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I have bought a used car but the VIN and registration don't match - what can I do?

I've bought a car but the VIN and registration numbers don't match. How can I find out if the car has been stolen? I cant find anywhere on the internet...

What's the difference between Mercedes AMG Line Executive and AMG Line Premium Plus?

What's the difference between Mercedes AMG Line executive and Premium Plus?

Did hitting a pothole break my car?

In October I hit a pothole at speed. Immediately afterwards warning lights came on and the car started juddering and wouldn’t accelerate properly. Luckily...

What's the best way to dry a car - microfibre towels or a chamois?

Which is best to dry cars, chamois or microfibre?

Does MG's seven year warranty cover brake calipers?

Our six year old MG ZS developed a noise from one of the rear wheels. A faulty brake caliper was found to be the problem. The failure has resulted in subsequent...

When do I have to start paying car tax on my EV?

I have a full electric car (1st reg Sept 2019) and I wondered if I registered it SORN at Christmas (when it will not be used for a month) and re-tax it...

What should I look at when buying a used car that has stood for six months?

I may have the opportunity to buy a Ford Fiesta from a friend who is emigrating to New Zealand. It is a 2017 Automatic 1.0 Ecoboost . By the time they...

What small automatic is best?

We have just bought a Toyota Aygo X shift but my wife can't get used to it as there is a delay when she puts her foot down which makes her nervous on roundabouts....

Should I set my tyre pressures when cold?

To date I have always checked my tyre pressures when the vehicle is cold, i.e not been driven. Recently I have been told that the thinking now is that...

Is Volkswagen in trouble?

I am seriously contemplating purchasing a brand new VW Tiguan but am very concerned about the headlines saying VW are just about to close down three of...

How do I maintain my DPF?

I've read in several places every 300 to 400 miles I should clean my DPF's. I understand I should drive at 2000 revs for 20 minutes. What happens if I...

What large SUV has comfortable seats?

I am a 75 year old pensioner and I am looking for the large SUV that has the most largest, widest and most comfortable driver seat with the most adjustability....

What do you recommend as an economical family car?

What's the most economical family car for £15,000?

Is it possible to run the heating on electric while parked in a hybrid car ?

Is it possible in a full hybrid to run the heating on electric while parked? For example, waiting to pick the children up from school, or sitting somewhere...

I'm buying a used vehicle - should I be worried about a discrepancy on the V5C?

I am in the process of buying a campervan from a private seller. I conducted a vehicle check using which has come back as all 'green' for the common issues...