Hi everyone, new to the forum so apologies if this post is in the wrong place.
My van failed it's MOT this week, mainly on corrosion / welding:
002 Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Offside Rear (spring front spring hanger outrigger holed) [2.4.A.3]
003 Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear (cross member in two places by offside rear spring hanger mounting bracket holed) [2.4.A.3]
005 Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Offside Front (chassis section holed) [6.1.B.2]
006 Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside Front (chassis sections holed in two places) [6.1.B.2]
I spent almost £1500 two years ago on welding the front end. Most of the panels were replaced so I am surprised to see that there is more welding needed on the front end. None of this was mention 12 month ago. Worse than that, the garage has quoted around £500 to do this work but can't fit me in until June!
I am wondering if there is a point where it is more sensible to scrap the vehicle. However, as I have already had a fair bit of welding done, I am also wondering if there is a point when I will have more good than bad metal.
Thoughts please...