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Our car is registered in my name, our motorhome is in my wife's name. We both have maximum no claims and are in our 70s. I'm the only named driver for the motorhome. My wife is unwell and hasn't driven...
I am taking a delivery of a new car and have been offered anti-scratch protection film at a discounted price of £150 by the dealer. I have read else where about huge commissions dealers get out of such...
I was given a radio code with an 8 in it, but my radio only has numbers between 1 and 6. Any help is greatly appreciated.
In October 2017 I took a business visitor to Birmingham airport to catch a flight to Sweden. As I made my way around the perimeter road I had to stop at a pedestrian crossing to allow people to cross the...
Having driven diesel cars for the last 30 years, I am about to buy a Kia Niro Hybrid. Are there any differences in driving technique? Do I need to change the oil every six months as you advocate for a...
My son lives and works in London and needs a small and cheap car for short local plus some longer journeys. A economical to run hatchback with space for a load and room for four people occasionally, to...
I'm looking to buy a car from a dealer which has been on a private plate. When I do an online vehicle check the old plate matches the car I am looking at - model and year, but on the same checker the new...
I have been advised on medical grounds to voluntarily hand back my driving licence to the DVLA. My son is a named driver on my insurance policy and he is willing to drive for me if I wish to keep the car....
I bought a 2005 Ford Focus with a cracked windscreen. It has no MoT and I've not put it on my insurance yet. Is it best for me to pay £160 to replace the windscreen or put the car on my insurance and then...
I've done my CBT and I'm now looking for motorbikes which are eligible in this category. I'd be riding my bike to work for an average distance of 30 miles each way. Could you please suggest a used 125cc...
The DAB radio in my 2010 Ford Mondeo 2010 works perfectly in Britain, but seems to get zero signal when I drive abroad (France, Switzerland, Italy and Spain). It doesn't pick up a single station. I've...
I recently bought a 2010 Ford Mondeo. I'd like to upgrade the radio to DAB. Is there a way of doing this?
I went to a specialist garage that charged us close to £4600 for a reconditioned engine replacement job for my Mitsubishi Outlander. With this we also received a three month/3000 mile warranty. There is...
I'm looking at buying a used car. It's 12 years old but has very low mileage. I've done initial checks, looked at its MoT history, however, should I be happy with a low mileage and not worry about the...
I am thinking of buying a Citroen Nemo 59 plate with 147,000 miles on the clock. It has had a new timing belt and water pump fitted and has part service history. The garage will also service the van should...
Which is better - a Ford Ranger XLT or a Mitsubishi L200 Warrior?
I want to buy a l second hand low mileage LWB panel van to convert into a motorhome. I plan for a professional converter to carry out the work over the winter. I am particularly impressed by the fuel economy...
I have a large family and currently have a Volkswagen Caravelle TDI which is causing us misery as I only do short journeys and the DPF is a nightmare. I need a similar petrol van but can’t find one in...
I am looking at a 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL with 120,000 miles. It has two previous owners and a full history. It's good condition but has an oil leak. What would you say is a fair price?
I have a 2001 Rover 75 diesel. What are the service intervals?
A car has been parked at the side of my house (no pavement) for months. The tyres are slowly deflating and it is filled with junk. I checked the number plate and it is SORN but is on the public highway....
I'm 16 and want a motorcycle - can I legally put a 50cc engine into a 125 supermoto until I turn 17?
I'm 16 years old and want to get a motorcycle. I like the Supermoto style, but 50cc Supermoto are so expensive and I would grow out of it quickly. I was wondering if I could buy a 125cc Supermoto and put...
This weekend I have witnessed two examples of extremely dangerous driving - a driver overtaking a line of cars and a group of cyclists without any chance of seeing approaching traffic and a sports car...
Do you know if there are any manufactures that sell hybrid, PHEV or full electric 16/17 seat minibuses?
I was the innocent party in an accident. How do I reclaim the insurance excess I have had to pay?
I bought a car from a classic car auction described as maintained regardless of cost. It turned out to be in a dangerous and unroadworthy condition. The car was entered by a motor trader. Do I have a claim?
Is it best to replace a car before it loses too much value or run it for a lot longer? My current car is a Honda Civic diesel on a 64 plate and it’s done about 68,000 miles.
I purchased a Jaguar XJS Cabriolet from a private seller via eBay. Before collecting and paying for the vehicle £15,000 I checked with an online company to ensure there was no outstanding finance on the...
I purchased a car from a car supermarket and over the first week of driving observed that there was an excessive vibration present a motorway speeds. I contacted them and explained the issue and also advised...
Does the DVLA still send renewal forms for taxing my vehicle?
I bought a used Jaguar XF from a garage a year ago and it has just failed its first MoT since I've owned it. On investigation, it turns out that the Diesel Particulate Filter has been removed at some point...
On a recommendation from you I used Julian Trim 11 years ago to source a Jaguar at auction. His help was invaluable. I don’t think he is trading any longer, so have you any alternative agents you could...
Can you please tell me what the advantages and disadvantages are of having a service before or after an MoT?
Do I have to notify potential insurance companies that a vehicle is a Cat D or will they pick that up from the search they do?
One of the problems with diesel engines for low mileage users is the clogging of DPFs. Petrol particulate filters now seem to be appearing, so are they likely to have similar problems?
I parked in a street with no restrictions, but was towed away. I was told I parked in front of a dropped kerb. There was no driveway or entrance and no white lines. Is it legal to tow my car away as well...
I have a 2016 Toyota Prius and I have just heard I can tow with it. Do you know what type of lightweight trailer tent would be best for this activity? The only must have facilities I require are two beds...
I see there are huge discounts this month as dealers desperately sell models before new emissions rules kick in. If they don't sell the vehicles are they disposed off? What happens if I buy one now before...
Last year I purchased a car that subsequently failed its MoT on emissions due to various failed sensors which were being hidden by an EML light that had been very obviously tampered with. There is no way...
I've recently had the battery on my Ford Mondeo Mk4 replaced and I need the code for my radio. I've pulled out the unit and have the following serial numbers: 815 C7E3F0793 C 2123627.
Can dealers get away with quoting 90 days major mechanical warranty only?
I have a much-loved 1995 Honda Prelude, which I've owned from new and kept in good condition. Unfortunately it has a crack in the top near-side corner of the windscreen, which will cause it to fail its...
I have a 1928 flatbed Chevrolet truck built in the UK that I wish to sell. It needs a full restoration as it is in a poor condition. Any ideas how or where to sell?
What do you think is the best classic car to buy for £100K? Which would be fun and not too expensive to keep and might increase in value?
What is the best product to clean and protect chrome wire wheels?
I bought a five year old Vauxhall Cascada from a main dealer which included a two year NetworkQ warranty. In the first week of using it I reported a number of faults including the ECO Stop-Start did not...
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