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Forgot to display Blue Badge !!
Hi, Ok I did something daft. I parked in a disabled bay on a private car park (that is free to all motorists) but I wasnt feeling well it had been a hectic day and I forgot to display my blue badge. So i had a lovely yellow bag stuck to my car, I know its my own fault, but £60 (if i pay within 14 days) when its a free car…
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Wish to fit a better horn to my Volvo V50
The standard production horn that is fitted to my Volvo V50 (06) Plate is not too loud to say the least. I use my horn very sparingly but feel that I would like one which had a more penetrative sound. What would be a louder and legally permitted one to fit please? Regards.
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Tyres cracking
I just noticed the Original Continental Tyres are cracking on our Peugeot 107. There's around 5mm of tread left and I was going to put them on the front but then I saw the cracks. Is it safer to just replace them? They are 3 years old and have done just over 40k plus the car recently passed it's MOT. Also they have never…
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CDW Confusion
Hi, I've hired a car through a broker for a week's holiday in the UK later this year and am now looking at excess insurance. Usually i'd just go ahead buy the insurance and that'd be it but this time i've noticed Europcar (who are providing the rental) state on my booking details under Insurance coverage: I'm confused as…
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Number plates - dealer addresses
Hi guys, Just bought a new car which is going through the Reg plate transfer process to go from a private plate back to the original plate.. and wondered if what the dealer is telling me is true... I phoned and asked specifically to have blank plates (without dealer address etc). He said it's now a legal requirement to…
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Is this a good deal (first time PCP purchase)
I was wondering if you can help me. I am currently looking at getting a new car Fiesta 1.25 Zetec, Black with spare wheel. I've never brought a new car before so very unsure. Do you think this is a good deal? Cash Price: £10,062 (includes privilege discount of £1,700) Finance Deposit £950 Deposit/P'X £1000 Charge for…
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Buying a second car, what happens now?
I've seen a cheap tatty banger which I think will suit me fine for a year or so. It's a private sale and the seller is local and known. What's the process from now on in? My 'main' car needs a lot of work doing and I am about to sorn it until I can get it sorted - a couple of months or so, but will still keep as my main…
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Vauxhall Astra '98 - MOT Failure Repair cost
I received test results back from an MOT service, which was failed. The garage is currently putting together a quote for repairs before begin MOT'd again. I the meantime, I wanted to get a quick estimate on the cost of repairs. Could anybody cost each item so to give me a ball park figure? Thanks in advance! Reasons for…
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old SP30 and car insurance renewal
Looking for some advice. Bit of background first. My husband is a named driver on my car insurance. Its due for renewal in April. He received an SP30 going back a few years which I've always declared when applying for insurance. I'm going to have to check but I'm sure the date of the offence was over 4 years ago and…
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10 year old vans
But with less than 80k milage, I saw a few on ebay and I have budget of £4000. How long would you expect them to last? I wouldn't expect them to last another 10 years of course but hopefully 3-4 years and I will use it everyday
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Static Caravan
Sorry if this has been posted to the wrong section. Can someone please explain the process of moving and siting a static caravan as we have just bought one to live in during self build! Now I'm wondering how on Earth we will get it in the garden! Transport has been arranged but once it has been off loaded how do we then…
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VCS ltd parking charge
hi new here. Just received a letter from VCS saying I was parked at JL Airport, January 2014 and I have not paid anything 1st I heard was yesterday March 23rd 2015 lol. now its been passed to an agency with an extra £30 for the trouble so £130. I have had no proof as in photos times etc, I was in the air my wife picked me…
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VCS ltd
hi new here. Just received a letter from VCS saying I was parked at JL Airport, January 2014 and I have not paid anything 1st I heard was yesterday March 23rd 2015 lol. now its been passed to an agency with an extra £30 for the trouble so £130. I have had no proof as in photos times etc, I was in the air my wife picked me…
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Purchasing your company car - what work to get done on it before hand
Hello I have a company car with my job. It is due for renewal in Summer 2016. I will not renew it, but take the cash alternative. I would like to purchase the company car I have, which is an option. Prior to this (with 18 months to go), what jobs should I get done on the car a the company's expense? The car is a Black 2011…
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Car failed MOT - quote check
Hi, My Ford KA (Y reg) failed its MOT today. I was a little surprised but it's all in the suspension. I have been quoted £400 for fixing the following issues: O/S front lower seat belt mounting corroded O/S front lower suspension arm rubber bush excess wear N/S front top suspension mounting excess movement Can anyone…
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Do Londoners and city centre drivers buy diesels?
It is well documented that modern diesel cars that now have diesel particulate filters fitted don't like short journeys and traffic jams. So have Londoners gone back to petrol cars? What are people here driving, not only Londoners but people who spend most of their time driving in congested towns and cities? Has your…
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Bmw 320d Engine noise?
Hi all I have bought a BMW E46 320d compact I bought the car from a mate who has the swirl flaps removed in exchange for blanking plates While the garage was doing the work they told him that 2 of the fuel injectors were letting fuel back in somehow dont really know They advised his to get them refurbed so he when ahead…
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Kia Sportage
I am looking at a KIA sportage. The guy in the showroom said that at the minute he could sell me a brand new one for less than a used one with the promotional offers he has. I am tempted but I am also trying to do a bit of research - the used ones are selling for £17,000ish (14 plate)..brand new is £21000. I am sure he…
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Autoglass frustration
I have absolutely no confidence in Autoglasss. My windscreen and drivers window were vandalised. When I phoned my insurance company the phone line diverts the calls to Autoglass. The call is answered, details are given and then I'm told the next available appointment is ten days time. I go ahead and book this (and arrange…
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Private purchase of vehicle worries
We're just looking to buy a new motorcycle. Found a local one for a good price - very good in fact. Done an AA HPI - all clear. Entered & checked every bit of info with HPI info still all ok. The HPI guarantee states if the vehicle is over 30% less than market value, they would not recompense us in the event of any claim…
