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Pleasure Peter, I could be wrong, but I don’t think it was until 2015 ish that the recording system became computerised, so it’s unlikely that you will get anything until the car would have been 13 years old - previous history was most likely retained in a stamped-up service book. Having said that, anything is worth a try. Perhaps you could keep us posted. Kind regards, Gareth.

Thanks Peter, Access to VAG computerised service history is via. dealers or authorised persons only - not private individuals.

Register your want on on-line car breaker link systems such as Partsfinder ( there are others as well). Also EBay International. Please let us know how you get on.

Hello Peter, Can your friend go back to the seller on the off chance they still have that detailed history somewhere? If you don’t ask, you don’t know! It’s worth going to see your nearest Audi dealer ( armed with your V5) and enquire whether there is any recent computerised service history on the Audi database. If both of these draw blanks, then I guess you just have to do a comprehensive service on it now, and continue to record its history under your ownership. Please let us know how you get on Peter. Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Stuart, So you have already replaced the seal once ( in recent past?) and it still leaks?? If so, if the new seal used was of a reputable brand, then it’s probable that the rear main bearing is worn to an extent that allows to crankshaft to whip slightly and keep wearing the seal. Kind regards, Gareth.

Where have you tried so far David?

Dealer or private sale Will? If the latter, my angle on any private sale is don’t get interested in purchasing any vehicle from anyone, unless it has a V5 registered to the owner at the address you are viewing it at. Length of ownership would also be important to me. It could end in tears. Kind regards, Gareth.

I’m closing this thread due to the OP’s disrespectful attitude.

Couldn’t agree more. Master Sport?? Always, just always, ‘invest’ in quality parts at most competitive prices.

What make of parts are you intending to buy from Autodoc?

Try Parts in Motion (Exeter) website. Why Autodoc with postage charges?

Thanks Matthew, Go to LLL Parts website, and you should be able to identify it probably get a part number. Perhaps you could let us know how you get on.

Take the car on at least a 10 mile run, then without switching the engine off, get an assistant to increase the revs. and hold it at a steady 2000rpm for 2 mins, while you observe the exhaust smoke - then report back.

Thanks Shakinna, No, I cannot offer you any such guarantee. What I would suggest you do is to ‘rig up’ your original switch - not connected into the gearbox, but with cables connected, and do the same test as you did with the new one, and compare the amount of travel necessary to get the reverse lights to work - if they do. An easier way to check it would be with a multimeter set on ohms and just check for continuity when the plunger is depressed. Please let us know how you get on. Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello, It sounds like the bit in the gearbox which activates the switch plunger isn’t moving the plunger sufficiently. Aftermarket switch? Kind regards, Gareth.

Diesel or petrol? Colour of smoke?

As with any battery, it’s only as efficient as the equipment that recharges it, so yes, the alternator output is critical. What make battery was fitted as a matter of interest?

Stop/start not work can be a classic symptom of a failing battery. I would suggest getting the battery efficiency check first - Halfords stores are usually capable of doing that. Worth getting the alternator output checked at the same time. It would be worth returning to the forum before committing to buy anything if anything is found to be substandard. Please let us know how you get on Charles. Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Lanerissa, Thanks for joining. To eliminate the simple things first:- Was the new battery coded to the car? Have you had the alternator output checked? (In that order). Kind regards, Gareth.

Anything so far of any help to you Gary?

Any update Mick?

I can’t point you towards any other possibilities other than a blocked filler breather. I would be checking this before delving into other possibilities. Does it behave any differently if you just trickle the fuel in (already asked but no reply), or indeed if you alter the angle the fuel nozzle?

Welcome Gary, Have a look at current thread for someone wanting a front bumper for an 80 Cabriolet. Have you tried EBay?

Thank you, If you had said, I wouldn’t have wasted your time with the suggestion. Your chances of finding someone breaking one on here?? Possibly another daft suggestion, but EBay International, as opposed to U.K.?

Welcome. Can we take it you have registered your ‘want’ with on line car breaker link systems such as Partsfinder - there are more? Kind regards, Gareth.