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Hi Gareth, Yes, the car is definitely now on a fixed timescale schedule that I have set up with an authorised VW/Audi dealership so we should be good going forward. The spark plug change was flagged up on the system as part of this schedule. Thanks again for the good advice. Regards, Nigel.

Hi again Gareth, I took your advice and consulted with a trusted garage in in the VW/Audi network and have booked the car in for major service including the following: Engine Oil , filter and air & pollen filters Spark plugs Brake fluid flush and replace Check and top up or replace other fluids as required. Check battery. The engine has a timing chain , so no belt replacement needed. They also said the transmission fluid is normally replaced at 40,000 miles and does not need doing at the moment. Thanks again for your help. Regards, Nigel.

Hi Gareth, Thank you for the swift and detailed response. The car has been driven short distances around town on a regular basis and has done no long journeys. I always make sure that it goes to a reputable local garage when the service warning appears, Additionally, when MOT is due we get the garage to check everything over. including tyre condition, battery etc in addition to the MOT inspection work. My concern is for the things you mentioned such as brake/transmission/power steering fluid, timing belt/chain etc in addition to the usual engine coolant, oil & filter replacement. I think I shall follow your advice and seek expert guidance on a comprehensive service based on Audi maintenance schedule. I am also going to get insured on the vehicle and take my father on longer journeys in it. Thanks again for your sound advice. Kind regards, Nigel.

Hi All, My father Has an Audi A1 TFSI Automatic which he bought new in December 2014 and has only done 1,400 miles. The "service required" message has appeared on his dashboard. The car had an oil change service a year or two ago. Does anyone have any advice as to what type of servicing should be done at 4 years old despite the ridiculously low mileage ? I know that Audio auto transmissions can be temperamental (I had problems on a 40,000 mile Audi A3), Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Cheers, Nigel P