Worn rubber had started to affect handling
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We’ve been using a Talex camera locator since our issue 900 test, and as it’s easy to unwittingly reach high speeds in the Golf, it’s been a godsend. It also flags up schools and London’s congestion charge zone.
Rear (left) and front tread depths vary a lot
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