**update**
The mechanic that checked and quoted the parts below stopped replying to a couple texts but finally he rang to say that I had asked too many questions and that it wasn’t worth the money I was paying to do the work😅. He said he’d not reply and give me a time to call other mechanics and see that their prices are higher and then know that he’s prices were reasonable. I wasn’t even asking or cared about the prices - I had asked if the parts were new or second hand and if it came with a warranty and also if he’d done the pressure test that has been suggested.. the answer is no to all 🥲 he said it’s just my inexperience that’s making me ask these questions and that I wouldn’t usually ask if I went to a garage instead of a mobile mechanic (I would cause I just think it’s useful to know 😬) ahhhhh!!
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So I’ve had four people check out my red engine oil light and no one is sure what the problem could be 😅🥲 (Halfords, garage I bought the car from, RAC and a mobile mechanic)
So we’ve concluded that:
- there is enough engine oil
- the oil quality appears good (I only bought the car in Nov so may do an interim service soon but these issues have been ongoing for 3-4 months)
- diagnostics found no faults
- I have had the sensors replaced and light still remains on
Mobile mechanic recommended doing an oil change and filter & flush but this is a guess and not sure if it will fix the problem (quoted £110 for aftermarket but good quality parts)
Any advice or next steps please would be appreciated!! VW Polo 2013
Separate issues but unrelated - The car also needs a new battery (£70) and supply and fit front spring (£130) so a costly month.
Is the car okay to drive in the meantime?! I feel like no but have been told it’s okay..