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Changing old/previous MOT as Mileage was incorrect
Has anyone had any success in requesting a previous MOT mileage be changed? The MOT in 2021 failed on tyres - showing on the MOT checker - mileage was incorrect at 78166 Next day passed with new tyres - mileage corrected to 28167. 28k was the correct low mileage and the MOTs since then still reflect the low miles. Didnt…
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Solicitor sent cost of estimate letter 6 months after RTA
I lost case in court 6 months ago and no win no fee solicitor sent this today can anyone help me understand it please ? “We are obliged to write to you periodically to provide you with an estimate of our likely total costs to the conclusion of this matter and enclose a cost estimate letter for this purpose. We must…
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Car insurance premium increases
I've just had a renewal quote and some price comparison figures for an upcoming car insurance renewal and despite no changes to my status, as most people are finding, there's quite a significant price increase on last year. The insurance companies are making a big point of this being due to inflation and rising repair…
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Does this seem right
Hi there I've had a car on finance since April 2021 the car was £10k and the interest is 6k over 5 years. In the 2 years I've had the car I've paid around £6,000 £290 a month of witch £3800 has been lost to interest when I got the car I was told I wouldn't have to pay the full balance if I pay it off early which is…
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Car insurance for drivers with points?
For a number of stupid reasons, I have racked up 9 points on my driving license lately. I drive a big (expensive) car which I potentially will change, but insurance will be due soon so would like to look at some companies which are relatively reasonable :* Thanks in advance
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accident, no (or very minimal) on my car
Had a very minor accident, I hardly felt it but my travelling companion drew it to my attention. I car had lightly hit the back passenger side of my car with the front corner of their car. Anyway stopped about 300 meters where i could pull in safely and we exchanged details, took photos etc . The damage was so minimal on…
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False accusations of scratching a car
Hi, looking for advice if anyone has been in this situation if appreciate so much for help of what to do next etc. long story short, at a car park at a busy period and as people do they try to cut corners to gain car parking spaces. I had been waiting for someone to leave with indicator on however another vehicle by passed…
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Sound like dead battery?
Out of the blue car wouldn't turn over. Battery turns out to be 12.2v but if you try and start it instantly collapses to 8.somthing volts. Then after a while it recovers to 12.2v. Car works fine if jumped but driving around for twenty minutes still didn't leave battery with enough oomph to start it on its own. Charged…
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Accident not my fault - should I still have to pay the excess?
Car drove into us and gave us false details. We had a couple of photos and gave to my insurance company, plus the police gave us their real details. However, I'm not really sure what the outcome of this was - I don't really know if our insurance company have ever persued them. My car has now been repaired but the bodyshop…
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HMRC Rule Change to Pick-Up Trucks
Hi all, after a little advice on this matter: https://www.driving.co.uk/news/pick-up-truck-users-face-massive-tax-hike-as-hmrc-changes-benefit-in-kind-rules/ I've had a pick up truck through my business for the best part of 20yrs, regularly upgraded and must have had close to half a dozen over the years. I was due to…
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Husband Received Motor Insurance Bureau Letter
A few months ago my husband received a call stating his motorbike had been in an accident 200-300 miles away from where we live in June last year. He purchased the bike locally in Shropshire and it has only been within 30 miles of our house since. He provided the company that called him the information that he was at work…
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New Family Car Choice - Automatic
Morning all! I'm having difficulty choosing which vehicle I want to transport me, my partner and one child (no plans for any more). My wishes are: automatic, reliability, fuel efficient, nice interior and not too boring to drive. So far my short list includes: Mazda CX 5 (2020/2021 model), Peugeot 2008 (2024) and Skoda…
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Read RAC breakdown cover policy
I have always phoned to renew my breakdown cover, the first time I needed to be rescued I was told I needed business cover as I was a community nurse. I was told it was my fault I didn't read the policy. Just a note to warn community workers to check your own policy,make sure you have business cover.
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VW Key Fob not working. Cost of replacement is ridiculous.
I have a 2016 VW Polo both key fobs that came with the car now don't work. Each has lasted approx 3- 3 1/2 years. I replaced both batteries and had the new and old batteries checked - none are faulty and have power. The key fobs don't respond, the red light doesn't flash at all so it would seem they are faulty? I am happy…
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AUTOGLASS guarantee seems a con
Woke up to stress cracked windscreen following a frost night ( only minus one ) . checked for damage but no chips at all just a stress crack from side . contacted warranty customer service by website (they guarantee to replace any windscreen f.o.c. they fitted if still current owner ; I am and they've fitted two that I…
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Really stressing about missed service on my leased car...
Hello, First of all, I put my hand up on this one. I am at fault here. It is my first time leasing a car and first time dealing with a new car. Leased a Nissan Qashqai and so far have done around 5,100 miles and the car is in mint condition. The lease is 2 years. I should have serviced the car 6 months ago (I got 6 months…
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EV.
If a EV ran out of charge on a main road ( motorway or dual carriageway) What would be the emergency services response and would there be any consequences. How would a breakdown service deal with it, would it be recovered to somewhere safe, or given a top up.
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Insurance after named driver's non-fault claim
Hello all, Silly question but I'm so confused... I was the policy holder and keeper. My dad had a non-fault accident in my car as a named driver and he successfully claimed against my insurance and paid excess. Now, I'm about to compare quotes for my new car, which my dad won't be a named driver anymore. Do I need to…
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Trading In - Car Tax Query
Hi All, Purchasing a new car on 1st March, and trading mine in. My current car needs taxing on the 28th Feb. I know I am going to have to pay for a months tax, but whats the cheapest/easiest way to do it? Tax fo a year and claim back or pay monthly and stop payments before month 2 taken? I'd be grateful if anyone has done…
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Car insurance in the thousands after at fault claim
I had a small accident where I knocked into the back of another car at a slow speed. Their car had a damaged bumper and my car was written off. I am looking at quotes and have been quoted in the £3000s for basic car insurance on a £2000-£3000 low insurance group car. I had business insurance that I paid around £800 for. I…