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ML 270 CDI Auto, UK Diesel version (2001) - Carplay
Hello, I have a lovely (now quite old) Mercedes - ML 270 CDI Auto, UK Diesel version (2001). I replaced the original sound system (which had CD decks in the boot - now obsolete and not used) with a single din Sony CD/stereo from Halfords years ago. I now want to replace the Sony stereo with Carplay/Android screen. I want…
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Nissan Leaf Battery Woes
Hi, looking for some advice... I have a 2019 Leaf that has done 47,000 miles and has had the Service EV light come on. Long story short is the car has been diagnosed by Nissan as needing a new battery which is not covered under the 5 year warranty as it's 6 years old and is not covered under the 8 year warranty for…
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Will the new EV per-mile tax change your purchasing plans?
We've had a lot of debate about how a 3p per mile tax will be adminstered, but I'm curious as to what difference it'll make in reality. So does this tax have any bearing on your decisions around your current or next car? Bonus question: Does anyone think the tax will have much impact on used car priced, for either EV's or…
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Car touch up paint advice please
Today, I accidentally tapped my wristwatch on the main body of my newish car. The part that the driver's door closes onto. It has only left a small chip, but I notice it. I can see the grey below the paint kevel. I have the proper touch up paint, but today is raining and it is due to be damp the next few days. Will I cause…
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Central locking car issue - using a standard "manual " Key without setting off the alarm ..
bit of advice please I have a 2009 honda civic 8th gen and having issues with the central locking. It works very intermittently,it seems to lock the car but not open when I press the fib. I originally thought it was the battery which I swapped out which made no difference , then had a spare key which seemed to work for a…
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Hastings Direct insurance & "data sharing"
Just taken out insurance since Direct Line were ridiculous this year. T&Cs of this HD policy is you have the app. Also mentions "data sharing" which isn't yet live. What exactly is likely to be shared here? Are they somehow using the app on your phone to track your speed so when you're 31+ in a 30 they'll then contact you…
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Cinch- Velar turbo failure.
I purchased a Velar from Cinch after hearing good things from my uncle about the company. All was going well, the purchase wasn't too stressful, the delivery fee was a bit of a pain but I wanted the car sharpish so forked out for it. delivered 6th Sept 2025 All was going well until I heard a weird noise from the engine…
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Which car battery booster/jumper?
Could do with getting one. I've seen a NOCO one at £79 on Amazon and another which Amazon apparently recommends, OPENAI I think the brand was, at £29. Is there any reason to look at getting the costlier ones or just get one of the cheaper units like the £29 one? Both our cars are 2ltr diesels. Last car was a 2.2 diesel.…
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Car park bump, was I wrong to insist on proper repair
Hi, Just after a bit of advice about an incident in a car park. I was leaving the car park and driving along when a car reversed out of a space into the passenger door and front wing of my car. The driver eventually admitted he was at fault after initially denying making contact with my car. He tried to get me to let him…
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Cinch - anyone had recent experience with them
I live in a rural area and was wondering about using Cinch for a new car (not new new!) just wondering about peoples experiences - I have had a look at one or two complaints but can't see anything recent or anything positive?
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Reverse lights MOT
At my workplace, we have a number of new Merc Sprinters and I noticed that the 2 of them that I have seen have non working reverse lights within the cluster, but 2 working in the bumper.They have extra lights fitted on the roof, brake lights etc. so quite a number of lights.I have been told that these reverse lights are…
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Lease car (new): production date vs registration date
This is my first lease: I got the car in April 25, 12 miles on the clock. It was registered on the day I picked it up. 3.2k miles in and it is telling me I need an oil change. I queried this with the dealship as I assumed it was an error and they have said the car was actually produced in October 24 and that this is set…
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PCN (52M Failing to Comply with a prohibition on certain types of vehicle (motor vehicles)
Hi everyone, I received a PCN from Greenwich council for the above mentioned reason. One where the restrictions are not 24/7, but timed. Personally, I have no recollection of doing so. So I logged in to see the evidence, and all photos and the video they have is from me driving out if said zone. I know I might be…
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UK resident refused car rental at UK airport
My step daughter's clutch has gone on her car which she uses to commute to work. No garage can repair it for a week so we looked into renting her a car. The few rental firms we have on the high street like Enterprise wanted over £500 for something like a Fiat 500 or Toyota Aygo. I went on a price comparison site and well…
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Both NOX sensors need replacing - advice please!
Hi all, Owner of a 2019 Peugeot 5008 1.6 Diesel GT Line here, currently on 66k miles. Have had a repeated engine warning light appearing, with Ad Blue error and countdown clock of mileage before impossible to start. Garage just reset it originally, they now believe that both NOX sensors need replacing, at a cost of £1k. I…
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My new Citroen Hybrid is too expensive to charge and cheaper to run on petrol? Yeap, it's bizarre.
My new Citroen Hybrid is too expensive to charge and cheaper to run on petrol? Yeap, it's bizarre.My Citroen C5 Air cross is just coming up to 3 years old. Citroen advertise it gets 30-40 miles on a full charge, but I've never had 30, usually around 25 miles but currently get less than 20, a miserable 19 miles this…
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Mis sold Car Finance Reclaim
Having followed all Martins advice to find previous finance agreements, I have found only 1. I know that during the qualifying period, I had many more car finance agreements. I can't remember the reg numbers and have no record of previous bank details (as I change my current accounts regularly). Should I engage a claims…
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buying 2nd hand car - Focus vs Cee'd
I've narrowed down my next car to either Kia Cee'd or Ford Focus. I currently have a 2013 Kia Cee'd 1.6ltr CRDi diesel which is going to be a write off. I'm looking for a slightly newer version, say 2015 reg. Ideally: low road tax, great economy from 1.6ltr diesel. Cee'd has a chain belt which does not require changing,…
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Car or van?
After reading through a thread from someone who seems to be clutching at straws about speeding, possibly due to not realising that a van has lower speed limits than a car, it dawned on me that I have assumed-and driven-my wheelchair accessible vehicle as a car. I’ve done a quick Google (and I will obviously check the log…
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Motor insurance premiums up 30%?
I insured my ancient Volvo last year with Churchill for £250. This year it is due to automatically renew at £326. Nothing has changed. The car is nearly 20 years old, and worth say £3k. Have premiums risen by 30% generally? If not, is that rather a cheeky rise, and I need to go through the whole tiresome process of…
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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