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Just been done over by an ebay car dealer - do I have any redress?
I found a car I was interested in on Ebay. I asked if it was OK to send a mechanic to check it over, then booked clickmechanic (who are excellent BTW) to do a full check up on it. The report came back yesterday with a couple of minor faults. I spoke to the seller last night who said he'd get his mechanic to look at the AC…
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Exchange of EU to UK licence
I am permanently living in the UK after living in Europe, where I exchanged my UK licence to an EU driving licence (required by law after Brexit). A couple of months ago, I returned my EU licence to the DVLA so that it can be exchanged for a UK licence (I passed my driving test in 1985). I have the details of my original…
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License Assistance Online - SCAM!!! Beware!!
We gave our 16 year old son our bank card to apply and pay for his Provisional License from the DVLA website. Mistakenly he clicked on www . vehicleonlineservices . co . uk/ their website is designed to look like the DVLA one! in very very small writing it says We are in no way affiliated with the government of the United…
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Claims on VW cars
This was your article today about claims we can do and get compensation on miss sold new cars in back 2012 is this scam if not , I had mobility car from 2012 and change it again in 2015 it was diesel VW and I remember they did ring me and said there fault in it . Can I claim and do it my self or have to do it through…
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Dieselgate
I have a personal number plate and have since changed the car, so it is not recognised by the Law firm, It appears they require the VIN number which I don't have. Any ideas?
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Warning issued to motorists over copycat DVLA websites that charge a premium for services
Motorists have been warned by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) to avoid copycat websites that charge a premium for services you can get for free or at a much lower cost via official Government websites. Here's what to look out for and what to do if you've paid over the odds... Read the full story here:…
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10 months on, insurance claim still pending
My partner was driving on the motorway 10 months ago and a driver came from the slip road and hit her on the passenger front side. The driver then drove away whilst my partner stopped at the nearest hard shoulder - the driver returned parking extremely far away so as to not see the number plate and attempted to blame my…
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Brake discs/ pads
I'm looking to buy front discs and pads for my Golf. Do the TMD brands differ from each other in terms of quality and do they compare with Brembo. I believe TMD are now producing Eicher for Euro, hows the quality there. I'll be fitting them myself.
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MSE Guide - Diesel Emissions Claims
This is a dedicated thread for our new guide on: Diesel Emissions Claims Please let us know your thoughts and give us your feedback. If you haven't already, join the forum to reply.
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All inclusive insurance
Hi There, Just about to purchase my first car and wondering if there is an insurance that would cover it all? For example I am looking at taking out warranty insurance, but unable to find one that would include GAP and RTI. Welcome any advise!
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Anyone ever had cruise control fitted?
Friends got a 10 year old van covering a lot of motorway miles. The !!!!!! doesn't have cruise control and I put it to him. Anyone ever had it retrofitted before, worth it? Looks to be about £500 give or take.
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Insurance policy; 'Main' driver.
If a person has recently acquired a car is it possible for the
new owner to be the policyholder/registered keeper/owner of said car but at
the same time nominate another person as the ‘MAIN’ driver of the car if the ‘MAIN’
driver lives at a different address to the policyholder? It seems to be that the ‘main’ driver…
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Unleaded fuel
Why are they increasing the ethanol, when it harms engines, I presume to cut costs?
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Mis-Sold RAC Cover from Trade Centre Wales
Hi, first post here and seeking advice: In 2019, I put down £3K deposit on a car with Trade Centre Wales and the remainder of the price (£2K) was on finance via a TCW partner. Two years go by and I thought I was close to paying off the remainder of the sale price via the finance option so asked for a statement. It…
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Mondeo 4 wheel alignment
My car needs its wheels aligning, but the garage had a quick look and said it may need extra work, because the bolts seem rusted and may break when they try the alignment, is this true (rear wheels) ?? Image is of the bolts they were talking about (not my car a generic pic of underside a Ford!)…
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Buying Second Hand Car Question
I've just put a deposit on a second hand car at a local independent dealer. It's in pretty good condition for a 13 plate, average mileage, and drives well. The only issues were the stank of a smokers car (just in, not yet valeted), a ciggy burn on the back seat, and an engine management light (my code reader said it was a…
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bwlegal chasing me for parking charge from December 2016
On 26th June I received a letter from bwlegal for a parking charge at Eastkilbride from December 2016. They say the balance due includes £85 PCN charge and debt recovery costs of £60. The letter states that if I do not contact them with a valid reason for non payment this may proceed to their legal process. Should I pay…
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DVLA Industrial Action and over 70 drivers.
If your over 70 driving licence is due for renewal and you don't have a current passport prepare for a long delay as you cannot renew online. As I understand the DVLA staff are in are in dispute over returning to work following lifting of Covid restrictions and are only working a couple of days a week according to some…
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Car breaks squeaking after new pads/discs fitted
Hi, I had new disks and pads fitted to my car last week (rear). Since then when I set off the car makes the most awful high pitched squeaking noise! Contacted the garage who said it's not related! Yet this noise started immediately after it'd been in the garage! Then they suggested washing it as it's been dry and might be…
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Car Recommendations for about £2,000
Due to bad timing I am due to be made redundant shortly and also my car lease is running out, so I am without car and job in a month or so. I've saved enough to keep me going while I get another job but daren't spend much on a replacement car in case job hunting takes many months - I do need a car as I live in the sticks…