Oem refurbishment using kyb dampers  along with refreshed bushings over the entire car will yield really enjoyable every day usable results.
Following this adding more and more bracing will make it even better.

@Beachbum957

Any experience of o/e springs on Koni?

Thanks for that; I have been planning a suspension refresh, but it keeps getting put back, as I would be working outside and the weather hasn't been kind (till yesterday). However, I think I will get the 4 dampers, fit the front 2 and get through the MOT as the clock is ticking on a re-test, then I can do the rest of the work in a more measured manner. KYB seem quite reasonable price.

 Does anyone happen to know if the Koni inserts can be used with standard springs?

As far as I am aware the Koni  solution is to use the  original container and replace the working parts.
That means you are off the road for the extra time to remodel the struts.
I bought KYB that is generally considered to be/ equivalent to OE. If you look around you will find them at a lesser price than the Koni solution.
You should also consider top mounts, at least clean and regrease if no noticeable wear. There is also a felt  washer that disintegrates between the top mount and the strut. Also consider the condition of the  springs, again OE or equivalent length if you want to maintain ride height.
I replaced all four shocks but not strictly necessary but certainly both fronts if one is leaking.

Hi, I just wondered what are the current recommendations re dampers? My car has just failed its MOT as one of the front struts is leaking (and the handbrake is more pants than usual). I don't want to lower the car as I drive on some sketchy roads, so I want to keep stock ride height and springs. The Koni solution looks good and I like Koni, but I believe is for lowered springs. Thanks for any suggestions. 

Right, that was surreal:
´Ah Petrus, ´El Invertido de Pilar´.
Hilaric story short; were surprised that I had followed instructions. Even more by how I have recovered. I on my turn was the most baffled by far and thén some: ´It is all mâhvellous: Start doing this&that exercise and yes you can drive a car.´
 

Beejeezus; thréé weeks only and I ám 67, but hey ok. Will start poco a poco with Esmeralda 

So tyres possibly need replacing.. good to know!

Put the front on and mid rear nappy... ready for a little jaunt...

Quote from: Ardent on Yesterday at 19:46Going to be a PITA for us. D does not drive. 6 weeks is going to seem an age.

Mán that will be hárd. Public transport has it´s charms, well can have sometimes, but not when you need to depend on it.  I have two lady drivers and still feel immobilised    My empathy for the both of you and whishing you all the mental strength to recover.

Now, 6 weeks do nót fly by, but when they have passed, it will be near summer in the UK too.
That observed about 6 weeks, as written above, have my first revision tomorrow and that marks 3 weeks ´already´. 

Overall still a win.

Going to be a PITA for us. D does not drive. 6 weeks is going to seem an age.

Quote from: jvanzyl on Yesterday at 15:33I did some checking in my tyres ages.. they're all showing a 2015 date stamp?

Not sure if I'm looking at the right spot?

Yes.