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• URGENT: Car bought under motability scheme 20 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  HI, I came across a car bought under motability scheme by the original owner is now up for sale in one of the supermarket. It is 4 yrs old model 7 seater with very less mileage <5K available under company's approved used programme.
• Registered keeper on V5 for ex-lease cars 11 Oct 2011 (Forum)
  Hi, I've found a car for sale privately that I'm interested in buying. The guy selling it had it as a company car that he leased. The car is just over 3 years old and the lease period has come to an end. I've done an HPI check and there is no outstanding finance.
• Used car prices - private sale 13 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  Friend of a friend has a used supermini worth £2500 in a private sale according to Parker's, no takers even at £1750! I guess people want a new or newer car and with interest rates so low just now can afford the payments on a new car so no interest in any used car over 3 years old....
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  Someone scraped my son's car and didn't leave details - do I need to notify my insurer if we aren't claiming? 30 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Someone has scraped my son's car while it was parked. Do I need to tell the insurance company? I'm afraid it would put up his premiums even though it's...
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  Buying a petrol estate - what would you recommend? 5 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We currently have a 2004 Ford Focus diesel estate which we have been pleased with. We want to change it for another estate, perhaps 1-2 years old, but...
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  What should I look for when buying a used Honda CR-Z? 26 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a used Honda CR-Z up to five years old and £10k to use as an occasional secondcar. What should I look out for and how will I know...
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  Can I reject my unreliable Land Rover? 21 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a five year old Land Rover Defender from an approved dealer, with 38,000 miles on the clock. The car was sold with a two year warranty. Over...
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  Bought a faulty used car - what are my options? 16 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Three weeks ago I bought a secondhand SsangYong Musso. The car was sold with a full MoT and said to be in full working order. However, after having the...
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  New driver in need of a used car - what should I buy? 22 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy my first car but I'm undecided as to whether to get a 2009 Seat Ibiza 1.4 SE, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 S, 2008 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec...
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  How can I remove the stale smoke smell from my car? 17 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a three year old Volkswagen Passat CC; however, the car interior smells of stale smoke. The dealer says they will get rid of any...
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  Can you recommend a hatchback sports car with usable rear seats, cruise control and room for golf clubs? 13 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Am looking to change my car and treat myself to a sports car, probably two or three years old. I really like the Audi TT, but unfortunately the rear seats...
• KIA Rio (2005 - ) - CDRi - Should I buy one 14 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  Hello, This is my first post, so bear with me if I have posted this in the wrong area. I'm looking to trade in my Seat Ibiza 1.9tdi Sport PD 130. I bought this car when it was 2 years old and I have owned it for the past three years. It has been a troublesome car and has cost me a lot of money during my period of ownership. In fact the experience has left me certain that I will never choose to own a Seat again, which is sad, because they are nice cars.
• honda - buying a car MOT issues 26 Apr 2025 (Forum)
  Hi im about to buy a car , its an old car 2008, ive checked mot history (below)and im unsure if its worth getting hope you can help.   Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i)) underbody corrosion Front Oil leak, but not excessive Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))   LAST YEAR Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weaken Central Exhaust mounting defective ( rear axle              FEW YEARS BACK    
• Any - Accident 4 Sep 2023 (Forum)
  We told her to let the insurance company deal with it and to block his phone calls. We are expecting her car to be a write off as hit into the passenger door and ended up into the front wing.. her car is a 2010 note and the other car was old too. Best thing to ignore the other guy?  Insurance company informed straight away.
• Car price drop incoming? 11 Nov 2022 (Forum)
  Hi, I helped a friend buy a used car last month, she got a 3 year old BMW 3 series diesel. Before she’s purchased the car, we had been to see 2 others at different BMW dealerships. For various reasons we didn’t go with them including the unwillingness to budge on the price and/or throw in a longer warranty.
• The perfect cheap used car 15 Sep 2018 (Forum)
  Picked up my new/old car, a replacement for a contract lease Honda CRV I was tired of paying for. I needed space and wanted comfort and reliability so went for a 60 plate Toyota Avensis 1.8 Estate with 70,000 miles and aa lot cal privatemm Thu 13 Sep 2018 17:09 J0HNuk I have been parking on the road opposite my house for ten years, since I moved in with my partner.
• BMW 525 D - Swirl Flap failures 13 Oct 2015 (Forum)
  Is the car by car advise correct ?
• What car to buy? 22 Aug 2014 (Forum)
  Hi, I was just looking for some advice about which used car is best to buy? I'm only 21 and not got a huge budget (1500 is probably top end). I realise that I'll be looking at an old car but I'm at a loss as to which ones would still be considered reliable?
• Vauxhall Zafira - Buying at auction or car giant 15 Mar 2013 (Forum)
  My wifes after a newer Zafira, has anyone bought one from BCA? probably ex mobility or 2 or 3 year old, money is tight at present, I know it may not be a massive saving but are there any pit falls buying at auction as opposed to say Car Giant where bought are present zafira, we like the zafira as we can just bung everything in them and go for weekends away, my wifes only using the car for short commuting, shopping that sort of thing.
• Looking for some consumer advice 19 Nov 2012 (Forum)
  Earlier this year I purchased a 4 year old Mercedes ML from a large car dealer. It was £17,000 with 55k miles on the clock. After 2 months the parking sensors became eratic and after 3 months they had stopped working, I'd now driven 5k miles in the car.