SP88 Auto Electrician & Mobile Mechanic

13/07/2026

Ford Transit Parking Sensor Fault — Rear Wiring Cut After Accident

This Ford Transit came in with a parking sensor malfunction warning. After checking the system, I found that the rear sensor wiring had been cut during a small accident.
The damaged wires were repaired and tested, restoring the parking sensor system without replacing unnecessary parts.
Proper diagnosis saves money—don’t just start changing sensors.

30/06/2026

Brake Lights Doing Weird Things? It Might Just Be the Earth!

This vehicle had some strange lighting faults. Every time the brake pedal was pressed, the sidelights went out and the rear lights behaved unpredictably.

The cause wasn't a faulty light unit or control module—it was a partially melted connector creating a poor earth connection.

A simple electrical fault, but one that can be difficult to diagnose without understanding automotive wiring.

If your lights are doing anything unusual, don't just replace parts. Get the fault diagnosed properly.

📍 SP88 Mobile Auto Electrician & Mechanic🚗 Vehicle diagnostics • Auto electrical repairs • Mobile servicing

30/06/2026

Brake Lights Doing Weird Things? It Might Just Be the Earth!
This vehicle had some strange lighting faults. Every time the brake pedal was pressed, the sidelights went out and the rear lights behaved unpredictably.

The cause wasn't a faulty light unit or control module—it was a partially melted connector creating a poor earth connection.

A simple electrical fault, but one that can be difficult to diagnose without understanding automotive wiring.

If your lights are doing anything unusual, don't just replace parts. Get the fault diagnosed properly.

📍 SP88 Mobile Auto Electrician & Mechanic🚗 Vehicle diagnostics • Auto electrical repairs • Mobile servicing

25/06/2026

Parking Sensor Repair – Simple Fix, No Parts Needed!

This parking sensor stopped working after a minor knock to the front bumper. While washing the car, the owner accidentally pushed the loose sensor further into the bumper.
A quick inspection showed the sensor had simply become dislodged. I repositioned it correctly, secured it back into place, and the parking sensors were working again—no glue, no new parts, and no expensive bumper repair.
Sometimes the simplest faults have the easiest fixes.
📍 Mobile Auto Electrician & Mechanic
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23/06/2026

NEW TURBO? ❌ £85 FIX ✅Why spend £600+ on a new turbo when a replacement turbo core can often get the job done for under £100? Here's how I repaired this Ford Transit turbo for a fraction of the cost.

23/06/2026

Got this classic car started today after some fault-finding and patience. There's something special about bringing an old car back to life and hearing the engine fire up again.

27/03/2026

12/11/2025

At SP88, you choose what works best for you — mobile service at your location or a lower rate when you bring your vehicle to our Purley site.
Here’s a Transit on the ramp getting expert attention 🔧
Same quality, more flexibility. Book now at sp88.co.uk

10/11/2025

Vauxhall Astra No-Start Fixed — Blown Fuse 3 Caused by a Faulty Coil Pack 🔧💥”

This Astra came in with a no-start issue — turned out Fuse 3 was blown due to a shorted coil pack.
Quick diagnostic, replaced the coil pack, and she’s back running smooth! ⚡

15/10/2025

1971 called — it wants its tech back 🔧🚗
Turning headlights. Self-levelling hydro suspension.
A brake button, not a pedal.
A trigger-start gear lever.
The Citroën DS20 wasn’t ahead of its time — it redefined it. 🇫🇷✨

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