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How long before new reg shows on DVLA website
Hi, I am supposed to be collecting a new car tonight from the dealership but I need to get a parking permit from my local council (islington) who's online permit tool relies on the reg being available via the DVLA service. The delaer has registered the car but it isnt yet showing on the DVLA website (and related service).…
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Lay-by's
Does anyone know why the lay-by's at the end of the Orwell Bridge on the A14 in Suffolk are coned off and has been for many months?
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Looking for a new car around £2000
Obviously not brand new but new to me. Just looking for some advice really. The car i just had written off was an X plate Golf. I was quite happy with it & i'd certainly have another although if i was to have another i would be looking at the GT TDI 130 version. I've heard they are very good engines. A nice balance of…
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Speeding Offence RR84061
Hello, Back in April 2017 , i was caught by the police doing 50 mph in a 30mph restricted road. Indefensible yes, but the court wants to charge me an extortionate £474 and 6 points on my licence for this violation which took them five months to issue the fine. . the fee consists of : £85 -prosecutor costs - fair enough…
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Urgent help needed: untaxed car
Hello, urgent help needed. I have just signed a contract for a hire purchase for a newly new car with a part exchange for my current car. In doing so, the dealership looked up my vehicle details online and found that my road tax had expired at the end of June. Naturally I was/am horrified/extremely stressed by this. I set…
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Auxiliary Belt / Alternator
Had my auxiliary belt replaced on my car. About 200 miles later the car cuts out and won't start again. The alternator has gone. Is this just conscience or could the auxiliary belt not be fitted correctly, it replacement causing the issue?
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New car, moving private plate etc
Hi, I bought a private plate, which is in my car. My husband is now going to have my car & I am getting a newer one - he can't keep my plate as a bit embarrassing for a bloke, so I want to transfer it to my new vehicle when I get it. I have read up a bit, but very confused how to sort plate, tax & insurance before I drive…
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What should you do in the event of an accident?
Having been recently involved in an accident and made mistakes immediately afterwards, i don't want to do the same if i'm ever in that position again and i'll take any "well of course you do..." on the chin because i'd rather that and get it right if there's ever a next time than not ask and get it wrong. I guess it also…
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Want to Buy a 'Fun' Car
So I have a Ford Focus, 1.6, 129,000, 56 plate, hatchback, Ghia. It's a great car and has served me well. There are a couple of dents though :( I'm looking to potentially get rid of that (Facebook/eBay probably!) and buy a fun car for commuting to work, which is about 20 mins away. The Focus has been great for carting…
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Child car seats
Can anyone advise me as to whether it is legal to have children aged 1 & 6 travelling in car seats in a convertible BMW, either with or without the roof down. I have tried to look on line but can't seem to find out. I am hoping that the answer is NO, but I want to be sure. Thanks.
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Car bolt spec
Just bought 4 x m10x25mm bolts and nuts from bmw for £23 That is excessive in my view Can anyone give me an idea of how i can find out what grade 8.8 is and if a bolt meets the grade requirements It is propshaft bolt and nut
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Should I tell a driver's insurer about their accident?
Yesterday I was driving in a 40 zone when I was overtaken by someone very clearly breaking the limit. A couple of corners later, I passed them in a hedge. My dashcam shows I was doing 37mph when they roared past me. Does breaking the speed limit void your insurance? Should I pass my footage to their insurers and, if so,…
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Any Hillingdon-esque parking on the M4?
Hi, We usually park at Hillingdon when we go to the London since it has plenty of cheap parking, is right next to the tube station, and is also just off the motorway. However, the M4 is much more convenient for us - is there any similar car park off the M4? Last time we tried to use Hounslow West without realising it was…
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Stressed Car Insurance
We purchased a Vauxhall Corsa this year £600, 2004 reg. Before that we had a Ford Mondeo Estate 2002, which had serious problems and was not worth the cost of repair, but the insurance was really low for full comp. The insurance renewal has come through at £345 for the year, full comp, which also covers a courtesy car and…
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no car tax/no logbook
Hi Wondering if someone can help with this. Last Monday my wife realised she never received a log book after applying for a new one last year. She was only looking for it cause we have moved house so she was sending it off to get address changed. She then realised her tax ran out in June and so went to work that day and…
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Car insurance once your car has been written off?
I pay annually so i've already paid up for this year. My car has been taken and i'm just waiting on the cheque. I'm in no huge rush for a car but obviously would like it sorted sooner rather than later. I wont just buy for buyings sake though so i may be without one for a day, a month, a couple of months i don't know. Can…
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Forgot Car Tax 8 Hours Late
Hi guys, I intended buying my car tax last night but it completely slipped my mind. It expired at midnight last night. I drove to work this morning and there are two ANPR cameras on my route. As soon as I landed in work at about 8.45am I bought my car tax. Am I likely to get in trouble? Thanks!
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Safe-ish bets?
Hi all Going to need to get myself an affordable vehicle for a new job. After having problems in the past buying sub-£2000 cars outright I think I'll try and get something second hand on HP. Basically I want minimum of hassle for about £100 a month. I know there are no sure things in second-hand motoring but would…
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Airport Meet and Greet Driver / Insurance Database Query
Hi all, We used a meet and greet airport parking at London Heathrow recently, and on our return the driver got stopped by a nearby police patrol car (ie not a camera....) for speeding in our vehicle. Once stopped, the police checked their database to see if the car was insured, and the Police Computer Network database had…
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New Job - Car Allowance (from Company Car)
I am starting a new job at the beginning of October. The company I am with now gave me a company car for the last 8 years and a fuel card so I don't have my own car come the end of the month. I have been offered £36k/annum + £3k car allowance (this is actually above the package they advertised for as it was meant to be…
