Hi Guys,

I've got an 54 plate Avant 1.9 TDI sport with 62k on the clock. I've just noticed an faint groaning/scraping when I turn with full lock on to the right...it can also be heard occasionally when travelling at low speeds and moving in a straight line. It sounds like something rubbing or scraping and appears to be coming from the front drivers side.

I'm guessing its not a bearing as I thought the sound would come from the left with full right lock on due to the weight distribution (correct me if I'm wrong). I don't thinks its the pads either as I only had it serviced about a thousand miles ago and the mechanic reckoned they were good for at least another 5k

I was wondering if anyone can give me any pointers?

Also, a completely unrelated issue (I think) but I've also noticed what I can only describe as a 'notch', when moving through gears.

It's due its MOT at the end of the month and wanted to get an idea of what the issue could be prior to getting the mechanic to have a look.

Thanks for any help in advance