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Hi, I have a 1983 Series 3, 2286 diesel. It has plenty of MOT but I took it to the test station to get an idea of where it was currently failing. Result - test abandoned after two minutes due to a "dangerous" fuel leak. I've had a look and this is where the leak is: 1. Each...

All in all it's a nightmare. But proving very entertaining. Now fully taxed, insurered and has 6 months of MOT also. Not bad for £150. I'll post a question about a fuel leak also. Thanks very much for all your help by the way.

Thanks very much everyone - great info. It was a little more perky today to be fair but it does not like hills - and that's being kind. It is now covering my drive in a thick film of diesel which someone who knows half of nothing about cars said was a broken return valve. No idea what that...

Cheers. I'm baffled by the bonus black button topped control. Have I made a terrible mistake buying a diesel?

Hi all, I've just joined the forum after many moons of looking at all the helpful advice having just become an owner of a Series III. It's 29 years old (A-Reg), van type (just windows in the door at the back - none on the sides) and a 2286 diesel. Basically I got it for an absolute bargain...