Approved used cars: Your complete guide

Car manufacturers have identified a gap between new and second-hand models that they call approved used cars, often selling them at higher prices. Here's everything you need to know.

  • What sets an approved used car apart
  • Are they worth the extra money?
  • Approved used schemes rated

Not all used cars are equal — at least that's what car manufacturers claim with their vast array of schemes selling approved used cars.

Usually operating from showrooms alongside their new car franchises, manufacturers' best used cars are frequently marketed under a separate brand and come with more comprehensive guarantees, warranties, exchange policies.

They have also been more rigorously inspected than most used cars have with many being low. Most are low mileage too. Each manufacturer has its own name for these schemes.

Many opt for Approved Used or a variation on the theme, while others something dreamt up by marketeer's such as Volvo's Selekt range.

Others are organised into manufacturing groups, so while Vauxhall previously had its own Network Q scheme, as it's now part of the Stellantis group, alongside Citroen, Fiat, Peugeot and others, now they all combine under the Spoticar approved used umbrella.

So, are approved used schemes worth the extra outlay for car buyers or are they simply a way to allow those selling them to generate larger profit margins? Read on to find out.

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What's different about an approved used car?

All approved used schemes offer a more thorough mechanical inspection than would otherwise be undertaken, but don't be too swayed by the headine-grabbing number of checks. One schene that quotes a 120-point check may simply be counting items covered in a 60-point one in a different manner — it's the scope of what they're checking that really matters.

Every approved used scheme will offer you 12 months warranty, while the better ones provide 24 months. Where the balance of the manufacturer's original warranty is longer, as may be the case for those cars sold new with five- or seven-year warranties, that will remain valid.

Many of the warranties that are offered in approved used schemes are unlimited mileage, but be careful to check the small print with those where their is a cap, because it may refer to the car's total mileage and not the distance you have covered in it.

Breakdown cover is usually provided by the AA or RAC, though some manufacturers operate their own recovery schemes using their dealer network and independent recovery services. In reality, most of these are provided by a firm called Mondial, who white-label their services for manufacturers to brand however they wish.

If you plan to tour abroad with your car, check whether European breakdown cover is included in the package.

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Is it worth paying the extra for an approved used car?

Approved used cars usually cost more than 'ordinary' used models but not by as much as you may expect. Whether you think the scheme justifies the premium, depends on how much you value the peace of mind that comes with the additional checks, inspections and warranties.

If you're just looking for a decent warranty and have breakdown cover, for example, it may be worth buying a car outside of an approved used scheme and getting an aftermarket warranty from a company such as MotorEasy.

The premium that you pay for opting for an approved used car varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Sometimes it starts from just a few hundred pounds, but sometimes it's significantly more. As ever, it's important to shop around.

If you're part-exchanging a car against an Approved Used model, it's crucial to make sure you know what it's worth by using our Valuation Tool. Be sure to check the trade-in value rather than the retail price.

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Do approved used cars come with other benefits?

Some do, although it's worth noting that promotions vary from scheme to scheme and what's being offered might not be of interest to you anyway.

It's not unusual for approved used car schemes to offer five or seven days' free insurance, giving you time to sort out your own policy and shop around when it's convenient to you after the car is yours, rather than rushing around doing it in advance. 

Some will also include discounted servicing packages, similar to those offered with brand new cars, which may also include the cost of the annual MoT check for a set number of years.

Other manufacturers may offer discounted or complimentary experiences pertinent to the type of car you have purchased, such as off-road or high-speed track-driving coaching.

A-Z of approved used car schemes

Click on the manufacturers' logos below for in-depth details about the different approved used car schemes each offers.

 

Abarth Alfa Romeo Audi BMW
Citroen Cupra Dacia DS
Fiat Ford Honda Hyundai
Jaguar Jeep Kia Land Rover
Lexus Mazda Mercedes-Benz
MG MINI Nissan Peugeot
Polestar Porsche Renault SEAT
Skoda Subaru Suzuki Tesla
Toyota Vauxhall Volkswagen Volvo

Abarth approved used cars

Abarth 500e

Scheme name — Spoticar

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'comprehensive multi-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

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Alfa Romeo approved used cars

Alfa Romeo Tonale

Scheme name — Alfa Romeo Certified

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, an ownership assurance certificate showing that the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 120-point vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — Minimum 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

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Audi approved used cars

Audi Q3 Sportback

Scheme name — Audi Approved Used

Warranty period — 12 months' comprehensive cover. Fully electric models continue to have their original battery warranty for eight years / 100,000 mles guaranteeing no more than 30% capacity degredation in that timeframe.

Age of cars covered — Up to eight years / 100,000 miles.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — Yes.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 150-point vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Audi parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months' cover for vehicles up to eight years old.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — MoT cover up to the value of £750 for the first 12 months included, plus five days' complimentary Drive Away Insurance. 

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BMW approved used cars

BMW 1 Series Sports Hatch

Scheme name — Approved Used BMW

Warranty period — 12 months' comprehensive cover. Fully electric models continue to have their original battery warranty for eight years / 100,000 mles guaranteeing no more than 30% capacity degredation in that timeframe.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — Yes.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'stringent 360-degree' vehicle inspection is included, using genuine BMW parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — A verfied BMW service history, use of the BMW app for phone to car remote communications, MoT cover up to the total value of remedying the issue (with some exclusions) for the first 12 months included, plus five days' complimentary Driveaway Insurance. 

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Citroen approved used cars

Citroen e-C4

Scheme name — Spoticar

Warranty period — Minimum six months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'comprehensive multi-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — six months.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

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Cupra approved used cars

Cupra Formentor

Scheme name — Cupra Approved

Warranty period — 24 months' comprehensive cover. Fully electric models continue to have their original battery warranty for eight years / 100,000 mles guaranteeing no more than 30% capacity degredation in that timeframe.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'meticulous multi-point' vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Cupra parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 24 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — MoT cover up to the value of £750 for the first 24 months included, plus five days' complimentary Drive Away Insurance. 

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Dacia approved used cars

Dacia Jogger

Scheme name — Dacia Approved Vehicles

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'mechanical and safety' vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Cupra parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — Minimum 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

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DS approved used cars

DS 7

Scheme name — DS Certified

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, an ownership assurance certificate showing that the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 120-point vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — Minimum 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

Extras — MoT test cover.

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Fiat approved used cars

Fiat 500 Electric

Scheme name — Spoticar

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 112-point vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

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Ford approved used cars

Ford Puma

Scheme name — Ford Direct

Warranty period — 24 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

Age of cars — Up to 24 months / up to 24,000 miles.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'multi-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 24 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — A full Ford service history plus three days' complimentary Driveaway Insurance. 

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Honda approved used cars

Honda Jazz

Scheme name — Honda Approved

Warranty period — 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a '100+ multipoint-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

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Hyundai approved used cars

Scheme name — Hyundai Promise

Warranty period — 60 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, an 'over 100-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months' cover minimum, renewed annually when the car is serviced by a Hyundai retailer

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — A £250 excess voucher which can be used if you're unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident during the first year of ownership plus one day's complimentary Driveaway Insurance. 

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Jaguar approved used cars

Scheme name — Approved Jaguar

Warranty period — Minimum of 12 months' comprehensive cover for E-Pace, F-Pace, F-Type, XE, XF and XJ, minumum of 24 months cover for I-Pace.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 165-point vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months for E-Pace, F-Pace, F-Type, XE, XF and XJ, 24 months for I-Pace.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

Extras — Pod Point home charger installation and MoT cover for I-Pace.

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Jeep approved used cars

Jeep Renegade

Scheme name — Spoticar

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'comprehensive multi-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

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Kia approved used cars

Kia Sportage

Scheme name — Kia Approved Used

Warranty period — 84 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

Age of cars — Up to 20 months.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'multi-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 24 months' cover minimum, renewed annually when the car is serviced by a Hyundai retailer

Extras — Up to £1000 towards the cost of any MoT work during the first year of ownership, a £250 excess voucher which can be used if you're unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident during the first year of ownership plus one day's complimentary Driveaway Insurance. 

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Land Rover approved used cars

Scheme name — Land Rover Approved Used

Warranty period — Minimum of 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 165-point vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

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Lexus approved used cars

Lexus NX

Scheme name — Lexus Select

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — Yes, up to the car's 10th birthday / 100,000 miles annual renewal when servicing work is undertaken at a Lexus retailer.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 150-point vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Audi parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — 24/7 accident car support, up to £350 towards insurance excess if you are unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident with your car during the first 12 months, the option to buy the Service Plan Plus package including two services, two MoTs and an additional 12 months' breakdown cover, plus up to 42 days' loan — over a 36-month period — of a Lexus hybrid model for those buying a fully electric UX 300e or RZ 450e. 

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Maserati approved used cars

Maserati Grecale

Scheme name — Maserati Approved

Warranty period — Minimum of 24 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — Yes.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 121-point vehicle inspection is included with genuine Maserati replacement parts used where required.

Breakdown cover period — 24 months.

Extras — A verified Maserati service history.

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Mazda approved used cars

Mazda CX-30

Scheme name — Mazda Approved Used

Warranty period — 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'multipoint-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

Extras — Up to £750 towards MoT remedial costs during the first year of ownership.

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Mercedes approved used cars

Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Scheme name — Mercedes-Benz Approved Used

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'multipoint-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

Extras — MoT test failure cover will refund the cost of remedial work at the car's first test after purchase, if the car indicates a service is due within the first three months / 3000 miles of ownership, this will be performed free of charge, plus seven days' complimentary insurance.

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MG approved used cars

MG4 EV

Scheme name — Approved Used MG

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 130-point vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

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MINI approved used cars

MINI Clubman

Scheme name — MINI Approved Used

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'meticulous' vehicle inspection is included, using genuine MINI parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — Minimum 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — A verfied MINI service history, MoT cover up to the total value of remedying the issue (with some exclusions) for the first 12 months included, plus five days' complimentary DriveAway Insurance. 

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Nissan approved used cars

Nissan Qashqai

Scheme name — Nisan Intelligent Choice

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover, with electric vehicle battery guaranteed to have a capacity of at least 75% of its indicated display.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — Yes, up to 24 months.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'rigorous' inspection is included, using genuine Nissan parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based.

Extras — MoT Care covers the cost of remedial work should the car not pass its first test in your ownership plus up to £200 towards insurance excess if you are unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident with your car during the first 12 months. 

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Peugeot approved used cars

Peugeot e-2008

Scheme name — Spoticar

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'comprehensive multi-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

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Polestar approved used cars

Polestar 2

Scheme name — Polestar Pre-owned

Warranty period — 24 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 111-point vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Polestar parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 24 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 14 days.

Extras — A verfied Polestar service history and pre-sale preparation to the same standards as brand new cars. 

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Porsche approved used cars

Scheme name — Porsche Approved

Warranty period — Minimum 24 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — Yes, up to the car's 15th birthday / up to 125,000 miles.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 111-point vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Porsche parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 24 months' cover.

Extras — A verfied Porsche service history and pre-sale preparation to the same standards as brand new cars. 

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Renault approved used cars

Renault Zoe

Scheme name — Renault Approved Vehicles

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'mechanical and safety' vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Cupra parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — Minimum 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Pp to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — Five days' drive-away insurance.

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SEAT approved used cars

SEAT Arona

Scheme name — SEAT Approved

Warranty period — Up to 24 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'thorough' vehicle inspection is included, using genuine SEAT parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 24 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — MoT cover up to the value of £750 for the first 24 months included, plus five days' complimentary Drive Away Insurance. 

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Skoda approved used cars

Skoda Citigo-e

Scheme name — Skoda Plus Approved Used

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover. Fully electric models continue to have their original battery warranty for eight years / 100,000 mles guaranteeing no more than 30% capacity degredation in that timeframe.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, an 'over 100-point' vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Skoda parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — Minimum 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based.

Extras — Cars have at least six months before a service or MoT test is due, the cost of the next MoT after buying the car is also included, plus five days' complimentary Drive Away Insurance. 

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Subaru approved used cars

Subaru Impreza

Scheme name — Subaru Proven

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

Age of cars — Up to seven years / up to 80,000 miles.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'multi-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based.

Extras — Bodywork refinishing to 'exacting standards'.

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Suzuki approved used cars

Suzuki Jimny

Scheme name — Suzuki Approved Used Cars

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'multi-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months' cover.

Extras — Verified service history and the next service is performed if due within three months of the sale.

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Tesla approved used cars

Tesla Model 3

Scheme name — Certified Pre-Owned Tesla Vehicles

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover. Battery warranties guaranteeing no more than 30% capacity degredation over eight years / up to 100,000 miles for Rear-Wheel Drive Model 3s and Model Ys, up to 120,000 miles for All-Wheel Drive Model 3s and Model Ys and up to 150,000 for all Model S and Model X versions.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'full' vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Skoda parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — Cover lasts for the duration of the warranty with 24/7 roadside assistance across Europe.

Exchange policy — Up to 14 days.

Extras — Enhanced Autopilot upgrade with a complimentary 30-day trial of Premium Connectivity services.

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Toyota approved used cars

Toyota Yaris Cross

Scheme name — Toyota Approved Used

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — Yes, up to the car's 10th birthday / 100,000 miles annual renewal when servicing work is undertaken at a Toyota retailer.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 145-point vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Audi parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — Excess Protection of up to £350 towards insurance excess if you are unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident with your car during the first 12 months plus 24/7 Accident Care support to take the hassle out of organising vehicle recovery. 

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Vauxhall approved used cars

Vauxhall Mokka Electric

Scheme name — Spoticar

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, the mileage and history of your car has been checked and verified with an independent company, including that your car is not recorded as having been stolen, written off or having outstanding finance.

Inspection? — Yes, a 'comprehensive multi-point' vehicle inspection is included.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles fault-based exchange programme.

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Volkswagen approved used cars

Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet

Scheme name — Approved Used from Volkswagen

Warranty period — 24 months' comprehensive cover. Fully electric models continue to have their original battery warranty for eight years / 100,000 mles guaranteeing no more than 30% capacity degredation in that timeframe.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, an 'over 100 individual checks' vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Volkswagen parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 24 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1000 miles.

Extras — A verified Volkswagen serivice history check, MoT cover up to the value of £750 for the first 24 months included, plus five days' complimentary Drive Away Insurance. 

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Volvo approved used cars

Volvo XC40

Scheme name — Volvo Selekt

Warranty period — Minimum 12 months' comprehensive cover.

What does the warranty cover? — All major mechanical and electrical components.

Can the warranty be extended? — No.

Age of cars — Up to ten years / up to 100,000 miles

History check? — Yes, a clear history and mileage check is included.

Inspection? — Yes, a 150-point vehicle inspection is included, using genuine Volvo parts where replacements are required.

Breakdown cover period — 12 months' cover.

Exchange policy — Up to 30 days / 1500 miles.

Extras — MoT test cover ensures the price of remedial work necessary at the first test after purchase is covered. 

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