strange one this - went to open the bonnet - which in fairness hasnt been up for a bit and though the front releases ok i cant raise it more than about 8 inches! It seems as though the hinges are stuck? I havent tried forcing it - i decided to withdraw and seek advice! Tomorrow I am going to give both hinges a good dose of penetrating fluid and try to 'work' them (bonnet up down up down up down etc) seems a bit basic - is there any better solution? is there anything i can do to prevent a repeat? presumably keep it well greased etc? Please help - its MOT time soon!