How can I make sure that the mileage on a used car I'm looking at is correct?

How do you establish if the mileage and service history is correct on a used car?

Are long new car wait times going to affect the used car market?

I have just been told by a Citroen main dealer that the lead time for a new C5 Aircross is going to be about nine months and - due to the shortage - prices will be high. It may be that manufacturers will...

What's the most reliable used car I can get for £3500?

I'm looking to buy a reliable, economic car with the best spec and extras I can possibly get for around £3500. At the moment, I've landed on 2010 Citreon DS3 at that price. I was wondering if you would...

Which is the best used family saloon?

We need to replace our SEAT Altea. We have a £4500 budget and two growing children, but only a small commute. I'm taken with the idea of a Volkswagen Passat, SEAT Exeo, Honda Accord or Toyota Avensis....

What's the best used car with 4WD under £7000?

Currently, I'm driving a 20-year old Mercedes C-Class automatic (love it, besides its rust and repairs). I'm looking for a spacious, used car under £7000, so we can go camping, to the beach and into the...

What's the best used, premium SUV?

I'm after a used, premium SUV. It needs to be automatic, of decent spec and petrol. I have £20,000 - £25,000 to spend and am looking at the Jaguar E-Pace, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Volvo XC40 and BMW X1. I'd...

Dealer has told us a car we like was used for Rolling Road testing. Should we avoid it?

We are looking to purchase a 2016 Jaguar XE with only 10,500 miles on the clock. The main dealer has informed us that it has not been on the road but has been used for testing on a Rolling Road. Could...

Could you recommend me a powerful, off-road vehicle?

I'm a sheep shearer and I'm struggling to identify the right vehicle that meets my needs: • Room for all my shearing equipment (stand, toolboxes, motor, 5ft sq. wooden board...) • I do quite a few miles...

Is there anything I should look out for on a used pick-up?

I want to buy a 2011 Toyota Hilux. Is there anything that I should know (like something that I should check that usually breaks down)?

Interested in a 2014 car that only has two service stamps - should I be wary of it?

My son (19) is keen on a 39,000 mileage, one owner 2014 SEAT Ibiza 1.2 but we've read some reports of engine failure on these 1.2 TSIs. Plus, it only has two SEAT 'long life' services (2015 and 2018) -...