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Does a used car warranty include brake discs?

I bought a used Mercedes-Benz E-Class six months ago. The vehicle is a 2010 250 diesel estate, with 27,000 miles on the clock. However, when I put the car in for a service last week, I was told it needed new brake discs and pads at a cost of £700.

I am disappointed that I have been sold a car under the used approved banner with such limited life left in the brakes. Am I being unreasonable ?

Asked on 21 April 2015 by AndrewM

Answered by Honest John
No, you are not being un reasonable. If you have taken the car back to the garage you bought it from they should make an adjustment to their price for this.
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