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V5 Doc & tax after car written off
Hi everyone, I managed to have an accident last week, insurance rang me today to let me know it was a write-off and that the payment would be in the post. Problem is: the day before the accident, I posted my V5 off to the DVLA for change of address. Luckily I had a photocopy of it, so the insurance could have various…
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Problems with DVLA
I got a fine through from the DVLA because someone had seen my car on the road, it was stationary and parked at my mechanics ( friend )house for a new clutch. The DVLA said I hadn't SORNed it which i had and I sent them the proof. The car has been on my private land since Feb unused because I couldn't afford to get the…
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Colchester Gazette bans letters about PPC's
Colchester's 'Gazette' newspaper has adopted a 'no reply' stance to articles regarding Private Parking Companies. Basically, late last year, they ran a series of news items about people complaining of being ticketed by PPC's. Their website has a 'comment on this article' button, so several of us did. In my case I refered…
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Can I get rid of my car and make money?
I am trying to get rid of a Daewoo Lanos. I have a brand new car and I'm wasting money each month paying insurance on the Daewoo. The car is MOT's until July and Taxed until January, however it is previously accident damaged which is recorded on the log book. I contacted an online salvage firm who offerred me £200 which I…
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Please can anyone tell me about the practical driving on a speed awareness course
After 32 years of driving I was flashed by a speed camera. I have been offered a Speed Awareness Couse. The local one to me in Knowsley, Merseyside is for 6 hours and includes practicle driving. Please can anyone who may have done one of these courses tell me a little more about the driving bit. I drive an automatic (not…
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Can I travel on an earlier train than the one I have booked?
Quickest of quick questions here. I am due to be in London for 1030 tomorrow morning for training, but the tickets I have been given will get me to Kings Cross at 1020. If my ticket says ‘any route permissable’ can I get an earlier train? I know that’s probably deadly obvious but thought I’d check as I remember something…
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Servicing question
Hi - My car is due for its first service, in the past I have always taken my cars to Allen Ford (where I buy them from) but its about £200. I wanted to see if there is any real benefit for me taking it to the dealership or if i'm better off just taking it to a local private garage? Thanks! Clare
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Today I will be haggling...any tips
Hello All, Today I will hopefully be buying a car, it’s a Clio from a Renault dealer. It’s currently at £4,695, with a full service and MOT. I am hoping to get him down a few hundred quid at least. I’ve printed off some other used cars which are the same off Auto Trader that are cheaper to use as bargaining power (good…
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MSE News: Rising fuel costs keep inflation high
This is the discussion thread for the following MSE News Story: "Savers and motorists suffered another blow as high petrol prices helped keep rises in the cost of living above target ..." Read the full story: Rising fuel costs keep inflation high
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car leasing companies?
Does anyone have any good leasing companies that they would recommend? Our car has just been written off and we're considering a lease this time as well as a purchase - keeping our options open. I've had leases in the past but both companies have moved away from small leases now only dealing with companies. I can trawl…
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Parking near Merrion centre-just got a job there...any advice???!
:j Hey all...just got a job working in Leeds City Centre!!!!!!!! I live 4 miles or so from Huddersfield city centre (near Milnsbridge) & am trying to work out the best way to get to my new job! The hours will be 12pm-8pm-Mon-Fri (but initially 11am-6pm for 4 weeks during training). The company i work for does have reduced…
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Voluntary termination agreement
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MOT Advisory
Had my MOT on my Pug 206 today and got an advisory... Offside front (rack end) Drag link end ball joint slight play (2.2.B.1f) What exactly is one of these?!? I've googled the MOT code and I'm getting all kinds of different descriptions for it.
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Moving a car with a SORN
I have my car parked at a local garage, it is beyond repair and we have since purchased a new one. We have been trying to scrap it (with no luck) and the garage contacted me to say that it was taking up space and needed to be moved. The tax has run out on it and I do have a SORN. Am I therefore allowed to move it to where…
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Shoddy car repair
Hello I'm looking for a wee bit of advice if possible. I bought a 5 year old Honda from a well-known dealer on 7th October. I discovered on 30th October there was water coming into the boot and pooling in the spare wheel well causing problems with condensation etc. I brought the car back to the dealer and picked it up…
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Fiat Stilos.....
.....What do folk that own them think of them? Dh had been offered one by a trusted friend at a very reasonable price. He knows the MOT is due next month, and two tyres are close to their limit so will fail/get a warning on those. He and his mate are going "halfs" on a cut price MOT deal to see if there is anything else to…
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Replacing MAP sensor in vain attempt to improve MPG?
I have done everything else possible that may improve MPG, for example replacing air filter, spark plugs, ensuring thermostat and temp sender work properly, keeping tyre pressures checked etc etc. There seems to be the odd report or two that replacing a MAP sensor, even one that the car's ECU believes to be functioning…
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Mis-description on Autotrader and Dealer Website ?
Bought a car at the weekend that was advertised with Parking Sensors but realised today when reverse parking there is no Parking Sensors fitted ? Autotrader.co.uk and Dealer Website both advertise the car i purchased had Parking Sensors. I haven't called the Dealer yet to see whatthey have to say. Do they have to provide…
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Underground and train compalaint: any point?
Hi, my daughter (aged 9) and I went to London for the day on Saturday using a very good train service called the Shropshire and Wrexham Line. However, we missed the return journey by 30 seconds due to the tube suddenly being shut at Piccadily Circus. We were told it was shut and to get a but from Regent STreet. With no…
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should i ask for discount on my service
as my husband (who normaly does all the work on our cars) is very busy lately, i took one of our cars to a garage for a service. when i went to collect it this aftermoon, the garage admited they had lost the key to my car, as i don't have a spare they said they would replace all the locks with a new lock kit for free. i…
