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What is the minimum 'trade descriptions act' warranty when buying a used car?

I'm buying a Toyota RAV4 for £4500. What is the minimum 'trade descriptions act' warranty?

Asked on 16 July 2018 by clwydian

Answered by Honest John
There is no "minimum warranty". But the dealer remains liable for any significant fault that could have been present or developing on date of sale for six months from date of sale. To absolve himself, he has to prove it wasn't, which is virtually impossible. After six months he still remains liable if you can prove the fault was present or developing on date of sale.
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