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How do I get a number plate for a car that has only ever had a private registration?

My partner will be looking to sell her car in the near future and is struggling to find out how to deal with number plates. She bought her current 2012 Corsa brand new. It has only ever had a private plate...

Should my car be fitted with daytime running lights?

Should my 2019 Vauxhall Corsa SRi VX line be fitted with daytime running lights?

Does the 1.4T Vauxhall Astra have a timing belt or a chain?

Does the 2014 1.4T Vauxhall Astra have a timing belt or a chain?

Why did I not get an emissions sheet with my MoT certificate?

I’ve just bought a 2012 Vauxhall Zafira for my daughter with 60k miles. The dealer had a local MoT Station provide an MoT before we bought it but we were not given the emissions sheet. After just 10 days...

Are there any new electric cars with petrol generators like the Vauxhall Ampera?

Are there any new cars electric drive with petrol to charge the battery like the Vauxhall Ampera?

Should both my headlights have LEDs?

My wife's 2014 Vauxhall Adam has daytime running lights in the headlight unit, but one side has LEDs and the other side a normal bulb. On its last MoT the mechanic said they need to be the same so I would...

What causes my Vauxhall Zafira to blow a fuse?

My 2011 Vauxhall Zafira keeps blowing a fuse. The engine cuts out when the fuse blows and the starter motor won't turn over to restart the engine until a new fuse is put in. It has been getting worse over...

What is the best used diesel hatchback for under £9,000?

I am looking to upgrade to a newer diesel hatchback. I have up to £9,000 to spend and have singled out the Toyota Auris 1.6, Vauxhall Astra 1.6 and Volkswagen Golf 1.6 (all diesel). The Auris is my number...