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How to SORN just purchased van
I have just bought a van that is taxed until end Oct but I don't need to insure it yet as its going to be parked up securely off road. how can I SORN it when I don't have new log book in my name yet? Is it right that I can also reclaim the remaining tax back?
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Probs with my Zafira SRI
I bought a Vauxhall Zafira back in Feb of this year. I use my car a lot for my job and upgraded the previous one i had for this, main attraction was the very low mileage (18k) and it looks good! Drove it away and loved it. However it developed a fault with the dual mass flywheel (think thats right!). It went in and was…
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Passed my MOT today but.....
My Ford Focus passed the MOT today but there were a couple of advisory note. Both nearside and offside rear tie bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement [2.4.G.2]. Was told this will probably not be an issue for another 6 months, but cost of getting them replaced will in a few hundred pounds. My…
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ford fiesta or ford ka
my partner wants a cheap runaround and i have been looking at these 2 cars. what are peoples thoughts on them,the fiesta is approx £120 cheaper to insure. thanks scott…
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Direct Line - where has the de duh, de duh, de duh gone..?!
Spotted the new Direct line advert last week... but only today did I realise that the red telephone and PC mouse are no longer at the end..
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Car allowance help
Hi, i have just started a new job where i have been given a car allowance. I can use a company where i can lease a car through salary scarafice. my question is is the whole allowance tax able or just what is left after salary scarice? for example pay = x car allowance =5000 is x+5000 taxable or pay =x salary scarice =…
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Cost effective long distance commuting car
Hi, I'm looking for some advice. Basically I drive 25,000 miles per year. I would like to know what car would be most economic to run. Currently I drive a Ford Focus, but would consider something smaller (but not too much - I am 6'3) Cheers.
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Insurance claim - warrant issued
Hi all, I am hoping I have posted this in the right section. My mother was involved in an accident where it was settled at county court (before going into the court room) as 50/50 fault. The solicitor didn't know much about the case and the witnesses on my mothers side hadn't even been contacted to attend, so we thought we…
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New car? Used car? Which to buy
Should i buy a new car or a good second hand one? I can't decide between finance and depreciation as i drive out of forecourt or getting an older car without finance. Any good advice/deals etc most welcome.
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Help needed for first time car buyer
Hi, I am taking my test on 1st November and as I am going to pass (positive thinking here) and soon after that I would like to buy a car. The car will be second hand (unless I happen to win the lottery)... I am 29 and a woman Will be a Mature student Have one years no claims (from before passing test that is over 5 years…
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Selling Train Tickets
Where is the best place to sell them, noticed you can't do them on eBay anymore, any other sites out there?
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Dwp cru
I'm not at home at the mo, but my bro says a letter from the dwp compensation recovery unit has landed at home. What's all that about? Should I be worried? I have checked the website but it's not clear, a few years back some driver ran up the back of my car, case closed from 3 years odd ago, I don't recall anybody ever…
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Over filled my engine oil slightly...problem?
Hi I topped up my oil today and accidently put too much in. It's only 4-5mm above the max level mark. Is this a problem? Thanks
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Am I being unreasonable?
In June my mum brought a a car- I was insured on it based on me paying £150 towards insurance and petrol a month. I was fine was this as I was desperate to get back on the road after living with no car in the middle of nowhere for 9 months. Before she even got it we agreed I would be able to use it for 3 days a week- one…
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Call to ban drivers from washing cars at home
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/9550745/Plea-to-ban-motorists-washing-their-cars-in-the-street.html Garage owners suggest to Cameron that not only unscrupulous pop up car washes should be banned but ultimately we should all be banned from washing our cars at home - on environmental grounds! Nothing whatsoever to…
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MG ZR Problem
Hi folks. I am a regular poster on the money part of the forum, so just to say hi first! I am asking for a little advice here if there are any mechanics etc around. I recently bought an 04 plate MG ZR 1.4. The car is fine apart from a few body work issues which I will sort. However the car is pulling/juddering/lacking in…
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Had 9 years no claims
now none.... Hello I sold my car as my wife and i couldnt afford two cars once the babies turned up , now we have been forced to move a year after i sold my car and i will again need a car to commute 6 miles a day...., i did have 9 years no claims with Admiral , but now , i guess i have none ?? The quotes for me as a 35…
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So, these new EU tyre ratings...
They've only been around for a few weeks, but I keep finding anomalies. First was the amusing spectacle of the Michelin Energy Saver which, despite being flat bottom of Auto Express's recent tyre test for wet grip etc, was the only one with a Grade A rating for wet grip. Now, I look on MyTyres (which has just today loaded…
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Car for ten years
Hi Folks I need to buy a new car. Currently driving 15 yr old A4 which is on its last legs. I'm looking for a mid size automatic - max budget £10,000 but really don't want to spend all of this. Will do mostly local journeys. I've been reading all the posts on automatic car recommendations but would like some advice on…
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Recommend me a small car please :)
I wrote my Vauxhall Astra off yesterday :( Loved my Annie Astra ! but she didn't half drink petrol ! Soooo i'm looking to go for something smaller / cheaper / more economical this time need 4 doors and big enough boot for a buggy what would you suggest / recommend ?
