Hello. I've been lurking for a while but I am in a bit of a quandary and would appreciate some advice.
The DPF light is showing on my 325d, from about 2-3 miles into each journey. I have tried to get it to regenerate by running it at 2,500 rpm + for an hour or so but to no avail and have taken it to a local independent garage who tried some additive in an attempt to get it to regenerate.
It looks like a new DPF is required, for which I have been quoted £1,600 - £1,700. However, the indy has suggested removing the DPF and reprogramming the ECU, for which he would charge a few hundred. I asked whether this would present any problems at MOT time and he said not - it is an MOT test station.
I am not convinced that removal is pemissable - on the other site HJ says it is illegal but I know that some people have had it done. I am also concerned about insurance implications and whether it would have an effect on the car's value when I eventually sell it.
Bite the bullet for a new DPF or take the cheaper (?) option?
With hindsight it was a mistake to buy a diesel and I won't have another one but I am where I am with it and I'm not in a position to change the car in the next year or two.
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