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Number plate shenanigans - should I be worried?
Hi my OH and I bought a used car from a remote dealer (national brand) and had it delivered The advert from the dealer had Number plate AX nn xyz clearly and that is what is on the V5 However when the car was delivered it had plates AK nn xyz which we didn't notice straight away on account of the similarities between K and…
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Driving Licence
How can I find the date I received my first Driving Licence. I am told that it is on the back of my current licence but no dates mentioned there are anywhere near, I know I passed sometime between 1960 and 1963.
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Suitable car cover with radio aerial at rear of roof
I'm sure it's happened in previous years, but this year the sticky residue being deposited on our car has been driving me nuts. It's coming from an Acer, and there's not another spot on the drive where we can park it. DH suggested that he could rig up a canopy, and meanwhile I've covered it with a couple of old sheets each…
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Tree gunk on windscreen
So we get a lot of trees in town full of aphids that deposit sticky resin on the cars. I've tried vinegar, window cleaners, soap and recommended car body cleaner and a lot of it still there. The spray on windscreen cleaner works a bit better but expensive. Anyone found something that will do the job properly and reasonably…
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Pothole cliam receipts?
Ive made a claim to cardiff council for damage to my tyre and wheel from a pothole. I sent pictures and quotations from the garage for replacement/repair which is close to £1000. They have validated the claim and despite sending proof of tyre purchase etc dates and everything under the sun over several months, they now are…
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Faulty tire rejected for warranty
I purchased a tyre from a big company who fitted it in Feb. It had a slow leak but I'd not had time to take it back to the shop to sort and I also thought it would settle as it could have not seated fully and would resolve itself. However it was getting to the point of where it would loose 2-3psi a day. I finally had time…
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OneCall insurance repair cost-limit
After colliding at low speed with another vehicle (my fault), I informed my insurance company, OneCall. The repair company approved by my local Hyundai dealer quoted the cost of the repairs as in excess of £4k. OneCall Claims say that their approved repairers could do the repairs for £1250. When I asked them to send me an…
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Leak to rear tail light - Led light sealed
Leak, and water inside the rear tail light. The light is LED and sealed. I've taken off the light and there are no bubble holes etc to drain the water just an electrical connector. (The car was purchased a couple of months via private sale ago, a 17-plate, one owner, FSH and done 89 thousand miles. - The car has not been…
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Car insurance renewal: enhanced 3rd party liability, personal injury and passengers over 79
Hi Forum Members I'm renewing my car insurance following Martin's guidelines. I'm finding that I not all the quotes offered include enhanced 3rd party liability, enhanced personal injury. I'm insured with Hastings direct who offer these enhancements and which I've previously taken out for peace-of-mind. When comparing…
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MG ZS Petrol or Hybrid
Hi, I'm looking to buy a new car and am very interested in MG ZS especially because of the lower prices compared to other options. I'm unsure whether it may be worth going for the hybrid rather than the petrol manual version. The price difference is about £2k. I've never driven an automatic before and I'm concerned about…
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speeding ticket
Hi I just recieved a speeding ticket for going 26 mph in a 20 mph area. So I will face the penalty or hopefully go to a speed awareness course. However, there is one thing that is worrying me: The letter was sent to my previous address 3 days ago , as a friend still lives there. But this made me realize I have not updated…
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Car rejection nightmare!!
This is a long story but I will try and condense it down as much as possible. Late November 24 - Brand new lease car delivered Early December 24 - (13 days after receiving) Car Broke down, RAC called but on the way the car started again, advised to contact Vauxhall ASAP to check over - Called Vauxhall, told earliest they…
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Diesel fuel claim emissions
Hello, I'm receiving phone calls, regarding making a claim on diesel fuel claim emmisions. It would appear the car we once had does qualify. However, I'm concerned about not having any knowledge about these companies. I'm reading on the forum, mixed messages. Some are a little concerning. I'm thinking at the moment, it's…
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Eversure breakdown cover - any good ?
For the last few years - we have used Greenflag - but now that is starting to ramp up pricesIs Eversure really as good as it first appears ?Anyone in the forum have any good or bad experiences of it ?Last year - we paid almost £120 for 2 drivers / 2 cars Eversure want half this amount (no excess) inc every option for UK…
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Cheap Airport Parking: Manc'ster & L'pool Airports hints, tips and local parking
What’s this about? Parking at the airport can cost a fortune. Yet there are many ways to cut this cost. The first point of call is read the full Cheap Airport Parking guide. Then having found the cheapest it can find you, this discussion is specifically to talk about local parking and tips for Manc'ster & L'pool Airports…
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Wet belt , 64000 miles or 6 years
I brought a 70 plate Vauxhall from a local garage, with an AA inspection done on it, I partially paid on credit card. The lights have started to go off with faults 6 months on. Rang the warranty was told to get a quote, went to a garage got told Vauxhall says 64,000 or 6 years for a wet belt replacement. This is showing on…
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Forced to use Dealer for servicing, car isn’t even in warranty
Hi, this is my first post here and just wondered if anyone could help or even share similar experiences. To save reading through what would probably be a rather rambling post, post Brexit have EU laws, such as the BER or similar competition rules in regards to vehicle servicing been carried over into UK law and if so would…
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Ford focus trim coming off. Easy to fix ?
Hi, I have a ford focus eco boost 1.0 of 2017 vintage. The trim on the passenger side under the windscreen has come off. Please see picture. Was wondering if someone has similar experience and is this easy to fix. Thanks, Jacey.
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V5c process
This seems to have changed since I last bought a car. The guidance on the new keeper slip is very bad. They tell you not to send it to the DVLA on its own and then just start banging on about vehicle tax. The garage I bought the car off did everything they are meant to do months ago , I sat there and watched him do it…
Bought a car, van or motorbike on Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) or Hire Purchase (HP) since 2007? Discuss the probes into hidden discretionary commission and undeclared commission - and how to complain.
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