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Pre Purchase Vehicle Inspection Service
I'm in the market for a used car for my son and although I'm reasonably confident around cars I intend to getting an inspection done prior to purchase. I'd just like to know if anyone has used this type of service and whether they have any recommendations? I'm thinking of using National Vehicle Inspections but can't find…
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HPi check confusion! HELP!
I've done an HPi check on a car the missus wants to buy, I think it's ok but there's interest registered against a previous plate but judging by the dates of the plate transfers the write off was on a personal cherished plate before it was transferred to the vehicle I'm looking to buy but I'm not sure! If anyone can…
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Good car seat covers
looking fo a good seat of car seat covers, looking to pay in the region of £100 for something that will last...any ideas please...:beer:
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still awaiting a POPlA code
Hi, I received my notice to keeper from UKCPM at the end of May and returned my appeal letter template taken from this site. However, I have yet to hear anything more. I had read a thread previously that said you could check elsewhere for the code, but can't seem to find it. Any advice? As I don't want to miss any appeal…
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Car finance on a apprenticeship and benifits.
Hey guys first ever post here despite viewing the forums all the time. As the title says I'm looking for car finance but I only earn 460 a month on my apprenticeship I also get around 250 a week in benefits as I'm only 22. I live with my girlfriend and our 2 children. I currently have a motorbike but my son was recently…
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AA breakdown cover £2 ??
Hi all. Just had a call from the AA offering me breakdown cover for £2 a year? Apperantly because I'm a aa credit card customer I'm eligible for this offer. I think it's only a basic roadside policy. Didn't take them up on the offer straight away as I'm a little weary about giving my debit card details over the phone to a…
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Motorcycle Training - bad experience!
I recently booked up for a three day DAS (direct access) course to get my full bike licence. This was with a local company who came recommended and had good reviews on the net. It had taken me a lot of courage to book this course as I have a social anxiety disorder which hinders me with things like being watched over etc.…
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Accident caused by traffic cone?
I was driving along today,within the speed limit etc.There was a van infront and my distance was fine,he braked sharply to stop for the 2nd cone as there was a large lorry coming along the other side and he wouldnt of made it through the gap, at the point of him applying his brakes i had not even seen the sign/cones to…
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moped lights
Does any body know why when i run my moped the side lights are dim when i rev it they get bright and when head lights are on the same happens but the tail light stays dim ...many thanks in advance. :huh:
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fiesta 1.8d, black smoke and lack of power
hi all, i've got a 98 fiesta with the 1.8 non turbo'd diesel engine, it's got the plastic inlet manifold, so no egr as i understand it. when i accelerate there's a lack of power and a fair bit of black smoke. if you keep accelerating and get the revs up it clears, pulls pretty hard for what it is and the smoke disappears.…
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brake discs/'lip'
there is a lip on the o/side of each disc where the pads have bedded in/worn disc. Not dramatic and I see it on many cars. When I come to change the pads, surely the new ones will just sit in the same place and the lip won't be a problem ? MOT failure ? Did see on TV the other night (Wheeler Dealers) that there is a…
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Anyone had as terrible a time with Admiral Insurance as i'm currently having?!
I was involved in an accident on a steep hill in South Cornwall on a friday. I was making my way up hill at no more than 5 to 10 mph, with my mother, her best friend & myself in the car. The car was already struggling slowly uphill as we were transporting all the clothes, decorations & cake for my wedding the next day in…
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Citroen C4 Grand Picasso suspension issues
For any Citroen C4 Grand Picasso owners who have suffered a rear suspension issue due to failed airbags, it was covered on BBC Watchdog last night (2 July). Citroen have agreed to pay 80% of the cost of parts and labour for the repairs, including cars that have been repaired at the owners cost (subject to the car being…
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Not quite a car, but the principle's the same
I THINK I know the answer to this, but would like some informed opinion please before I stomp in with my size 10's and make the situation worse.... (Apologies in advance for the length of this message but I wanted to give a full picture) My MIL has a 7.5ton horsebox, based on a Leyland DAF45.130 7.5ton lorry - it's old,…
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Newcastle Airport Penalty Notice
I STOPPED on double yellows to allow passengers to alight with baggage at the airport hotel:eek:. I have received photographic evidence from UK Parking Patrol Office for the contravention of "PARKED ON DOUBLE YELLOW LINES" inviting me to pay a penalty. Who else has experience of these people? It's clearly a private road,…
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New Vauxhall Vectra Car Dealership Problems
Hi all I bought a new car from a dealership on the last working day of April. They promised me the car was in good condition and that is was working and would get the car serviced and taxed. I went to collect the car after sorting the paperwork. I have had a couple of issues crop up till today, I have found out they never…
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Car insurance reducing write off value..
Relative was rear ended at traffic lights ten days ago.. Car is a mess.. Third party admit fault. so far, so good. They have been offered £1500 for their car, which I told them to refuse.. So they sent in some adverts from autotrader/eBay of similar cars for £2100-3300 and were duly offered £3500 yesterday afternoon..!!…
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Confused re new tax disc
I have just received a tax disc for a new car which I hope to take delivery of next week. The cost is marked as £133.50, and the ticket is marked as 12 + 1. Is this because the disc was not applied for until the last day of the month?
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Dealer Problems Legal/S75 Advice Please
This is also on Credit Card board so sorry if you've seen it twice but advised to place it on motoring board too. Can anyone help with some legal advice/ possible section 75 claim please. Apologies in advance this is a bit of a ramble , but I just don't know where I stand. I did a bit of a a stupid thing last weekend, I…
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Change own oil?
Do people change their own oil? I was thinking of doing because I like playing with stuff and I expect that I'll save some money in the bargain. Bearing in mind I currently drive a 2014 Nissan Juke: What kit do I need? Tools etc (assume I have nothing car specific). Affect on service history or warranty? If get a garage to…
