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MOT Surprise: 20-Year-Old Tyres on a Nissan NV200 Category: Jobs We’ve Fixed | Published: 19.02.2026

The Problem:
This Nissan NV200 van came in for a routine MOT. The owner hadn’t had it long and just wanted peace of mind that everything was in order. During the test, though, we spotted something worrying – all four tyres were over 20 years old and in poor condition. They were actually older than the […]

Audi A5 Squeak & Clutch Trouble – Fixed Properly Category: Jobs We’ve Fixed | Published: 12.02.2026

The Problem With The A5 This Audi A5 came into the workshop with two worries: a persistent squeaking noise from the engine bay and a clutch that didn’t feel right. The owner was concerned the noise might be something serious – and they were right to get it checked sooner rather than later. The Duffy […]

Ford Focus with Smoke Under the Bonnet Category: Jobs We’ve Fixed | Published: 04.02.2026

The Problem A customer brought their Ford Focus diesel to us after a breakdown service advised it was safe to drive, but should go straight to a garage. They’d noticed smoke coming from under the bonnet and a strong smell while driving. Understandably, it was worrying, smoke is never something you want to see coming […]

How to Check Tyre Tread Depth Category: Driving | Published: 27.01.2026

Tyre tread depth refers to the vertical measurement between the top surface of the tyre’s tread rubber and the bottom of its main grooves. This depth is what allows tyres to grip the road effectively. Tread patterns, with their channels and grooves, are specifically designed to displace water, enhance traction, and maintain stability across varying […]

Christmas Opening Times 2024 Category: Company news | Published: 18.12.2024

As we start to wind down for Christmas, we wanted to let you know that we will be closed from Friday 20th December 2024 to Thursday 2nd January 2025. Have a great festive break and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year!

Mechanic’s guide: What to buy your car-mad loved one in Christmas 2024 Category: Driving | Published: 13.12.2022

Have you got an auto obsessive in your life? Want to get them a great gift they’ll tell all their friends about? At Duffy Motors, we know what car enthusiasts want to get for Christmas (mainly because it’s what we want for Christmas too). So here’s what our mechanics think you should buy for your […]