[marshman1107]

as i said before i have a e90 318 d se 2005 2.0l with the same problem as some others have had with the sensor in the traction control unit going just out of warranty
after visiting bmw (sytners) lenton nottingham and having a diagnostic check £34:00 then told me that bmw will pay a nominal amount towards the repair of the car as a goodwill gesture
the next day i recieved a call saying they are paying in full £1326:00 +vat to replace the unit and my cost would be for labour only at no more than £200:00 now if that aint a good service from bmw i dont know what is
so thanks to all who said go for goodwill gesture

thanks guys
marshman1107