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Service Stamp Missing
Purchased a Renault Grand Scenic in July 2018 the service book was stamped by a Renault main dealer in March the Renault dealer we bought it from stated an approved check had been done by themselves on the vehicle prior to us collecting. 6 Weeks after purchasing the car we were unfortunate to get a puncture. At the same…
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Driving licence lost in post en route to speeding fine
I am in a bit of a pickle and wondered if anyone has had a similar experience or knowledge of what I can do to fix the situation. I received a penalty notice for speeding last month and paid the £100 fine immediately. I sent the licence and the form by first class post on July 16th (please do not comment on this - yes…
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Car hire charging excess fees
I recently hired a car that had a mileage limit on it, with excess miles being charged extra. I knew to check the car over for damage before leaving the site, but didnt think to check the mileage on the Car. They are now saying i did over 1200 miles in the time i had the car. I picked it up in the afternoon and returned it…
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Appeal for info: is the M25 closed tonight...?
Trying to get from the M40/M25 junction to Luton Airport via the M1 in the early hours. So, clockwise between j16 and j21. Have heard something about a total carriageway closure overnight but for the life of me cannot get this confirmed. It may be tomorrow night. Any help please?
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Lots of monitor and repair if nessary came up in MOT
Hi, I have recently got MOT done on ford focus 2007 Diesel and it came with following as "Monitor and repair if necessary". Monitor and repair if necessary (advisories): * Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) * Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1…
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Private registration plate
Can you please help? I am looking at buying my son a private number plate for his birthday, when I look at the reg number on the DVLA site its £250 but only £164 on another website. Whats the difference? Also, as yet he doesnt have his own car, does the number expire if its not in use, or will it always be his. Is there…
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No claims discount
I have ended my policy a month early am I still entitled to a years no claims discount. I had tried to change the insurance to my new car but the website wouldn't accept my new car so I had to cancel the policy.
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Minor Car Accident/Prang
Hi all, Had a minor car orang last week - have notified insurance company as is standard procedure. Damage to their rear bumper is minimal, and I mean cosmetically it looks slightly different up close. Have agreed to settle privately, as I highly doubt it will be any more than £250 (if that) and no brackets broken etc My…
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Formula one shrewsbury
I took my car to the Shrewsbury centre for a full cambelt and water pump service costing me almost £500. During the service they damaged the sump causing an oil leak, took the car back and they replaced the sump. 8 weeks later the oil pressure too low light came on. I took my car back to them where they had it for 4 days…
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Failed MOT - getting nowhere with repairs !!!128546;
Hi looking for some advice please.. I have a zafira 1.9cdti 06 plate that failed it's MOT last week. We take it to a council vehicle garage so work cannot be carried out by them just the MOT. The work involved was coming to around £700 for a garage to fix. Our friend is a mechanic and has fixed most of the failures for us.…
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Trying to figure out my PCP options
I've got Nissan Qashqai on a 36-month PCP contract financed by RCI. By the end of this month, I will have made 26 payments. Last weekend I had a conversation with the car dealer I bought the car from. They estimated the value of the car and told me that it has negative equity and my best option would be VT in 6 months.…
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Buying PCP Vehicle Outright
Hi, I have a car on PCP from Evans Halshaw, which is due to expire at around this time next month. The contract includes a mileage allowance of 12,000 pa over a three year term (I am currently on around 24,000 miles). I have the option to purchase for £4,600 and have done a bit of research and similar cars have been listed…
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Motorcycle advertised prices
I’m thinking about buying a brand new Honda motorbike in a couple of weeks. Before I go to the dealer though I want to make sure I’ve got the figures right. When a bike is advertised online or in the brochure with the quoted price, does this include OTR fees. If not how much extra am I looking at? The bike I’m looking at…
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Is there a 'best' time of year to buy a used car?
Just like with most things, there's usually a best time of year to catch some savings. Is there a best time of year to buy a used car? Such as maybe in the run-up to Christmas or in the New Year? People might want to sell their cars to fund holidays or because they've been gifted a new one. Figured I'd ask, and maybe…
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Slow puncture saga
Hi All, My rear drivers side tyre kept triggering the tyre pressure warning system. I checked the tyre and it had a small nail in it. Went to a good Indy garage and for £12ish they repaired it. Fast forward a few days, TPS triggers saying tyres flat. I went and got some air it was 25psi not 34, I assumed the garage may…
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Peoples experiances of WBAC and the like
Going to be selling my Octavia vRS soon, its a 59plate, petrol DSGH 48k on the clock and FMDSH, no dents or scratches, no damage inside. WBAC have (online) valued it at 5.5k and another site at 6k. I have been offered 4.2k as trade in. I really need to get more than the trade in value. I know nobody can see my car but how…
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Nissan Dealer Motability Issues
6 months ago I ordered a motability car from Nissan. I was assured and given guarantees and promises that I would receive the car on the 26th February. The motability guy made error after error and was useless, I have since been told he is no longer with the company funnily enough. I chased them three days before just to…
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Car enthusiasts, are they oddballs?
Been reading this forum for a few months and made the occasional post which was flamed by the resident motoring know-it-alls who post at 0243! Got accused of making stuff up by 'motorboy/nerd/buddy' whatever his name is but the absolute best hilarious read thread has just been closed! 'Rip off' garages had Donald Trump,…
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RX8 PZ bad underside rust
Hi I can get hold of the sills (2 bare metal beams) for around £150. They would then need to be welded and primed/painted by a body shop. Mazda main dealer have also quoted me £186 for each front wing although I need to ask if that is primed and painted. Apparently the front wings are a direct bolt on so it shouldn't be…
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Mazda
Hi Looking to buy a Mazda 3 sport nav is there any one who drives one is it as good car or not any hick ups .
