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Vauxhall Astra service light
Can anybody tell me how to reset the service light on on my Vauxhall Astra Twinport 1.6, it has only done 2500 miles since i serviced it.I am sure it involves putting your feet on the pedals and using the ignition but cannot remember ( inherited the car from my son so not had it long)
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Cheap MOT.
Martin. Regarding Halfords MOT offer. Are managers and/or mechanics paid commision on finding unnecessary parts to replace. Kwik Fit did this with their mechanics on blantent commision some years ago. Is it just another organised rip-off, or an actual genuine offer. A garage holding an MOT licence is a very treasured thing…
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PCP options
Hi all, I’d appreciate some advice regarding my options around a pcp deal. I currently have a Honda CRV on a 3 year pcp deal with 6months left based on 20k miles per year. I’ve recently started a new job which I envisage will mean more miles and I,m currently about to hit the 60k limit with approx 6 months left and I…
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Exporting cars to EU
Hello, Would anyone know if there is any limit as to how many cars can be sent to EU monthly as an export by an individual/ self-employed person? Was told that it cannot be more than 5, however, cannot find any information on this. If anyone would know where to look for such information would be much grateful for such an…
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Car finance
Just wanted some advice over a car finance agreement I have got. I have about £2300 left on the agreement to be paid for a further 12 months but for an early settlement I can cut around £200 of interest. Does anyone know if you can do a balance transfer for a HP agreement or is this not possible? thanks
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Fiat 500 USB port
My daughters USB port has stopped working, are these normally a straight replacement or do they have a fuse that’s blown ? Someone has said they don’t have a fuse and take power from the radio? The radio works so if this is right I’m imagining the port has broken does anybody have any other ideas, thanks very much
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Car I have bought has outstanding finance 😬
Hello Guys and Girls, I have recently purchased a car that has outstanding finance from an independent one man band type trader. The previous owner is the original person named on the HP agreement. I brought the car as Spares or Repairs Due to the number of mechanical electrical and cosmetic issues which were present at…
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Car I have bought has outstanding finance 😬
Hello Guys and Girls, I have recently purchased a car that has outstanding finance from an independent one man band type trader. The previous owner is the original person named on the HP agreement. I brought the car as Spares or Repairs Due to the number of mechanical electrical and cosmetic issues which were present at…
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Cheap car and insurance help!
Hi everyone! I am hoping someone can help me please, I am looking at getting my second car, i have been driving a year now, no claims, and 24 years old, I don't want a brand new car just a second hand one but i have no idea where to start i can not afford to pay cash out right for a car so have been looking at add fuel and…
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£900 for rental car alloys!
My car had to go into the dealership for 9 weeks due to a fault (covered by waranty). While it was in the garage Land Rover gave me a loan vehicle, which turned out to actually be a rental from Thrifty. It was a nice car, a BMW X6, but it is a good 30cm longer than the Land Rover and due to the larger size and turning…
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Which - Small SUV
I am considering a small SUV - To fit my mobility scooter better than my present Suzuki Baleno. It MUST be an proper (ie Torque Convertor) Automatic and preferably a 1.0 turbo engine (low emissions / tax) My shortlist is : Kia Stonic Hyundai Kona Seat Arona Suzuki Vitara Any more suggestions with reasons ? Thanks
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Learning to drive - theory test book
Hi, Not sure if this right forum to post this. I'm learning to drive and would like to buy the theory test book. My question is, there are so many edition on ebay (2018, 2017, etc). I'm just wondering whether the content are the same regardless the edition? Went to check the official DSA book website and the book was…
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Creeking noise - braking at low speed and when sharp turn
Hi guys, I have a Citroen c2 05 reg and have recently been hearing strange noises from my car. Creeking noise when sharp turn at low speed 0-15MPH Creeking noise when brake at low speed- coming to stop Vibration of car when brake at high speed 50MPH + The noises do not happen all the time, but does most. However, I have…
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Advice on insurance - car hit my car and didn't stop!
Hi, Looking for some advice following an accident I had the other day. I was driving my campervan along a road plenty wide for two vehicles and a car coming in the opposite direction - towing a caravan with extendable mirrors - swerved into my lane and hit my wing mirror with his. This smashed my mirror, hit the door and…
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Insurers default stance - it's your fault
A few weeks ago, late at night, an arsonist started 3 separate fires in Husbands Bosworth. The first was at a care home, the second involved a van parked in the street, and the last a residential complex, where a young family had a narrow escape and their flat was heavily damaged. During this last fire, two cars belonging…
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Vauxhall Corsa Emissions Light
The yellow engine light has just come on on my Corsa (2011) Apparently it is emission control system fault- emission limits exceeded I had it MOT in Feb, all OK and I also had it serviced in August. Any ideas as to what it can be?
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missed service on leased car
Hi I will appreciate for your advise in advance. I leased a new car, 18 months ago, for 2 years only drives 7K. on dash showing 200+ days due to services but now I noticed in booklet says different which says 10000 or 1 year. It means I should service the car 6 month ago which mileage wasn't even 5K on that time. Anyone…
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Speeding ticket - manned equipment??
Hi all, Today I received a speeding fine from manned equipment in a temporary 50mph zone due to road works. The NIP states I was going 66mph and caught by manned equipment, it says i was travelling at this speed on the 07/09/18 and received the fine today... What should I do? It’s asking me to send my details, can I avoid…
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Electric Car Battery Lease - do I need GAP insurance?
Hi, I have recently bought a Renault Zoe with Battery Lease. In my leasing information pack, the value of the (22kwh) battery is just over £6k. If, in the event of an accident, would my insurance pay off the battery value AND value of the car to me? Do I need to take out GAP insurance (car is 2yo) and would that cover me?…
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Car warranty missold
I bought a approved used car from Audi Coventry, I bought an extended warranty with the car and the car was delivered down to me in London... However now I've needed to use the warranty I've discovered the warranty is only valid at a certain type of dealership in the North of England? I have been asking them for a…
