has had a recent cambelt and water pump change. It has done 77,000 miles.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/5x5AWop6bGdFEe327

Thank you in advance.

 

 

Hello Andrew,

My hearing is shot, so apologies. 
On another score, we need Steve Y to confirm/refute that this year falls within the ‘low friction engines’ period = high oil consumption. Worth bearing in mind?
Kind regards,

Gareth. 

 

Sorry, but I can't hear any unusual noises.