I DO give both my cars a check up on a regular basis. However, I am NOT a mechanic and do tend to rely on our UK MOT test to find any major problems. I cannot believe the UJ's failed completely in the few months since it was MOT'd, especially on the relatively few miles I have travelled since the last one. I will have to take more care and delve deeper myself in the future. Thanks again for all your help.
lindsay mclair