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Commuting by public transport
I'm hoping to get some people's opinions on what a 'reasonable' commute time is. I know this is obviously a matter of opinion, but I'd be interested to know what the maximum time is you would be willing to spend travelling to/from work (door to door)? I'm talking about going by train/bus, rather than driving.
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Insurance/Write off Question
Hi, My partner's car was parked outside my house yesterday and the neighbour opposite reversed into it leaving a significant dent on the rear side panel. The car is a T reg. Peugeot 206 but has very low mileage and is in good condition. Its going to be assessed at a body work place on Thursday but we are fearing the worse,…
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New tyres, now car is pulling when driving above 50
A little clueless when it comes to cars! Had two rear tyres replaced on my Ford KA at Kwik-Fit, plus balancing and filled with nitrogen. (I think!) Now though, my car is pulling like i;m being buffered by the wind at speed. I usually use the car to commute in London so it was a few weeks before I noticed. Could it be the…
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MOT centre has wrecked my lock, what can I do?
My car went in for MOT on Saturday morning. They tried to start it with someone else's car key, activating the anti-theft lock system. They got a lock specialist in who said he couldn't get the part till today. Just phoned them and they said the lock guy is still waiting for the part. So, I'm still without my car and it…
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DSA cancelled practical test the day before theory cert expires! Has to pay!
My cousin took his driving theory test on July 12th 2010. He was involved in a car accident - as a passenger 6-8 weeks after that and suffered multiple fractures, of which had surgery. 16 months later after much physio etc, he was able to drive and had to learn from scratch. He had his practical booked for 11th July and…
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Hyundai Getz difficulty starting cold
I still have got 1 month left on my warranty! My Getz (20.7k miles) takes several cranks of the ignition before it starts. It feels like the car is struggling for its last breath. Once the engine is warm, there is no issue with starting. Its been like this for a few days. I park it outside and generally go on short drives…
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Second car insurance conundrum
For the last five years or so, my wife and I have shared one car. She is the owner & registered keeper. The car is insured in her name (policyholder & main driver) with me as named driver. We (she) have 6 years NCD. We have just bought a second car, which is for her. We want to both be insured on both vehicles. Our…
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Alloy wheels - are they a hassle?
I'm looking to buy a new Skoda Citigo, and the car looks lovely with optional decorative foils (a stripe down the centre of the bonnet and roof, and at the bottom of the doors). However, I think if I go for this option I would also need to get the alloy wheels, as I think it might look naff having sporty stripes with…
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Courtesy Car cover
Hi just wanted some advice surely this situation is not uncommon. I work 30 miles away from home, if car breaks down i am stuck for work most the time, happened 3 times in the last year, two problems my employers are none to happy as i have not showed for work, with not going to work, i cant take these days as holiday, so…
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Concerned over the quality of paint finish on my mazda 6!!
Hi all, Im after some advice on a problem i have with my new(to me ) car. I recently bought a 2010 "60plate" mazda 6 sport estate in stormy blue metallic on the recommendation of a friend and a very good test drive. All is good with the car apart from one problem........ The paint work. It seems the paint on the particualr…
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Check for import
How can you determine if a car is an import ? Is it clear from the log book (V5) ? Cheers
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Un-cancelling practical test
I had to cancel my test 4 (maybe 5??) times already due to exams and graduation. Then yesterday my instructor told me I still wasn't ready for my practical and I tried to tell him I can't delay it again and it was too late (as my practical exam was meant to be Wednesday.) He told me to delay it anyway so I did and then a…
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Zafira (B) 2006 roof box - any recommendations
As per the title - we've got a 2006 plate Zafira with the solid roof rails which have the locating "lumps" not drilled holes. We're looking for a half width box to give us a bit more space when going camping - however the fixing points on the rails could rule out some boxes. Just wondering if anyone has any recommendations.
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Ford focus radio code
Hello, could anyone kindly please supply me the pin code for a Frod Focus stereo. Reg MW54 GHY, stereo serial number M406753. Can't believe dealership asking £25. Thank you.
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Low electrolyte levels - cause of flat batteries?
Yesterday my car failed to start due to a flat battery so I took it out and charged it fully at home. Then I put it back in and the car started perfectly. So I left it at that and kept my fingers crossed it was just a one off. This morning the battery was flat again so I have come to the conclusion there must be something…
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iPhone 4 'direct control'
I'm looking at radios that allow control of the iPhone (4) via USB with steering wheel controls. I know they need to say they are compatible with steering wheel controls, and with iPhone control. I've narrowed it down to a few - such as…
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Just ran a red light...
Not my fault, honestly... I got to a set of lights on my scooter and they just stayed red for several minutes. The lights were changing for cars in various other lanes across the junction, but mine stayed red. location - goo.gl/maps/bgvq (turning right) Now I did try moving back a bit and tyring the other lane, then…
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Magistrate Procedure
Hi My Son has received a Summons to a Magistrates Court in respect of a Train Penalty Fare Notice which was issued at his local train station. There is a Magistartes Court just down the road from where he lives. The Court he has got to attend however is in a different borough, about 15 miles from where he lives and a real…
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Intensive Driving Course
I have been taking lessons on/off for over a year, but never got around to actually taking my test. Im looking for an intensive course in the West Midlands, can you recommend anyone? I guess i'd need approx 10-15 lessons max. (Have passed the theory test!). Cheers
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is this problem just wheel balance?
We had a friend rotate the wheels on our Smart Forfour to spread the wear more evenly on the tyres but since we picked it up, there's been weird noises, like a road rumble similar to a helicopter rotor and we can feel it vibrating, like when you have a flat tyre, but we checked air pressure today and all tyres are fully…
