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Archives for January 2020

Which is best, oil or WD40?
Oil for the engine, we all use that; it always used to be 3 in 1 oil for hinges and things. But now everyone seems to use on everything. I drive a vehicle with a tail-lift, so on some moving parts I use oil. I know there is a small amount of oil in WD40, but its main role is penetrating. What oil would you use on vehicle…
Pothole Claim - FOI data received
You're not interested in the background to this but in short, I, and many other residents, of my village have suffered damage to our vehicle(s) as the result of hitting potholes on a rural road. I've followed the guide on here and submitted an FOI request, using the template, and with 30 minutes to go to the time limit the…
Car not Starting
Hi All, I went to unlock my car this morning with the fob but nothing happened. I manually opened the door with a key but when I tried to turn on the ignition there was nothing. This evening I attached the battery to jump leads, the key fob began to work again but when I went to start the engine it turned slowly but didn't…
Private Number Plate and MOT
Hi Guys Im looking to buy a private number plate on retention. I can assign this to my vehicle online I believe and the DVLA send a new V5 certificate. What I want to know is what happens to my current MOT? The certificate I have obviously shows my current reg(which will not be what's on the vehicle at next MOT) Do I have…
Considering an electric car?
Please use this thread to help anyone who is planning to buy an electric car. We have just been through the process of selling our 'dirty diesel' for a Nissan Leaf. We love the car and the electric side of things. For new owners, however, it can be a minefield of information. First step for us was to consider what range we…
Disabling alarm system in old Mondeo (53)
Lost/mislaid remote key so using spare. It is inconvenient to have to start the engine every time I unlock the car, as well as wasteful. Also, the age of the car does not justify that degree of security. Can that be switched off? Is there an associated fuse that can be removed?
Mess with car dealership
Just asking for advice. We bought car 1 week ago in Edinburgh, but we are living in Inverness, so it's pretty far. When we was travelling back then the engine light came on, so we contacted the dealer in the same minute. He adviced that drive it and it will disappear. It didn't. Yes, maybe it's my mistake, but I'm not good…
Breakdown Cover
I normally change my cars every 3 years but decided to keep my current one as the mileage was quite low and as the included breakdown recovery has come to an end I need to start looking for some cover but not sure which are the ones to go for these days. I did get a quote on uswitch for Greenflag at £52 for their full…
Driving Sight Failiure!
After having my first ever driving lesson i was asked by the instructor to read a number plate from distance and i failed. I do wear specs but i had no idea my sight was this bad, he told me i won't be getting any other lessons as i would be a liability on the road. I wanted to start a new chapter in my life but i'm not…
Hatchback with Large Boot
After a 10 year lay off, I'm taking up golf again. I have had VW Golfs and Polos for the last 15 years and need some advice. What car - ideally a hatchback - will allow me to carry a fold up trolley and golf clubs. But, still allow me to leave my grandchildren's child seats attached in the rear seats. Therefor I'm looking…
EPC light right after oil service
Hi there. Had our 2016 VW Tiguan oil serviced yesterday by our local garage at 44,000 miles. Collected the car and on the way home the EPC light came on and the engine went into limp mode. We’ve never had a problem with the car before this. Rung them first thing this morning and they said to bring it in but it could be a…
Car Tax fines have doubled
A new report has shown that more than double the anount of motorists have either forgot or dodge to tax their cars since we dont have to display a car tax in the windscreen. Here is the link: https://www.shropshirestar.com/news/motors/2020/01/29/untaxed-vehicle-numbers-double-since-tax-discs-were-abolished/ I must admit I…
Second hand car damage
Evening, I am looking at buying a second hand car but am not at all savvy. One car I am looking at has the following advisories on the mot: Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i)) Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i)) Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted…
Car registered in my name forge!
Please help me. A car has been registered in my name by a family member I haven’t lived with for 4/5 years and don’t speak to. I received a letter from court for a £800 fine and could even be points! I don’t even have a licence yet! At the time the car was purchased I was 17! Really need help with how I go about this as…
Advice Re Company car insurance for lease vehicles
I am after a bit of advice. Our small company has obtained 2 cars on a business lease. The cars are being provided to two employees. They will be able to use the cars for personal use and are aware of BIK. I have never purchased car insurance for a business lease car before and I am a bit clueless. It doesn't seem like I…
Free recall to dealer works out expensive
Wife's car (Honda) was recalled (for the second time) for an air bag recall. At this free recall she was offered a FREE safety check. They found a split wiper blade - £36 Cracked tyre valves - 2 @£10 each She got the valves fixed but even she realised that was a bit stiff for a wiper blade. We have both looked at the blade…
£2.50 Dart Charge Toll became a £616 fine!
Hello, Last year I went to France and used the Dart Bridge with my car, which got a £2.50 Toll each way. I did pay once back from Holiday and then never heard again from them. I just received today a letter from an enforcement agency called jbw saying I am owing £616 for not paying or paying late... It feels…
Car insurance accidentally cancelled
Hi this is my first post and I’m confused on what action to take, my current insurance general accident sent an email saying my insurance was being cancelled at midnight on the 28/01/20 I obviously panic and email them asking why, can only email as there is no telephone support, then by midnight find a new insurance…
NCB gone 🤬
After some advice if anyone can help please I have my classic mini insured with Lancaster classic car insurance and I’ve just had my renewal through and it’s double what last year was. Rung them up and they have told me I’ve lost my 3 years no claims , which I’ve accrued with them Apparently they don’t carry over no claims…
FPN for not having valid MOT for 18yo
Just wondering if someone could advise. My 18yo daughter got caught with no MOT .. first car and it got overlooked she's been given a Fixed Penalty Notice which has been paid but my concern is does she need to advise her insurance company, her insurance is high enough being newly passed without get being penalized for a…

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