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Car Radio Unlocking - Part 2
Hi all, I notice the previous Car radio unlocking thread has been closed (yesterday) so thought I'd see if I could start another as I cannot see any other thread!Anyway, I've a Blaupunkt CD43, Serial Number BP026318419367 which I took out of my car a few years back and now I want to refit I can't find the card the code was…
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New speed cameras on the A40
I haven't driven on the A40 for a while. I entered the A40 via the Marylebone Flyover, and after driving slowly around 30mph (to avoid the speed camera fine) I entered the dual carriageway. I sped up to potentially around 40mph and exited around the Westway roundabout (exiting via A320) towards Westfield Shepherds Bush. On…
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Used car
afternoon all, I'm looking for a new to me used car. looking at a diesel estate but stuck on what make/model to punt for. I'm looking at Skoda Superb, Octavia, Volvo V70 or Ford Mondeo. I'll have at most £6k, what do any motoring experts suggest. Anything on the makes above I should look for or avoid? Cheers in advance…
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Over 70 licence renewal is this new?
I just applied to renew my driving licence again online and now they won't issue the new licence until I send the old licence back. Is this because I never sent my old licence back the last 3 times I applied or is this a new thing? It is the correct DVLA site I applied to.
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Used Car purchase advice
Hi folks I need a wee bit of advice on the purchase of a 6 yr old SEAT MII with 42000 miles on it. It's current status as follows: It's tax was up on 31 JulyI have new owner slip VC5, don't have log bookMOT up at end of December, last MOT Dec 23 exempted last year Car was delivered to me on Friday as was unable to collect…
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Scuffed alloy wheels
Have you ever scuffed alloy wheels on the kerb and if so, have you ever got them repaired? I stupidly, earlier this year, scuffed my two front wheels shortly after driving my brand new car from the dealership. A local guy visited my house and got them looking perfect, for £200. I have unfortunately done the same again, but…
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Rac charging me for cancelling breakdown
Does this seem right , it doesn't to me Approx 11 months ago I took out Rac breakdown cover paying DD , I took out insurance with another company as was cheaper , this year the Rac have quoted me a cheaper price for my car insurance so I have gone with them , however it also covers breakdown , therefore I have contacted…
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Car Issue
First image shows part on good side, second shows the other side which has failed, just wondered if anyone knows what the part is and more importantly any ballpark figures of what I can expect to pay for repair (2011 Nissan Qashqai) please? Many thanks in advance for any advice.
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Charge MyHyundai / Digital charging solutions gmbh scammers
Has anyone had any issues with Charge MyHyundai / Digital charging solutions gmbh ? When I got my new car, I signed up to for an account because it's advertised by Hyundai has an easy way to charge your car and you also get discounts compared to the the cost charged by the charger provider. I was paying £4.33 a month but…
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2012 Vauxhall Meriva Not Starting - RAC Can’t Help
Hello. I own a Petrol 2012 Meriva. Today, after driving 70mph several warning lights randomly came on on the dashboard including the TC light (it had the letters on it) and the Skidding light (I believe it’s the Electronic Stability Control light along with the Engine Management light. The car started to rumble and chug a…
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Car insurance write off rip off, can I do anything?
Hi there, I'm hoping someone can help me. I have the usual story, my car was written off and the insurers underwriters valued it really low. They actually sent me examples of older cars with the same mileage, as well as cars with less seats with same mileage, that are currently for sale, to justify their valuation!! In…
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Buying a used Car with MOT advisories
Mum had her car written off a month ago when someone drove into her. She needs another car. We looked at a 21 plate Aygo today but saw it had MOT advisories. I raised concerns with the Sales advisor and they said I had nothing to worry about but I am not sure as I want my mum to be safe after her recent accident. Just a…
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Autotrader: Sell To A Dealer
Has anyone used the free Autotrader Sell To A Dealer service? I've currently got my mum's car in an auction with Motorway but initial price estimates with Autotrader look significantly better than Motorway or We Buy Any Car, allowing for reductions due to partial service history and scuffs. Can anybody recommend or…
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W213/S213 E-Class (2017–2022) – Instrument Cluster Flickering, Dealer says £4k replacement :/
Hoping someone here can help, as this forum has been more helpful than the professionals in the past! Car details: * Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate – S213 (2017–2022) * Issue: The main digital instrument cluster (speed, revs etc.) flickers on and off. The central infotainment screen works fine. (see video) Timeline: *…
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Excessive end float - Vauxhall Astra
Last year I bought a Vauxhall Astra. See thread here: https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6249940/negotiating-on-a-used-car-deal/ Recently it started making a high-pitched whistling sound, fairly loudly, when I had driven for about 15 or 20 minutes. I took it to the garage, and eventually they said it had…
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Possible to buy a number plate under £15?
And I don't mean £14.99. :) Going to put the damaged car through MOT to see if repair is a doable option. I know it'll fail on the plate as things stand so I'm looking to buy a front one only. Go on eBay & there's listings for £5. Great stuff. Except when you put in your options and make it basic as basic can be (no…
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Why doesn't the DVLA tell you if a vehicle has been scrapped??
Hi all. Very strange considering you can find out MOT history, car tax check, and even insurance (via MID). Why the supposed secrecy with information about scrapped vehicles?
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HPI - Outstanding Finance Check
Any ideas of a cheap way to do this? Most companies seem to charge £10+ for a check.
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Salary Sacrifice Advice
I currently have a company car, PHEV, which is due for renewal later this year I have a few options open to me on ways to go * stay on the company scheme as is * take an allowance of around £500pm and buy my own car * move to a EV salary sacrifice scheme and get an all inclusive EV deal I am on around £65k pa gross with…
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Lithium battery In Moped Help
Hi have notice some marks on my battery protective case thing and it feels smooth and no fault on battery and working correctly and just wondering if this just cosmic or will this caruse halm to the battery? Never taken it out so looks like something been rubbing the colour off it
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