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postal orders
dvla returned my postal as there was no fee to replace paper driving licence. How can I get my money back??
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ULEZ scrappage expanded to all
Grants of up to £2,000 will now be made available to all Londoners who wish to scrap any car or motorcycle that is non-compliant with the zone's emissions standards. The grants were previously only available to child benefit recipients, disabled people and those on low incomes - but from Monday 21 August, everyone in the…
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Quick ULEZ question
I took a wrong turn and drove into the ULEZ without being aware of it and ended up with a £90 fine, which I have paid. However, my car was supposed to be a special eco friendly version (the 2008 golf TDi Bluemotion) in its day, give or take VW faking their emissions results, so is there a way I can check whether it is…
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Arnold Clark Consumer Rights 2015
Help wanted. Bought a used car and within a day started making a grinding noise. Arnold Clark refusing refund despite independent garage finding potential issues with Fibre undertray and Gear Exhaust tunnel cracked in several places. Corroded surface of Disc Brakes and potential issue with gearbox. Not returning my calls…
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Didn't declare past accident on car insurance
My car insurance is coming up for renewal. Was looking on compare the market and from my previous stored details I had two previous claims/accidents noted down. Looking at my current policy with my insurer I only have one accident down. The one I missed was Oct 2018 so still just within 5 years. I never made a claim…
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Car insurance policies after claims
I have two insurance policies one my car one company car, a named driver on company car had two claims, one a blow out which caused a one car crash and one a partial fault with another car. Question is, who declares claims when applying for new insurance. I’m also named driver of husbands car but when he apples should he…
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Buying a card for cash vs Finance
Can anyone point me towards any resources/advisors who can make sense of this? Let's say I bought a car 5 years ago for 30k. Depreciation now puts it at 15k so over the 5 years the car has cost average of 3k per year, + maintenence costs etc. Of course now that the car is out of warranty and due to natural wear and tear…
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Transfer car from parent to son - Vehicle Tax / Insurance conundrum
Hi, I have a tricky problem that I wonder if anyone can help with? My dad wants to pass his car on to me. The insurance is due to expire soon and we originally planned that I'd just insure it in my name starting the next day. We are also considering transferring the car to me so that I become the Owner/Registered Keeper.…
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Noise from engine after ignition off
I had engine check light on a few days ago and diagnosis confirms faulty Mass air flow sensor. I am getting it replaced in next couple of days, however since today, I have started noticing this sound once the car is switched off... is it something with MAF or another issue Does anyone know what could it be? Here is a video…
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Dynamo Breakdown Cover
I thought I had a good deal via supermarket link to Dynamo Breakdown cover £32 for one year and a small gift to Ukraine charity to make me feel good! This was August 2022. Now without notice £12.30 has been taken from my credit card account! I have complained by email and am waiting explanation! Has this happened to anyone…
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Insuring my 20 year old daughter on my car but she's only home to use it sometimes when not at uni
My daughter is away at uni and sometimes uses my car when she's home. In previous years I have put her as a named driver on my car for the whole year. I'm wondering if theres a better option as she is only home the odd weekend here and there and sometimes to visit during the holidays and Im wondering if theres an…
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2nd hand car - refund within 30 days?
I purchased a 2nd hand car from a dealer, after 3 weeks it suffered an engine failure. The dealer supplied it with a short warranty, and is fixing the problem under that warranty. I've heard from several mechanics that I can reject the car for a refund within 30 days for any reason, though when I look online I can't find…
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Advisability of buying electric car at this point in time
Hi guys. We have two old bangers and are now considering going down to one car. The question is: should we make the change to electric now... or wait? I want to do my bit for clean air etc. but have heard that the jury is still out on many fronts regarding electric vehicles. At my local garage the general advice seems to…
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What documents do I need to upload when applying for the ULEZ scrappage scheme ?
Hi can any one please tell me what documents do I need to upload when applying for the ULEZ scrappage scheme ? I understand that you only have a 30 minute window to submit your application and I can't seem to find a list of what is needed to support my application. Can anyone help please? tia sx
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LV Multi Car
Just received my renewal from Admiral. This year, like last, I went to get an online quote from LV. Quote is for two MG EV's. One 18,000 miles a year with five drivers. Business travel. One accident in 2020. Other 12,000. Second is owned by another family member. Three drivers on this one. Both cars at the same address.…
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Car been declared cat s write off
My insurance company have declared my car as a cat c write off. Managed to get a payout instead of them claiming the car of me and I can just keep the money as its only bumper damage and I've had someone manage to attach it on. Suddenly started to worry that firstly will this make my premium shoot up and also will the…
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Car Insurance doubled.
SAGA has doubled mine from 364 to 627. What a rip-off! Anyone in the same boat?
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Road tax gap?
I just bought my vehicle tax, after checking online, it ran out in June.I was expecting it to start when my old tax ran out. But it started on the 1st August.I guess I just forgot to renew it. I will look at my bank statement.I tried to renew with the number on my reminder letter, but it wouldn't accept it, so I did it…
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Battery for Hyundai i30
Hi My 2011 i30 needs a new battery and the best choice seems to be from Tanya Batteries. Halfords have a calcium type for a bit more money but it’s also bigger. There’s a lot of options for the i30 on Tayna from Yuasa, Bosch, Exide, Varta and more. All wet type so assuming lead/acid and maintenance free. Just wondering if…
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No Claims / Discounts for named drivers
Hi all, I have a four cars for the Children, as well as my own, insured on the same Admiral Multi Car policy. No claims from any of the drivers. My Admiral renewal notice has come through now and with the increases, it is time for them to go alone. Is there any way they can get discounts from their driving records on my…