Headlight problem - warranty

[gmdh555]

One of my headlights (Mk2 172) only comes on intermittently - probably the ballast resistor (seen it called the starter pack on here). The car is under 3 years old (just) and has only done 13K miles.

The dealer is claiming that headlights are not covered by the warranty and I may have to pay out for the resistor myself - about £150 I think .

They are checking it now, but does this sound right and whats the best way to argue this point??

Thanks,

Gareth

 

[Decto]

The best way to argue is with your foot on his throat.

The headlight bulb is a consumable just like tyres, brakes, exhaust etc therefore the bulbs arent covered.

Damaged head light units arent covered either, eg stone chips etc.

However the resistor in a non wear, non consumable component so should be covered. Much as the wireing loom and switch gear.