Just bought a VW Polo help?

[lootmaker]

I got my car VW Polo 1.4 R reg 97. Is there just one white reverse light? When I brake theres a squeaking noise? when i park on an inlcine with the handbrake up i sit in the car the car creaks like its grinding against the suspension.. can anyone help?

[Donna G]

And you say it's just been MOT'd?

I'd take it straight back!

[derekpara]

I've got a Polo 1.4. They only have one reversing light.

Your brake sqeak could be a couple of things, such as rust oin the rear drums, shiny shoes through gentle braking or worn brake shoes. Whenever I buy a used car I always take it to Kwik Fit for a free brake check regardless of MOT date. I advise you to do the same - it could save you money, or your life !

[lethologica]

Congratulations on having bought a really nice car! (Mine's the same but on a 96/N plate!)

Yes there's only one reverse light, the other 'reverse' light, is a fog light (pull the lights dial out when sidelights/mainbeam is on)

Not too sure about the handbreak, mine's not brilliant and could do with adjusting (just haven't got round to it), so I always leave it in gear.

As for the breaking, try taking the wheels off and the drums if you can and cleaning them out with a wire brush.