Is the fuel cap flap supposed to be locked when I lock up the car? Locked the car and I could still open the fuel cap flap?!  if it's not lockable, is it possible to retrofit something to lock the cap when I lock the car?

Many thanks,

Alex

Hello Alex,

I believe it should lock. Possible cause - sticky solenoid plunger which moves to lock the cap. Open the flap, and look to the side of the inside recess to locate the plunger, then give it a squirt of WD40. Alternatively, you may need to remove the boot inner side covering and attack/ replace it from there.

Kind regards,

Gareth. 

I agree with Gareth it should lock. 

Did you get anywhere with this after Alex? 

Disappointing that Alex is re-visiting the forum, but is not able to react to advice given. 

I've had a look on the forum but I've not yet had the chance to look at the fuel cap recess! I will, soon and get back to you.

Faulty locking mechanism. They're replacing it on Monday. £130, not bad.

Not bad!-? 

2 hours ago, Magnet said:

Not bad!-? 

Hi Gareth considering the part is only about £25 makes you wonder if thats not bad for about an hours work, including tea.

Steve.

I'm used to BMW level cost of repairs! 😛 

Of course you are both right, and on reflection, the £130 charged wasn’t too bad. It’s just my mind would have been set on the very low cost resolution of a squirt of WD40 and a light tap on the offender. 
It’s a Welsh thing of short arms and deep pockets!

Glad it’s fixed, and thanks for returning me to the true scene of economics? 
Kind regards,

Gareth. 

Fixed. Car was in and out within 2 hours! Happy that it's now locked down.