Dave.M

Thanks for that Gareth, I'll have a think, although I did think I could possibly do this as you say with a cut in the middle of the hose from Autodoc and put a tube in the middle of it to extend it. Thanks again for the suggestion.

Autodoc have confirmed that the part doesn't fit the 1.8l engine so it will be returned. They've also confirmed that they don't supply the part and that it will have to come from Audi/VW - who have already said they can't supply a replacement! So the next question would be if anyone can recommend a company that can produce/supply a custom made replacement - yes this is likely to be expensive, although I can't see an alternative at the moment?

Received the new part today and although it's a similar shape, it's approx 2/3rds the length so no good. I've also taken a look around the engine bay and can't find a hose the same as the new one I've received. I'll ask Autodoc if they are able to confirm that the part does really fit my engine (their web site states it's for the 1.8 cab) and if they are able to source a replacement, although I'm not holding my breath, so if anyone can help me source a replacement, I'd greatly appreciate it. Photo's below to show the part and the incorrect replacement

Further digging on the internet today and I've ordered what looks like a compatible part from Autodoc.co.uk, although as you've said it states 058121058 with a different suffix (they've stated 'A') so I'll see what comes and let you know.

Hi Gareth, thanks very much for the reply. When I've looked into the same part number with a different suffix letter at the end it's always been a different hose - looking at engine diagrams with part numbers, the engine has different hoses with the same part number but with a different suffix on the end. Looking on UK eBay I have managed to get a second hand hose from a vehicle dismantler, although I was really after a new one - the one I've bought is the same age as the one on the car so I assume just as 'aged' or 'perished' as mine and as likely to leak (mine is basically leaking from the ends of the hose, I assume where the clamps are no longer tight enough?) I have looked at vehicle parts suppliers in the EU and found the hose in their listings, but none of them have stock. However, I haven't looked at eBay International, so will take a look thanks. Another option I was thinking about was to get a custom silicone hose made up and that was the main reason for buying the second hand hose from eBay - for use as a pattern. However, I wanted to ask if anyone had found a source of hose parts in the club before I went down this potentially expensive route. I'll take a look at eBay International and let you know how I get on. Many Thanks. Dave.

Looking for a replacement coolent hose (part no 058121058G), but I am unable to find one anywhere online. Can anyone suggest where I might be able to get a replacement hose from (prefer new) please?