I'm sure like a lot of you I am fastidious about cleaning my car and not just the bodywork but under the wheel arches as well. Living in Devon (and up a lane) we have plenty of mud around!
Once I've finished my car I always feel proud that the wheel arches are really clean. But I've discovered a mud trap which is hidden unless you feel for it. I've marked it on the photo - if you feel up behind this rear valence panel you will discover a large amount of mud if you live in places such as I do. You can'
View attachment 53045 t feel it from the rear strangely enough. I was horrified how much mud I managed to hose out from this area. Anyway it's a new addition to my car cleaning regime!