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How long should the warranty be on a used car?
How long is the warranty when you buy a used car?
Asked on 20 December 2016 by John Wilson
Answered by
Honest John
The dealer is liable for any faults that could have been present or developing on the date of sale for 6 months from the date of sale. An insured warranty cannot legally cover any fault present or developing before the warranty was taken out: www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/consumer-rights/
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