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  Volvo used car warranty - what should and shouldn't be covered? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volvo XC90 and six months ago a failed engine mount was identified during a service and not replaced proactively. Then four months later, all...
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  Mercedes-Benz warranties 4 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Buying a low mileage diesel E280 Mercedes from a franchised dealer in 2010, I took out a two year warranty from Mercedes Benz UK. I later found that...
• Paugeot 207 - Used car dealer warranty 25 Jul 2013 (Forum)
  My daughter bought a used Peugeot 207 6 weeks ago from an independent (well respected) local dealer. It's an 07 plate with 65,000 miles and was sold with a 3 month dealer warranty. She noticed a noise from the clutch today and took the car to a Peugeot dealer to look at.
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  Will a used Subaru from 2006 still have a warranty? 1 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a replacement car and have a budget. I have seen a Subaru Legacy that I like from what seems a reputable used car seller. However, I am...
• MG TF - Used car warranty - what are my rights? 16 May 2012 (Forum)
  I bought an MG TF in August 2011 and for peace of mind opted for a £290 12 month used car warranty with The Warranty Co.  Recently, when checking the oil levels etc I noticed the coolant level had dropped considerably and there was sludge on the coolant cap.  With my little knowledge of cars I suspected there may be a problem with the cylinder head gasket.
• Used car warranty 4 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  I have a fiesta which I bought from a dealer who is of reasonable size but independant. I am not sure if i got a 1 month or 3 month warranty! I have had...
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  My car is due for its first MoT - do I need to take it to a dealership or can I take it to my local garage without invalidating the warranty? 8 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My Kia Carens is due for its first MoT. Do I need to take it to a Kia dealership or can I take it to my local garage without invalidating the warranty?
• Vauxhall Meriva B - Bought a fairly new car from Salvage - warranty? 28 Apr 2012 (Forum)
  I bought a car from salavage and did it up. There is no record that its ever had a problem - unrecorded. Can I still use the warranty on it? I think if it goes on the ramp it is possible that they will notice its had an accident - it works fine just need to get the ECU reprogrammed and it's got a problem with error codes coming up - was wondering if its possible to use the warranty - it's less than a year old.
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  If I buy a used Volkswagen from a non-VW dealership, is the warranty still valid? 1 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  If I buy an under one-year-old Volkswagen from a non-VW dealership, will I be able to take it to VW if there are any issues under the original three-year...
• dealer warranty? 13 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  apologies if this information is elswhere on the site but Is a dealer obliged to give some sort of warranty on a used car he sells - I am thinking of buying a cheap(ish) car for about £2.5k - the car is 6 years old and the dealer has said that he will provide a 30 day 1000mile warranty. thanks in advance for any info.
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  Does accident damage have to be repaired through an insurance claim to maintain a car's warranty? 11 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My husband had an accident that dented the bumper of the car in front. The driver of the car has said that the repair has got to go through the insurance...
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  Rejected warranty claim - what are my options? 11 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a used Porsche 911 and as part of the deal got a three year extended warranty with the car. Since then the engine has developed a problem and...
• MG HS Auto - Maintaining Warranty 10 Mar 2023 (Forum)
  Given the choice we'd like to use our local independent garage but are concerned that as we wish to retain the car for a number of years we don't want to invalidate the warranty. Would it be wise to take the car further afield to another MG garage or will we retain the warranty if we use the local independent?
• KIA Cee'd 2008 - Warranty affected by using independent repairer. 19 May 2014 (Forum)
  Car serviced by franchised dealer since date of purchase. Is warranty invalidated if, between services, independent repairer replaces non-warrantied...
• new car warranty question 11 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  Which, if any, new car warranties allow this?
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  Where do I stand on this warranty claim? 8 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Santa Fe broke down on the M5. It was taken to Hyundai Murley in Stratford. The cam shaft seized in the cylinder head. The car is still under 5 year...
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  Will using an independent garage invalidate my car warranty? 5 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My BMW X1 requires an oil service, as per the computer, with 9,000 miles on the clock. If I get this done by another garage will it invalidate the warranty?
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  Are extended warranties worth the extra? 1 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Are extended warranties really worth taking out? I have a BMW X2 and have been offered an extended warranty by BMW Warranty sales. The cost varies from...
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  Voidance tactics 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a used Ford Fusion in June from Bristol Street Motors and paid £450 for a warranty. It will require a MOT in February and I intend to phase in...
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  Is the dealer liable for the faults with me used car? 4 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Two weeks ago I bought a Citroen C5 Tourer from a one man dealer. The reversing sensors and power steering do not work. Would the legal warranty cover...