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Old Feb 5, 2026 | 02:01 AM
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Hello, I was wondering is anyone could help me or advise me.

Today I topped up my oil.. and I noticed the engine cap has congealed oil. (Not in the engine, only inside the cap) and it stinks of petrol..

Do I need to give it a good run or should I be worried.?

I plugged in an obd reader and nothing is showing up.. (I’ve plugged in 2 different ones to be sure)

It doesn’t seem to be misfiring, the pull on it is not great but my flexi joint has started to deteriorate which I’m having replaced this week so I assumed the pull of was due to that..

I’d really appreciate any help anyone can give me
 
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Old Feb 5, 2026 | 03:58 AM
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If your engine doesn’t get up to temperature, condensation in the crankcase won’t vapor out, and can collect on the inside of the oil cap. You need to take the car for a longer drive, then check the cap.
 
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Old Feb 10, 2026 | 10:46 AM
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Old Feb 10, 2026 | 01:19 PM
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207k miles is impressive
What repairs have you done to it?
 
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