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Rover Radio Codes
Hi, I'm desperately saving up for a deposit on a house, so I'm selling everything I can find, including the stereo from my old Metro. But I received an e-mail saying they need a code to make it work. Given that Rover have gone under, does anyone know where I can get this from please? A friend suggested that I ask on here.…
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BMW 320i Cat/coil pack problem
I have a 2007 320i coupe I work away through the week so it has a low 52000 miles, I have had the coil packs changed 3 times now and the catalytic converter changed once (6 months ago) @ 48000 miles. Again the engine light came on so I took it to a local garage (bmw trained mechanic) and he said the knock sensor has go in…
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Missing lockable wheel
Hi all, Pardon my lack of knowledge. I purchased a car 3 weeks ago, didn't even think to check if all the gubbins were in place for the lockable wheel but, ie the bit used to unlock it. Well last week burst tyre. Didn't need the car so left it until this week and started looking. Nothing. It's a renault scenic, which for…
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Car insurance - cancel or let lapse
I'm picking up a new (used) car on Friday and I'm currently looking at insurance cover; either upgrade my current Hasting policy or maybe get a new policy elsewhere. My current Hasting policy expires in August (a little over 2 months cover remaining), and at the current rate it works out at £18/month cost. The problem is,…
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auxiliary belt pulley mk3 mondeo
hi newbie here please can anyone help me !!!! i have a mk3 diesel 2 ltr,tdci zetec on a 06 plate...i need to change the auxiliary belt but the garage who wants to do it says i will need to renew the pulley that has a tensioner on it as it is making some sort of sound!!!!i dont now anything cars and have tried to listen for…
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Re: Need advice please
Hi, I need some advice please. I would like to know how to get proof of no claims bonus to show my new car insurance providers? However, I haven't owned a vehicle for around 8 years but I've been a named driver on my partner's car insurance for around that time. I've told the new car insurance that I have several years NCD…
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Learning to Drive - Theory test
Hi Son turning 17 soon. Anyone use this? Any good? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Driving-Test-Success-Tests-2013/dp/1843265753/ref=sr_1_1?s=software&ie=UTF8&qid=1401711729&sr=1-1&keywords=Focus+Multimedia+Ltd What do others recommend?
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Threatening behaviour when parking
Hello, feeling very cross about a parking related situation. I teach on supply. Was called up this morning to teach a class. Drove to the school, knew I wouldn't be able to get through the gate as required a fob to open, and small chance of office staff being there when I arrived. Wanted to get in and sorted soon as…
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Keep or change my damaged car?
Quick question. Spun my car into the ditch the other week, mostly cosmetic damage. Should I keep the car and repair myself, or get an insurance payout of £2,500. Current car is a Focus, with a new clutch, timing belt, a/c condenser, very very little rust, 56 reg, 1.6 liter, new dashboard, very neat and tidy (apart from my…
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BMW warranty problems
Hello, Basically, I bought a BMW warranty. All i got asked when completing the application was, how many miles on the vehicle and also is the car fully serviced in accordance with the manufacturing recommendations/intervals and has not been modified in any way. I thought the car was fully standard and I knew the history is…
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Yes ANOTHER Total Parking Solutions Ticket Problem
Hi I was taking my Nana to Dunelm Mill In Wrexham. I parked in a disabled space because she has blue badges however, we forgot to display them. From the timings on the ticket and us going in the shop I think the ticket man watcjed us and just basically took opportunity but obviously I am super p@$$ ed because we had a…
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Rights regarding rental vehicle
Hi, We rented a minibus at the weekend for a trip up to Scotland. Unfortunately during the course of the trip a deer ran out in front of the bus and we hit it. Fortunately no one was hurt and there was only a few dents to the vehicle. Upon returning the vehicle we were told we would lose our deposit due to the damage which…
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Repairs
Hi, I am new here so I apologise if this has already been dsicussed. I need to pay for repairs to my car, and I thought I read that it is better to pay for such things by credit card rather than debit card, as you have some kind of insurance through the credit card, so that if something that has been repaired, goes wrong…
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What is the cheapest breakdown supplier
I have just had green flag renewal thru for car it is £97. I am sure there must be a cheaper one that offers much the same. Car is Peugeot 208 59 plate. Any suggestions? Cover at the moment is comprehensive plus with home call
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A strange thing happened on the way to my insurance renewal
It's that time of year again and, as normal, my current insurer has quoted WAY over the odds (up from £290 to £385 despite an extra year of no claims). So it was off to talk to the meerkats. I drive an old heap of a Pug 405, with a book value of probably about £600, so usually put in a voluntary excess that covers the…
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Car issued with Cat C 'write off' - Roadworthy?
Hey all, New here so hope this finds people well! About a month ago, someone reversed into my side, I claimed and won. However, the insurance company has issued it a "total loss" and I retained the salvage and received the settlement (the car is still mine etc.). When the engineer inspected the car, he mentioned that the…
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Dvla insurance fine
Hello Just looking for a bit of advice on a dvla £100 fine. My insurance recently lapsed and I reinsured my vehicle I then got a phone call from arnold Clark offering me a new car so I went down and agreed to buy and rang my insurance company to cancel my insurance on the 14th April at midnight this was the day I was…
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Quick 4/5 door car for under 4k
Hi. I am looking for ideas for a reliable, quick (less than 7 sec to 60mph) family car, for under £4k. Currently have a Mitsubishi FTO but will need to change it at some point for a 4/5 door hatch/saloon so I have more space for the little one. Ideally I don't want it older than 2002 ish. Thanks for your suggestions!
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Selling MOT failure, best options
Hi Everyone, first post in this area and happy to admit I have very little knowledge - hence asking for advice from you lovely people. My beloved Audi A4 automatic has failed her MOT and we've decided to cut our losses (slightly gutted :( ) It's a 2000 with a few bumps and bruises but generally a good runner. It also has a…
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Please help making me ill
I received a parking fine from UKPC because I parked in a disabled parking space and was there exactly 15 mins, I am diabetic and unfortunately my medication makes me have upset stomach, I literally wasn't well in the car park so rushed to the toilet, but made a mess all down my legs. I came back and although I had left a…
