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Medd Motors LTD With daily posts about everyday garage life we hope to provide you with the inside look into a modern day garage.

Medd Motors Ltd was established in 2012 and designed to provide a reliable high quality vehicle maintenance/repair service to cars and vans at an affordable price. We are based in Holme upon Spalding Moor, and provide services in and around the surrounding areas. We are able to work with any make and model vehicle and take pride in our work to provide a trusted and valued service, with customer safety and satisfaction as our priority. We offer a complimentary pick up service and are available to come out to your vehicle should it be unable to travel to the garage.

19/10/2026

🔧 A Simple Test That Can Reveal a Big Problem! 🚗💨

Ever wondered how we can check for a possible head gasket failure without taking the engine apart? 🤔

Here's a quick demonstration of one of the tests we use in the workshop!

Using a combustion leak tester, we draw gases from the cooling system through a special testing fluid.

🧪 If combustion gases are present, the fluid changes colour, giving us an indication that gases from the engine's combustion chambers may be entering the cooling system.

A positive result can point towards a failed head gasket, cracked cylinder head or another internal engine issue.

It's a relatively quick and simple test that can provide some really useful information when diagnosing coolant loss, overheating or excessive cooling system pressure.

Of course, no single test tells the whole story, but it's a great place to start! 🔧

💬 Have you ever had a vehicle with a head gasket problem?

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17/10/2026

🔊 HORRIBLE SCREECHING NOISE FROM THE BRAKES! 😱🚗

Imagine having an almost BRAND NEW Mercedes and suddenly hearing a horrendous screeching noise every time you drive! 😬

The customer contacted Mercedes, who quoted £185 + VAT just to investigate the noise! 😳 That's before any additional labour or repairs!

Luckily, they brought the car to Medd Motors Ltd instead! 🔧

After investigating, we discovered the culprit... a tiny stone trapped behind the brake disc! 🪨😂

Something so small causing such an unbelievable noise!

✅ Fault diagnosed
✅ Stone removed
✅ Brakes checked
✅ Noise completely eliminated
✅ All sorted for just ONE hour's labour! 💪

💰 Potentially saving the customer HUNDREDS of pounds compared with a main dealer visit!

Sometimes the smallest problems make the BIGGEST noises! 😂

👇 BE HONEST... If your nearly new Mercedes started making this noise, would you fear the worst? 😱

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16/10/2026

🔧 Ford Focus – EGR Flow Fault! 🚗

We recently had this 2020 Ford Focus diesel in the workshop with an EGR-related fault.

After carrying out some diagnostics, we traced the problem to a partially blocked EGR filter.

The metal gauze inside the filter had become clogged with carbon and soot deposits, restricting the flow of exhaust gases through the EGR system and triggering an insufficient flow fault.

It's surprising just how much carbon can build up in these systems over time! 😬

The EGR system plays an important role in reducing harmful emissions, but carbon build-up can sometimes cause problems with its operation.

🔧 Another good example of why it's important to diagnose the cause of a fault rather than simply replacing parts!

💬 Fellow mechanics, have you come across this issue on the Ford diesel engines before?

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15/10/2026

🔧 Would You Risk an Engine Flush on This MINI? 🤔

We recently had this petrol MINI in the workshop after the customer experienced warning lights pointing towards possible oil pressure issues.

But there was a little more to the story! 👀

The customer had owned the vehicle for less than a year and had been told by the garage she purchased it from that it had been serviced before she collected it.

After experiencing problems, she even paid for an independent inspector to assess the vehicle, who suggested that an engine flush would resolve the issue.

Now, looking at the amount of dirt and sludge inside this engine, we're not so convinced! 😬

Our concern with carrying out an engine flush on an engine in this condition is the possibility of dislodging built-up sludge and debris, potentially allowing it to circulate through the lubrication system or block the oil pickup strainer and oilways.

With possible oil pressure issues already present, that's certainly not a risk we'd take lightly!

🔧 A QUESTION FOR OUR FELLOW MECHANICS!

💬 Would you risk carrying out an engine flush on something in this condition?

💬 If you did, would you be prepared to take responsibility if the engine subsequently failed?

💬 Or would you explain the potential risks to the customer beforehand and make sure they understood what could happen?

We're genuinely interested to hear how other garages would approach this situation. There's often more than one way to tackle a problem, and we'd love to hear your opinions! 👇

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14/10/2026

🚨 A Seriously Dangerous Find on This Ford Ranger! 🚨

This 2021 Ford Ranger recently came into the workshop for a wet belt replacement and an issue with stiff brakes.

However, while carrying out the work, we discovered something quite shocking! 😳

The steering rack housing had actually cracked in half, with the two mounting bolts being the only things holding it in position! 🔧

What makes this even more concerning is that the damage was completely hidden behind the vehicle's undertrays, meaning it wasn't visible until they were removed.

With the steering system being such a critical part of vehicle safety, this could have had some very serious consequences if it had gone unnoticed.

It's a great example of how dangerous defects can sometimes be hiding completely out of sight, even when a vehicle is in for something totally unrelated!

💬 Have any of you ever seen a steering rack fail like this before?

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13/10/2026

🔧 A Couple of Good Reasons to Keep on Top of Your Vehicle Maintenance! 🚗

Here's a little video from the workshop showing two things you definitely don't want to ignore!

🔧 A badly worn ball joint – Excessive play in a suspension joint can affect your vehicle's handling and steering, and in extreme cases could even result in the joint separating.

🛞 An almost bald tyre – Worn tyres offer significantly less grip, particularly in wet conditions, increasing the risk of aquaplaning and longer stopping distances.

Both are important safety issues that can easily go unnoticed during everyday driving.

Regular vehicle checks and maintenance can help catch problems like these before they become dangerous.

💬 When was the last time you checked your tyres?

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🚐 2026 Mercedes-Benz Vito – Full Service 🔧We recently had this lovely 2026 Mercedes Vito in the workshop for its full se...
12/10/2026

🚐 2026 Mercedes-Benz Vito – Full Service 🔧

We recently had this lovely 2026 Mercedes Vito in the workshop for its full service, keeping it maintained and ready for the road ahead.

💡 Did you know?

You don't have to use a main dealership to service your vehicle just because it's still under the manufacturer's warranty.

As long as the correct specification parts and oils are used, the manufacturer's servicing requirements are followed and the work is properly documented, using an independent garage won't normally affect your manufacturer's warranty.

At Medd Motors, we pride ourselves on providing quality workmanship, competitive pricing and a friendly, personal service.

Whether it's a brand-new vehicle or something a little older, we're always happy to help! 🔧

📩 Get in touch for servicing, repairs or MOT bookings.

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06/10/2026

🔧💡 VW TRANSPORTER – NO DIPPED HEADLIGHTS!

This Transporter came into us with both dipped headlights completely inoperative.

Now this one turned into a bit of a head-scratcher! 🧐

Rather than throwing parts at it, we got the wiring diagrams out and worked through the circuit step by step.

We confirmed the main headlight switch was sending the correct signal, but found NO POWER reaching either of the 15A dipped-beam fuses. ❌

Supplying the circuit manually brought BOTH headlights straight to life 💡💡

That immediately proved the fuses, wiring, bulbs and earths from that point onwards were all working correctly. ✅

So we worked backwards through the circuit...

Eventually we reached the steering-column combination/dip switch.

We had a good 12V supply going INTO the switch...

But absolutely nothing coming OUT on the dipped-beam circuit. ❌

One final test — supplying 12V directly to that output wire — and both dipped headlights came straight on.

🎯 FAULT FOUND!

A faulty steering-column combination switch.

Jobs like this are exactly why proper diagnostics matter.

Without the correct wiring information, electrical faults can quickly turn into expensive guesswork and unnecessary parts being replaced.

Sometimes the component that's actually failed isn't where you'd initially expect!

👇 FOR THE MECHANICS & DIAGNOSTIC GUYS...

At the point where you had no power at either dipped-beam fuse, but both headlights worked when the circuit was manually powered — where would you have gone next?

Let us know in the comments 👇 Always interesting to see how other people would approach the same fault!

🔧 Medd Motors Ltd

Diagnostics | Servicing | Repairs | MOTs

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My van feels fine, so it must be fine... right? 🤔Most of the time that's true, but not always.An annual service isn't ju...
28/07/2026

My van feels fine, so it must be fine... right? 🤔

Most of the time that's true, but not always.

An annual service isn't just about keeping the engine healthy. It's also about checking the many other components that keep your vehicle safe, comfortable, and economical to run.

Your suspension plays a huge role in how your vehicle handles on the road. Rubber bushes are fitted to absorb vibrations, reduce noise, and help smooth out the bumps, potholes, and generally poor condition of British roads.

This suspension bush had almost completely separated from its inner sleeve, which is what holds the suspension arm securely in place.

The van drove perfectly fine, and the customer had no idea there was an issue. However, it was likely only weeks away from failing completely. Once that happens, the suspension arm can move excessively, leading to poor handling, instability, uneven tyre wear, and potentially much higher repair costs further down the line.

Fortunately, this is a relatively inexpensive repair when caught early. Replacing it now not only restores proper handling but also helps prevent unnecessary tyre wear and additional suspension damage.

Sometimes the faults you can't feel are the ones worth finding. ✅

27/07/2026

Guess... or check? 🔍

When a vehicle comes in with a fault, the first thing we do is check the fault codes to see what the vehicle thinks is wrong with itself.

A lot of people believe the diagnostic computer simply tells us what's faulty, we replace that part, and the job's done. If only it were that simple!

Modern vehicle diagnostics is about interpreting the information, not blindly following it.

This van came in with AdBlue system faults, saying one of the NOx sensors wasn't responding as expected. It would have been easy to fit a new sensor and send it on its way, but in reality, that wouldn't have fixed the actual problem. The warning light would have been back on within days or weeks.

After carrying out the correct testing, we found the real fault. The AdBlue injector had become clogged with AdBlue deposits and carbon, meaning it wasn't atomising the fluid correctly. Because of that, the exhaust emissions weren't what they should have been, so the NOx sensor readings were incorrect.

A thorough clean later, and everything is now working exactly as it should.

This video shows one of the checks we carry out. It confirms the wiring, pipework, pump, injector operation, and spray pattern are all working correctly before any parts are replaced.

Let me know what your process is for fault finding down below?
Diagnosis isn't guessing... it's testing. ✅

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12:30pm

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