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AA. Real down cover - can I cancel to get a better deal
I’m Currently with the AA for break down cover. My renewal price came through and was extortionate. I’ve called them and they’ve reduced it to £140. New members can get the same cover for just under +£90. I said I’ll just cancel and take out our new joint cover in the other persons name - the lady said I can’t do that and…
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Parking large vehicles
I believe HGVs are not allowed to park in residential areas, but are there and specific rules for large vans?They can block your view when parked, I have an old friend complaining about one of our large minibuses parking close to the entrance of a gym. He parks partially on the pavement, but close to the entrance.
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GAP insurance and Finance Company, and me stuck in the middle :(
I am in need of some advise, maybe somebody has been through the same situation I am in currently. It was my first time taking out a lease car, and I was advised to get GAP insurance should the worst happen, a few months into the lease and the car was in an accident and sadly was classed as a total loss, my Insurance…
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Short Term UK Breakdown Cover
My new car Breakdown cover ends in 5 days. Is there any companies that offer 1 month only breakdown cover including Nationwide recovery and onward travel UK ? Thanks in advance.
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New Car Registration by Dealer
Good evening, We ordered a new Kia in early December last year. Estimated delivery date was end Feb. Production delays meant it didn't reach the UK port of entry until 31 March. There have been further delays in the PDI process and transportation to the dealer. I was advised it would reach the dealer last week. The dealer…
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RAC 3rd Party Mechanic Damaged Car
A few weeks ago I had a flat tyre. I called the RAC who sent out a local mobile tyre fitter who changed the tyre. I then booked the car in at my local tyre fitter for a wheel realignment. I then get a phone call from them saying they haven't removed the hub because the bolt has been cross threaded - almost certainly…
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How to buy next car
I have always bought cars outright but only spent 1-2k on average. Usually get a few years trouble free. Would happily do this again other than my dislike of the tax bands. A perfectly good 10-15 year old 1.6 petrol hatchback can cost over £400 per year in tax. I would also like a car with built in bluetooth and dab. Is it…
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Help on radio code
Hi can anyone find my Radio code serial number for Audi radio is AUZ1Z3A9612845 Thanks
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Audi 12 year perforation warranty
I have a 4 year old Q2 with bubbling paint on the bonnet. An independent bodyshop has said it's corrosion. Audi won't fix it under their warranty saying it's not covered as the 3 year warranty has finished and the 12 year warranty is rust through only. Any advice where I go next as its a £1k plus fix on a £20k car. Thanks.
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2011 Hyundai i10 Wipers Sticking
The wipers on my Hyundai i10 are starting to seize and sometimes stop altogether if the windscreen gets dry when using the washer, I haven't driven in the rain for a few weeks. I have sprayed the bottom of the arms with WD40 and they are a bit better but I cannot see how to access the linkage to properly lubricate it. I…
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Deciding not to renew a licence 70+ - how to do it
My Mum has received a letter & form with an application to renew her driving license. She hasn't driven for a while now - no-one has told her she can't drive, but she doesn't feel safe/confident to do so any more. Can she simply not return the form, or does she have to somehow tell them and return her license? There's…
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unidentified car part
Does anyone know what this is? It fell off the bottom of my 2007 Skoda Roomster. It is quite corroded...there is embossed writing on it which says:VWAGCZ KR1600 120 AC01 07-> Still seems to run OK after this falling off but it would help me to have an idea of what has gone wrong. I am not a car person. Thank you.
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Blackwall Tunnel £4 Charge for off peak time.
I accidently took a wrong turn today and ended up going through the blackwall tunnel. This was after 10am so I presumed I would pay £1.50 off peak price, but when I went online to pay it is only giving me the choice of paying £4. Is this correct or some sort of error?
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What if PCP and PCH Costs are the same (Which is better)
Hi... I've had PCH cars for the past 7-8 years and it has worked well, I don't wish to buy or keep the car, and happy to change every so often once the contract is up. I am looking at changing again this year and since the last car, PCH's have gone up quite a bit, but on the whole still cheaper than a PCP. However, one car…
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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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Is this used car in good condition?
I am buying my first used (2018) car, but I dont know anything about cars and have nobody that can help me. I felt secure buying from a dealership, but something made me feel uneasy about it as they suddenly said another buyer was interested in buying if I didnt. I walked away, but they have now called and said its…
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PCP Voluntary Termination
Hi all, I took out a PCP contract for 4 year duration / 10,000 miles a year, just over three years ago. Due to a change of circumstance I’ve decided to voluntarily terminate the agreement and the finance company have confirmed that I have paid over 50% of the loan and can return the vehicle and they will have it collected…
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Private road with shared access issue.
Morning all, I own a property with an access road attached that allows three other houses right of access to their properties behind mine. I came in today to find my drive wall had been knocked down by what I believe was an Amazon delivery van (although I can’t be certain of this as no camera footage of the area or…
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How many years No Claims Discount do I have?
I'm hoping there is an obvious answer to this question, but I haven't been able to find one. In October 2023, I left Aviva with 12 years no claims discount. I joined NFU Mutual for insurance - they don't recognise more than 8 years no claims discount. My last renewal in October 2024 shows "8 or more years NCD protected"…
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Peugeot Partner Tepee semi-automatic transmission problems
Hi, I've had trouble with transmission on my diesel semi-automatic 2016 Peugeot Partner Tepee since I bought it in 2022. First the pipe work needed replacing. Then the pump and now the robot arm. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this type of transmission gear box?
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