Thanks Rayray, i think i will have a go at the ignition switch.... they are relatively cheap and dont seem like to hard to swap out when compared to the lock cylinder.

Airbaglight - yes i disconnected the 4 pin plug in th dash to switch it off....... if this light is on, does that mean the airbag will not go off in a crash????, and / or if the indicator light is disconnected will that also effect it due to a back voltage