Well, I cleaned and lubricated anything I could see moving, including the rods at both ends. Then refitted the lock … eventually … I can’t believe that was the best way they could come up with to fit a door lock! I’d love to see how they were fitted in the factory. 
With more than a little trepidation, I tentatively closed and, using the fob, locked the door. 
I pressed to unlock button with exactly the same result as before, lots of clicking, the button comes up the retracts again and the door remains locked. It won’t open from inside, outside or using the key. 
As the door card is still safely removed, I tried lifting the tab that appeared to be the problem before, only this time the door stayed firmly locked. 
After numerous tries disconnecting the battery mid click to catch the interior button up, with no more success, the light was going so I’ve given up for now and come inside. 
New locks for RHD driver’s door seem to be no longer available, I’m wary of second hand as it may have the same issue but I don’t appear to have any other options. 
Bloody car!!! 😡

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