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  1. Hi Andy......hope you are well?
    Pretty awful weather so far but not hit too bad in Dorset, a few trees down and high water levels but nothing disastrous really....hows it there?

    It sounds like the key is a blank key (as in it doesn't have the immobiliser chip or if it does then it is not reading it correctly)

    Here is a link to a supplier of keys and can programme one up for you

    http://www.car-keys-online.com/category/505/astra.html

  2. Hi Bill.....welcome to the Forum

    If it is coming from a rotating wheel then it has to be either pads or discs rubbing.
    Alternatively, a driveshaft/wheel bearing issue but if it was me I would simulate the problem by clamping off the brake hoses (individually) and running the car with the pads separated slightly away from the disc and listen for noise when applying the brake (when moving very slowly)

  3. Hi Dave.....welcome to the Forum

    It sounds plausible that there are modifications to compensate for previous reliability issues.
    I would be tempted to run with the installation and see how it all goes now you're at this advanced stage.

    It may also be worth speaking to your local Vauxhall parts department to see whether it all tallies up as legitimate modified parts from a recall (maybe worth taking photos of the parts in question)

    Let us know how you get on with it all

  4. Hi Jules....welcome to the Forum

    If the seatbelt is in the rear then the boot is leaking, which is a common fault, but if its in the front then I don't know what that is?

    Has the car come from somewhere like Helston in Cornwall which floods regularly within the year....check the log book for previous owners

    Silicon spray is good for squeaky pedals usually

  5. Hi....welcome to the Forum

    If the headlamps are high then there is an issue with the ride height sensors which automatically adjust the level of the headlights when the suspension alters to avoid blinding other motorists.
    If one (or both) of the rear sensors is defective then this can cause the issue you are experiencing.

    Best to take it to a reputable garage who should be able to identify if there is an issue with the sensors

    Let us know how you get on with it

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