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mazda5
I need to replace my car and after looking round garages I really like the mazda5, especialy the sliding doors. The only thing putting me off is that I have read on various sights that the mazda5 eats tyres, ie. new tyres needed at 10 - 12000 miles, and that mazda refuse to acknowledge the problem. In the showroom the…
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MOT partial retest Catch 22
Just found to my cost that there are some loopholes in the partial retest rules, which garages can exploit to rip you off. First, if you fail for simple things, such as lights, you are meant to get a free retest if you return the car and get it retested the next day. Trouble is, if the test centre can't fit you in the next…
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Best place to advertise used car?
I know this might be counter-intuitive but where do you think I should advertise my brother's 4-year old Volvo V40 to get a reasonable deal? He bought a new car and the dealer was offering peanuts part-exchange so I thought I'd sell it for him but wanted to get the best deal for him. He lives near Woking/Guildford, Surrey.…
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Vauxhaul Cavalier wiring diagram?
Aaaaah we have no brake lights!! I dont suppose anyone out there has a wiring diagram for a MK3 1994 Cavalier which they would be willing to perhaps scan in and email to me? Or does anyone know where I might find one online?? Ive looked everywhere but cant find one, and I dont have a haynes manual for the car either (and…
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Engine Oil- should it be black when fresh?
Hi, Just got my car back after a service, it's a lubrication service which includes changing the oil. I checked the dipstick today and found the oil to be black and quite thin. Before I go and rant at the garage about the oil not being changed. does fresh oil come in black? I always thought it to be clear. I got a little…
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help on HO/RT ticket issused by police
i was stoped on the 2/12/06 in my friends car and asked to produce my documents there and then as i couldnt as didnt and dont carry them on me when on a eve out, i was given a producer which i thought was ok till i found out by my friend that his girlfriend had changed the insurance document to only named drivers so im now…
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Attempted Theft / Broken Heart
I am at my wits end! Sunday night someone tried to steal my car. I got up to go to work and discovered the passenger door all bent back so that they could get in and the steering column plastic covering smashed and the steering wheel moves alot when you wiggle it. Called the police, they sent someone round to check for…
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Third party on other vehicles, without owning one?
Having just waved goodbye to what's left of my car, I'm not going to be getting a new one for a while. One of the more useful aspects of my car insurance (Esure) was being covered to drive any vehicle on a third-party basis. I'd like to carry on with this arrangement, as it's useful for weekends away with friends and the…
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Parking ticket valid?
Hello guys I hope this is the right place for posting. I received a parking ticket on a sunday on a yellow line. I thought it was free on sunday but apparently not. I'm fuming because I was away from the car for about 5 mins. I've just noticed that my vehicle registration is incorrect on the penalty charge notice. Do I…
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Road Tax, different amount online than my reminder
Hi everyone, I recieved a reminder to say that my car tax is soon due for renewal and for 6 months they are asking for £60.50. To make things easier, i decided to go onto the website and renew from there however, they quote; 'Due to recent budget changes, please note that your rate of Vehicle Excise Duty may vary from that…
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HELP! Paid £50 deposit on a car can I cancel
In a rush to buy car so went to garage and agreed deal. Paid £50 deposit, but car has not been ordered yet or finance sorted. Am I legally bound to buy it as I have seen a much better package on the net!!! PLease help me..pref this am as I am sure that the garage will be ringing me today to make further arrangements. Can I…
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Car Warranty help!
I have a Vauxhall Corsa, and it is at 40,000 miles. It is a 54 plate, so will be 3 years old by September. I have been told I need a service (which is a 2 year service for 40,000) but should I be forking out £186 for a service which will last me 4 months? And what happens when it gets to September? I have also been told…
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Where to find cheap bike insurance
Anyone know where is the best place to compare motorbikebike insurance? My OH is 30 and has just brought an SP2. He has no none claims as he hasnt had a bike insurance policy for a few years and his policy lapsed. he has had his bike licence for 11 years and clean licence. Any tips appreciated... I just got a quote for…
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Newbie looking for car advice please(used car)
Hi everyone, I would love some advice from you lovely people out there;) I have always driven bangers, my newest car being a M reg £600 Escort lol:rotfl: Well I have saved as best as I could for the last year and have managed to get 4k together. I need to get a 7 seater as I have myself, hubby and 5 kids to get in the car.…
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Trust my garage review site.
Found this site. http://www.trustmygarage.co.uk/index.shtml I think it is a fantastic idea, although if you look some of the reviewers are anonymous and give little detail and give straight 5/5's (my cynical mind believes these anonymous people own the garages and want you to believe they are trustworthy while they're…
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Insurance or pay?
Was a total muppet this morning. Reversed straight into my mother in law's car. Damage estimate is £530. My insurance excess is £200 and I've full no claims but not protected. My usual annual premium's are around £270ish. What do you all think I should do? Pay the £530 and not go through insurance or do via insurance?
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Driving Licence query
Not sure if this is the place to put this. My cousin passed his driving test in 1998, and sent off all the documents straightaway for his real licence and forgot all about it. However his real licence never came..... Eventually, he did ring the DVLA who informed him that that had on record the date he passed his test but…
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DVLA SORN - Reclaiming unfair charges ?
Hello everyone, I've just had to (reluctantly) pay a £40 fine for non-declaration of SORN (even though my vehicle has been sat in a garage for the last 5 years). After reading Martin's article on reclaiming unfair bank charges I was wondering whether we can reclaim these charges as they seem pretty unfair as well!!! Any…
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mini service and Mot!!!!!!!!
Hi All, The girlfriends mini cooper is due for a service and Mot next month,its an 03 reg! does anybody know how MUCH i will be roughly looking at (main dealer). Thanks bangham
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Best New Car Deal for 17yr Old
Anyone know of any of the big car makers doing deals on a new car with free insurance for a 17yr old. Thanks if anyone suggests a banger, but Colleague, doesnt want his kid in a "potentially unsafe car".
