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Offline Northy 8

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Slight oil leak
« on: 23 August 2026, 20:23 »
Hi buying a mk7.5 golf gti
Says on last mot in april has slight oil leak off side timing cover area..
Is it a common problem and not a massive problem
Thanks


Offline Finglonga

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Re: Slight oil leak
« Reply #1 on: 23 August 2026, 23:38 »
The phaser covers are prone to leaking, easy to see as right at the top of the engine. I have had mine replaced and they are weeping oil again.