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Archives for October 2017

Help - NHS Fleet Solutions issue
I have a VW leasing group car through NHS Fleet Solutions. The lease ends this week and it is due for collection on Friday. It developed an electronic problem last week and has been in the dealership, under warranty since Friday. The dealership haven't managed to solve the issue yet. Fleet solutions are saying that if they…
What are my rights?
About a year ago my car started having problems with the Engine Management light coming on. My car was still well within the warranty period and the local dealership replaced the 02 sensor. Since that time the same light and same fault code has happened many times. I have had 3 or 4 02 sensors, software updates and a new…
DVLA Statutory Declaration help
Hello, Find myself in a little pickle, well my better half, to give a quick introduction to the events, my partner lived in Location A, we had the vehicle declared SORN, the vehicle was being parked on the drive, and her parents Location B, my partner moved from Location A to Location C with me, and during this process she…
Mersey Gateway Bridge
Just be careful... its a toll road and the toll has to be paid online or by phone. We got caught out... Thought it was strange there was no one to collect the toll. so be careful
Breakdown Cover and Insurance
My fault I know for not reading the small print - get that out the way But just drawing attention to the fact that if you get Breakdown Cover with your car insurance (plus extras like courtesy car and reduced excess) If you want to cancel your insurance you may get charged full price for the extras I'm changing car and…
Selling used branded tyres?
I've some tyres i am going to look at selling but i don't want to overprice them. Equally i don't want to give them away. They're winter tyres, Bridgestone is the brand & when i bought them IIRC they were about £110 a tyre. 15" I know i'm not going to get close to £110 each for them, i'm not expecting that. The tread on…
Drivers License Renewal Dilemma
hello guys need a little advice as somewhat confused on this. I moved address so need to update my license, however, I tried this online but it requires a new type passport which I don't have. My old passport has expired years ago, never been abroad since so never needed it. Anyway, I looked up online to renew my license…
Windscreen replacement. AVIVA, should I claim or not?
Hi Wifes corsa 2008 has windscreen crack longer than 40mm and will be an MOT fail. MOT is due imminently, expires in 2 days. Just curious as to whether I should get her to claim on her insurance and get them to pay for the replacement or if I should just get her to pay for it out of pocket. I am with admiral and they have…
Advice please on a bumper respray
Hello all, I have scuffed the side of the corner of my rear bumper and took it in for a quote. He said that the bumper had moved, so did I want a bracket fixing. He said the respray would be £140....£200 with the bracket. He said he could try and fix the bumper without the bracket to save money. I also asked him about the…
rescuemycar.com
rescuemycar.com says it will not take the matter further on the following case: Left a single female in trucker parking bays for 5 hours in total when trying to do a 4 hour rescue journey home, and they forget to put the recovery call in so that she was left alone for hours waiting. DO NOT use this company if you do not…
Rescue my car
Has anyone used an alternative car rescue service other than 'rescue my car' that does not leave a single female in trucker parking bays for 5 hours in total when trying to do a 4 hour rescue journey home, and o e that doesn't forget to put the recovery call in so that they are left alone for hours waiting?
Halfords Autocentre Ceased my Engine
Hi, I have a Nissan Qashqai. Halfords Autocentre changed spark plug and Ignition coil as the vehicle engine had a overheating problem and struggling while driving at low speed Took the vehicle to Halfords again after 2 weeks as the issue was not resolved and they changed thermostat. A week later Car broke down and took it…
Shared parking space
I live in a semi detached house. My neighbour and i both have a parking space each on our shared driveway and 1 shared space between these owned spaces. I would like to buy my neighbours right to the shared space but not sure what to offer them. Does anyone know what the space is worth, how much i should offer and how to…
Should I be worried?
I've some for sale notes in my car windows. Yesterday, I passed a car very similar to mine, same colour, age, model etc. I drove home and the car followed me. Pulled up and a nice chappy jumps out and comes over Interested in buying the car but didn't ask the questions I would expect. Now, the thing that is slightly…
What's the most economical People Carrier / SUV / 7 seater for around 2k
Can anyone advise what they believe to be the most economical People carrier / MPV 5 / 7 seater for around 2k. Thanks
Astra H / Zafira B - interior lighting
I believe these use a lot of the same parts the same way the Astra G & Zafira A did? For anyone who has experienced either or both, did you also experience inconsistent interior lighting? Specifically the glovebox & boot light? I've had both out in my wife's Astra H which we bought this week. I'm not convinced the glovebox…
Car sale cancelled - refund of car tax
I paid a deposit on a used car yesterday and paid the toad tax online, ready to collect the vehicle on Monday. I'm no longer buying the vehicle due to issues I identified by viewing the MOT online (dealer 'hadn't noticed' the oil leaks advisory mentioned on the last Mot so hadn't disclosed this). I've been back online to…
Turbo Failure Just Out of Warranty
Hi, I'm hoping someone might be able to give me an idea of what rights, if any, I have with regards to an expensive repair just out of warranty period. We have a Nissan Qashqai 1.5DCI, the car is 3-years old with 18k miles on the clock, the warranty expired on 24th September, so only around 4 weeks ago. The car has a full…
Used car buying.... Pitfalls?!
I have been looking at getting a used car as mine has died a death now. It's been nearly 20 years since I last bought one (was given last one at 15 years old) I've seen one I like at a dealer. It will come with full years mot and service and 3 months warranty Is there anything else I should be looking for or am I…
Returning 2nd Hand 2002 Honda CRV (bought last week) With Steering Judder
Last week I purchased a 2nd Honda CRV. Nice car clean. But noticed when I turn the steering wheel sharply there is a massive amount of judderting. I did not notice this on the test drive as I didn't have a need to turn sharply. When I spoke to the dealer about it he said juddering was a common issue with 4x4s and that the…

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Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
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Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
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