07/08/2026
👨🏽🔧🔧 FULL HOUSE AT R&J! 🔧👨🏽🔧
It’s safe to say we’ve been super busy lately with a bit of everything coming through the workshop!
The gaffer and MOT tester Rob has also been off enjoying a well-earned break in Bali 🌴🍻 (alright for some 😂), but he’s officially back, so it’s all hands on deck again and MOT testing is back in full swing!
Here’s a look at just a few of the jobs we’ve had in recently 👇
🚗 VW Tiguan – New Camshafts
Starting with one for a family member… always our favourite jobs, obviously! 😂 This Tiguan came in for replacement camshafts, a fairly involved engine repair. The camshafts control the opening and closing of the engine valves, so wear or damage here can cause poor running, loss of performance and potentially further engine problems if left unresolved.
🚗 MINI – Cooling System / Thermal Management Module
This MINI unfortunately overheated and broke down, leaving the customer needing to have it recovered straight to us. We traced the problem to the thermal management module, an important part of controlling coolant flow and engine temperature. We’re getting that sorted and the cooling system back operating as it should so we can get the customer safely back on the road.
🛻 Nissan Navara – MOT Repairs & Fuel Sensor Fault
The Navara has been with us for the repairs required following its MOT, alongside investigating an issue with the fuel sensor system. Not everything that comes through our doors is a straightforward service or MOT – fault finding and diagnostics are a big part of what we do too.
🚗 VW Golf – Engine Unit & Injector
The Golf required a replacement engine unit and injector, involving both mechanical and electrical/diagnostic work. The ECU manages many of the engine’s key functions, while the injectors need to deliver the correct amount of fuel at precisely the right time – so getting everything working together correctly is essential.
🚐 Ford Transit – Brakes, MOT & Wheel Bearing
A proper workhorse in for some important maintenance: front brakes, MOT and a wheel bearing replacement. Brakes and wheel bearings are both major safety components, so any excessive wear, noise or play is something worth getting checked sooner rather than later.
🚗 Nissan Micra – MOT, Belts & Crankshaft Seal
And finally, this Micra came in for its MOT, along with a new auxiliary belt, water pump belt and crankshaft oil seal. The leaking crank seal was dealt with before fitting the new belts, helping keep oil away from components where it definitely doesn’t belong!
From MOTs and routine maintenance to diagnostics, engine work and bigger repairs, there’s plenty going on behind the doors at R&J.
📅 Rob’s back, the MOT bay is running again and bookings are filling up, so if your MOT is due or your car needs some attention, get in touch and we’ll get you booked in.
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📍 R&J MOT & Repairs Ltd – Cromford
No job too big or small – just another busy week keeping you on the road. 🔧🚗
