What is that grindy noise

1999 VOLKSWAGEN POLO
70,000 MILES
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BUFFY324
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Hiya,
I have noticed that when driving the vehicle for a long distance (driving for over 45 mins) the car begins to make a grinding noise however it is on and off, not constant and when i then park the car and begin a journey again shortly after, the noise has stopped until i continue a long distance again.
The sound is never made when completely short distance journeys, what could this be?
Thanks
Oct 24, 2011 at 11:17 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Where is this grinding noise is coming from? -you need to help us here-so we can help you out
Oct 26, 2011 at 10:14 PM
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BUFFY324
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It comes from the back of the car, not completely sure whereabouts at the back
Oct 26, 2011 at 11:37 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Could be coming from the axle bearings or the brakes
Oct 27, 2011 at 1:19 AM
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