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MOT - Helpful fast fit 4 Dec 2006 (Forum)
Since they've been the subject of quite a bit of adverse comment here in the past I thought I'd relate our most recent experience of a leading fast fit outfit. The wife's car needed it's MOT but having been involved in a accident whilst parked some weeks earler and sustained some rear end damage, we were loath to take it to our usual garage about 45 mins, drive away and decided to take a chance on the nearest fast fit MOT centre. -
BMW 525d Touring (Aug 2004) Engine Fire 19 Sep 2004 (Forum)
I need to know of any little fires that may have happened to the new 5 series. Or any electrical faults that could have lead to a fire. BMW reckon that my insurance company needs to prove that there was a mechanical or electrical fault before BMW will get involved but the car is a burnt out shell. -
Falsely accused 7 Jan 2004 (Forum)
I then pointed out that the till slip showed me buying DERV and the previous transaction was for super un-leaded which would be of no use to me whatsoever, also the total volume of the two purchases exceeded the capacity of my tank. She then accused me of filling up cans which I had hidden in the back of my van so I took her outside and showed her the inside of the van, which, surprise, surprise was devoid of petrol cans. -
Dealer advice re naff Vauxhall 20 Aug 2003 (Forum)
Have given up trying to get them to rectify various squeaks and rattles through fear of never seeing the car again however have now had serious gearbox issues and on Saturday a massive engine failure (looks like entire ignition system) leading to a red faced me being towed to said Vauxhall dealer by the AA. Fortunately had this happened 24 hours later I would've missed a key work related flight at a significant loss of money, time and business. -
Interesting Day 19 Jun 2003 (Forum)
Then, when I was trying to make my way across the Queen Alex bridge, I saw a case of typical arrogant driving, everyone has to queue in the left to go along the road leading to the bridge, when it's a bit busy, this queue often stretches across a roundabout. A woman in a VW Passat didn't feel the need to queue so she went in the empty right lane and then edged along trying to push in to the left lane at the exit of the roundabout, I nudged right up to the car in front, the 206 behind me did the same, as did the car behind them, the lorry behind that, the buys behind that, and I think another car or two behind. -
More headlamp-related problems 27 Jan 2002 (Forum)
Another possibly relevant fact is that on both headlamo connectors, the plastic has melted slightly round the earth lead. I have tried taking a direct earth feed from the headlight to the battery negative - no difference. The poor old girl is worth peanuts, so I don't really want to spend a fortune at the main dealer getting this sorted (if indeed there is a problem). -
How can I find out where my car is leaking water? 19 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
I hope you can help. I had a new windscreen fitted in September last year due to stone damage and in January after the snow my car was completely sodden... -
If I chose to deviate from the original colour with my Daimler Double-Six restoration, how much it would affect the value? 13 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking into restoration with Jaguar specialists for my Daimler Double-Six Coupe. I wondered how much it would affect the value if I deviated from... -
What has happened to make insurance premiums go up so much in the last 12 months? 16 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
Last July I insured my car for £240. This year, with no changes to my circumstances (other than the value of the car having reduced) the renewal quote... -
Is it wise to sell a classic car at an auction with no reserve price? 2 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
We have inherited two Mercedes-Benz Pagoda. One is a white manual 230SL made in 1964 with with previous owners and 75,000 miles. The second is a 1970 280SL... -
How can I fix my Volkswagen Polo misfire? 3 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
In March this year I privately bought a 2010 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI. It was sold with a full service history, with 24K on the clock. It ran really well... -
Volvo cars reliability 12 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I recently took my car for its fourth annual service at TMS Volvo at 46000 miles when, during the service, a gearbox fluid leak was identified. I paid... -
Dispute with the AA 18 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
We recently bought a Volkswagen Scirocco from a dealer in Birmingham. Before completing the sale we employed the AA to carry out a so called 'Comprehensive... -
elusive VW Golf Mk3 starting/firing issu 14 Nov 2013 (Forum)
Here's the detail: 1st time 15 mile run, all warm. Return to car within 10 mins. Turns, no start. About 2 hours later AA man arrives. Removes spark lead to insert tool in line & reattaches. Starts straight up. AA man looks at me like I'm a..& then laughs. Wonders if it might have been too many keys on the fob amsking up the immobliser comms. 2nd time. 15 mile run. -
My son's Volkswagen Bora blew up - can we get a refund from the dealer? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
With my financial assistance my grandson bought a 2003 Vauxhall Bora, 1.9 TDI, 113,00 miles, with warranty from a local dealer. It cost slightly under... -
How can I challenge a proposal to reduce my town's speed limits from 30mph to 20mph? 3 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
The coastal town of Formby where I live is roughly seven square miles, has a population of approximately 25,000 and is affluent with high car ownership.... -
How should I proceed with the garage that sold me a BMW 118i with a faulty battery? 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2-year-old BMW 118d last May from the local BMW dealer. It is a fantastic car, but the stop-start function didn't work from day one. I reported... -
I bumped another car but am being asked to fix damage I didn't cause - am I liable? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I had an unfortunate incident yesterday in my work's car park. My car wouldn't start so I had to push it back to get the start leads to the engine. When... -
How do I claim for damage to my car caused by a pothole? 29 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
A few weeks ago, I damaged my wheel and tyre in a pothole. The cost was £340 for a new wheel, as it was unable to be repaired. I phoned the roads department... -
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