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End of PCP charges - Complaint process
Hi, I had some work done on my car that at the return inspection were deemed unsatisfactory. I got these rectified after inspection and then handed the car back to the BCA. I noted on return the work was rectified. I have since received an invoice (as i expected). So, i rang up to appeal/complain. I was told someone would…
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Second hand car purchase nightmare - small claims advice
Hi all. Looking for some advice as having a nightmare following purchase if car from a garage. Bought a car back st beginning of April. Paid my money £3 grand and got car home. Within 20 miles an engine managemet light came on. Called the rac out who diagnosed the fault. Phoned garage is bought it off and arranged to take…
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Odd Speeding NIP bereavment situation - any advice?
HI, Just wondered if anyone could offer any advice. Situation is: Person A is registered keeper of vehicle, who passed away recently.
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Are you put off from buying a car from certain areas?
Do certain areas put you off or only the cars themselves? By areas it could be anything, a section of a city or the entire city itself. I ask this because i recently spotted a car in Blackburn that i thought from the ad at least was worth a shout. Not a million miles from me so figured i'd go for a drive through. A number…
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Dart Charge - taking your money after 1 year
So I rarely use the Dartford bridge - in fact it's been 15 months since the last time I had to - but (at least I thought) I had a positive balance of £5 on there - because of an accidental overpayment (mix up between the wife and I) which they refused to repay me. However I then went and used it a month ago, only to be…
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compensation (car damage)
I live in an apartment block with a gated car park and recently had an unidentified (not a neighbour)vehicle cause substantial damage to my parked car. At the time the car park gates were broken and left open. On my insurance policy I stated that my vehicle is parked in a secure gated car park. Can I claim for the repairs…
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End of Lease Inspection - Advice
Hi all, New here, i'm hoping you can help me with my end lease as I found BVRLA to be a bit rude. After the inspection (Thursday 19th Oct), I have 6 days before the car is picked up. If the inspector picks up on faults - can I choose to have these repaired 'locally' in the time before it's picked up? I've heard of horror…
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Brake problem not picked up in MOT should I complain?
Our 07 reg Skoda Octavia recently passed its MOT. We did not have a service at the same time as the garage could not fit the service on the same day. Within a few weeks, there was a noise while braking and it transpired that the pad was worn and it had damaged the disc and caliper. Cost over £700 to fix. My question is,…
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driving school or local instructor?
Passed my theory test last week. I already know how to drive but need to get used to the UK roads and wanna have some tips for driving test (automatic gear). I don't own a car. Therefore I guess 4-5 hours driving practice would be fine, I also need instructor's car for driving test. Would you please recommend any company…
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Screen wash in coolant reservoir!
I have just put some screen wash in the coolant reservoir of my 2017 Audi s4! :eek: Did it on the driveway and haven't driven it. There's about a litre gone from the screenwash bottle but half of it went over side of coolant reservoir as coolant reservoir was full unlike the screen wash reservoir which the dash was telling…
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SUV or Estate?
It won't be for now, but my partner and I are starting to look at bigger cars. The Fiesta we have is great. We can fit the pram in boot, the shopping in the front seat and the 3 of us can get around with no problems. However, if/when we have a second child, we are probably going to need a bigger car. I had my eyes set on a…
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Caught speeding
I know this is a old post but im in a similar position, I got caught speeding and got pulled over by an unmarked police car, he took my details and I was on my way after 5 mins, he said I will receive somethi g in the post within 2 weeks and I still have received nothing and has been 18 days so far, just want to know how…
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Basic No Claims Bonus Question
Hi guys, Just doing my insurance renewal, question: the anniversary of my NCB is the 8/11/17, the day I'd like my new policy to start. At the moment and as it stands I have 9 years NCB, I will earn another year on the 8/11/17. Do I put in my quotes that I still only have 9, or do I quote for 10? When the policy actually…
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Personal Car Lease -
First time poster - always a question though isn't it?! I feel our lease agreement for the car isn't particularly detailed so that's why I'm looking for some advice here if possible. We've been leasing our car since September 2014 on a 4 year deal. We paid approximately £1500 up front and our payments are affordable. In…
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AA Car Battery Replacement
Hi In sep of this year (2017) we had to have a new battery fitted to my father-inlaws car, as the old one was flat. The AA arrived, tested, sold us a 112 pound new battery, and then fitted. He said that the battery that was already on the car was the wrong size. He said the old battery was 330 watt and the car needed a 550…
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Cheapest Car to run (fuel/tax wise) that costs a £1000
So my trusty 2003 Ford Focus 1.8L Zetec Petrol needs replacing i have a budget of around £1000 and just want a car that is cheap to run regarding fuel costs/tax as this Focus is really quite expensive i want much more MPG for my money nowadays TBF so what is the best car i can buy for £1000 that fits the bill, any help…
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Garage Additional Charges
Was hoping to get some advice. I recently took my Vauxhall Insignia into the local garage due to the fact I was having issue starting it. I was advised after the diagnostic had been run that the hydraulic lifters needed to be replaced I was also advise that the cambelt need to be changed. After agreeing to the £850 fee to…
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Ford radio code
Hi, just wondered if anyone knows how i can get a code for a ford focus radio, serial number m029478. Thank you.
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Tyre age of new tyres
I was reading a conversation somewhere online recently where someone had bought 2 new tyres from a major online tyre retailer with DOT 2012 on them, turns out it means they were made in the 20th week, of 2012. Long story short, a row erupted about tyres being 5 years old and not being fitted, and them deteriorating in the…
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Audi A4 - electrical gremlins??
We've had our 2003 Audi A4 for about 8 years now, aside from the recent clutch and DMF, never had a problem with it. This morning at 6am, i got in it and the drivers seat was right back (its electric adjustment) and both wing mirrors were in the 'dipped' position, as though it were ready to reverse. Almost like someone…
