Exhaust fumes & engine vibration/ noise : Skoda Octavia 1.9L Diesel

Hi,

My 2008 1.9 L Diesel Octavia Rider has been sparingly used - 35K kms done in 9 years.

All of a sudden, on a drive in Bangalore, it spluttered with heavy emission of white fumes, & engine vibration & noise. The car had no previous history of these symptoms. (Previously, it has driven smoothly & powerfully with the only minor issues being need to change brake pad, oils etc).

Now doing it's time in a Service station, the suspicion around faulty fuel injector, to issues around the engine are being investigated.

Another issue encountered is rodent biting through wires in the bonnet - that has been a recurring issue - this has led to electricals  - A/c, indicators not working as a result.

Can anyone help with their similar experience with Skoda Octavia & how they resolved this issue. Who is the best mechanic to help in this situation.

Overall, the Skoda ASS seem inconsiderate - when it comes to trying to resolve this issue methodically & efficiently - they're money minded & want to maximise their bom estimate.

Thanks,

Vivek.