What does the failure category "vehicle ID number" on an MoT mean?

Maybe I am a bit dim but in your MoT failure stats it states one failure category as "Vehicle ID No." What on earth does that mean in terms of failure?. Or are they talking about the number plates?

Will the long term maintenance on hybrid and/or electric cars have a higher repair cost compared to current petrol or diesel cars?

Will the long term maintenance on hybrid and/or electric cars have a higher repair cost compared to current petrol or diesel cars due to the different components needed?

Is there a 'warm' hatch for an 18 year old that won't be ruinously costly to insure?

Our 18-year-old daughter is angling for her own car and would like something 'more interesting' (i.e. faster) than her mother's three-cylinder 1.0 litre Hyundai i10, in which she's to date been a secondary...

Are there dash cams available that don't need wires to connect them to the car?

Are there dash cams available that don't need wires to connect them to the car?

What's the best car for £5000?

I don't know a great deal about cars but I'm looking to spend somewhere between £3k and £5k. I've narrowed my choices down to a Volkswagen Golf, Ford Fiesta, Ford Focus or a Skoda Fabia. What do you recommend?

What GAP insurance would you recommend for a van on contract hire?

What GAP insurance would you recommend for a van on contract hire?

Should I switch from petrol to diesel?

I'm looking now to purchase a new SUV and wanted your opinion as to whether it should be a diesel or petrol version? I've always been of the opinion that as the vehicle is only likely to cover around 7000-8000...

My car went in to have a cam belt change and now needs a new engine - should I have to pay?

I was advised by my local Audi dealer to change the cam belt on my five-year-old Audi A3 with 32,000 miles on the clock, so I booked it in for this and a major service. Instead of having the car returned...

Is an engine warning light an MoT fail on pre-2008 cars?

Could you please quote your source for saying that diesels registered pre 01/07/2008 are exempted from this part of the MOT? My wife’s 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso diesel car has just failed the MoT on this...

What's the best aftermarket reversing camera?

I am considering fitting a reversing camera to my recently purchased Honda Jazz, to supplement the reversing sensors. I am looking at the Halfords EchoMaster monitor and reversing camera, but the reviews...

Is it a risk to replace the spare wheel with a can of foam sealant in my MG RV8?

I have an MG RV8 with the usual spare tyre in the limited boot space. Considering it would cost about £60 to replace a tyre and I have only had five problems with regards to a puncture in 48 years of driving,...

Are there any good quality narrow cars that will fit in my small garage?

Are there any quality narrow cars the same width or less than my 2006 BMW 1 Series? I really like this car but the latest models are too wide for my garage door. Street parking is out of the question....

How can I sell my late husband's 1961 Ford Consul which is in bits?

My husband died recently and I am left with a 1961 Ford Consul which is in bits with lots of spares. I don’t know where to start in trying to sell it. How and where should I advertise it? I don’t know...

What's the most reliable and comfortable estate for £10,000?

I drive about 5000 miles a year and use my car for moving furniture, visiting friends and family, taking stock to sales etc mainly. I currently have a 2012 Peugeot 308 SW which I like but it's not the...

What are the requirements for driving in France?

What are the requirements for driving in France? Do I need more than the GB on my number plate?

Is the DS brand going to continue in the UK?

I've been looking at buying a DS 7 for a few months. I'm concerned that, I've never seen it advertised anywhere and have not seen any on the road. They don't seem to be selling according to classified...

What medium sized quiet SUV with a torque converter automatic do you suggest?

I am looking for a small/medium quiet SUV with a torque converter or CVT gearbox that also has a reasonable size boot. What do you suggest?

What should I look for before buying a 2006 Jaguar X-Type?

What should I look for before buying a Jaguar X-Type? It has a new clutch and flywheel.

Where did the use of 0-60mph as a benchmark originate?

Where did the use of 0-60mph as a benchmark originate?

Which is the best and safest small car for country roads?

Which is the best and safest small car for country roads?

Is my car susceptible to keyless theft?

In light of recent concerns over the easy way thieves are accessing keyless entry cars I have been trying to find out if my 3008 can also be attacked by using these scanning devices to trick the car into...

The coolant system of my car is contaminated with transmission fluid - what can I do?

I own a 2012 Seat Exeo ST 2.0 TDi Auto. One morning I found a pool of transmission fluid and water on my drive. It was towed to a SEAT main dealer and they informed me that the coolant system is contaminated...

Can you get rid of sun tan lotion stains from white leather upholstery?

I have a 2017 BMW and I have unfortunately got sun tan lotion on the central arm rest. I have opal white Merino leather and I cannot shift the ugly yellow stain using leather cleaner. My local BMW dealer...

Whats a comfortable family car for someone with chronic pain?

A member of my family suffers from chronic pain and we need a very comfortable car with very soft springing. We currently have a C5 with Hydractive 3 suspension, which has been brilliant but it's reaching...

How can a Euro5 diesel van be ULEZ compliant?

I'm considering buying a 2016 Renault Trafic S127 Energy dCi panel van (66 Plate) and have checked online with Transport for London's ULEZ Checker and it seems to be compliant. The problem is that I understand...

Should I keep my BMW Z3 or sell it?

I have owned my 2000 BMW Z3 3.0 since I bought it from my sister in law in 2005. It has all the bells and whistles as extras such as a leather tonneau cover and an M steering wheel plus a hard top and...

Are tyre inflators easy to use and effective?

Are tyre inflators easy to use and effective?

Is a tyre pressure warning light an MoT failure even if the pressures are correct?

Is a tyre pressure light showing an MoT failure even if the pressures are correct? Can I just disconnect the light?

Is there any chance the Ford Focus saloon will become a future classic?

Don't laugh, but in my lifetime is there any chance the Ford Focus saloon will become a future classic?

What's the best medium sized SUV with a petrol engine?

I only do about 6000 miles a year and would like an SUV which would take both a medium and large size dog in the boot. I'm looking at a BMW X3 or Audi Q3. My budget is only about £15k and I'm looking at...

Did Prime Ministers in the 1930s get driven in a Rolls-Royce?

I am reading a spy novel which describes Stanley Baldwin as being driven on official business in a Rolls-Royce. Is this true?

Which is the best 7 or 8 seater for use as a taxi?

Which is the best 7 or 8 seater for use as a taxi?

Is an engine warning light an automatic MoT fail?

Is it an absolute fact that an engine warning light that stays on permanently once the car is up and running is an MOT fail? Is this cast in stone?

What small petrol automatic cars are available with a basic radio/cd player and no electronic touchscreens?

What small petrol automatic cars are available with a basic radio/cd player and no electronic touchscreens?

What SUV do you recommend for towing a 1200kg trailer?

I want an automatic crossover/SUV capable of towing 1200kg, preferably with a wet clutch. My budget is £25,000 to £30,000. I fancy the new Ford Focus and Mazda CX-5 but would value your input.

I have a car that will be 30 years old in August - if I tax it now will I get a refund of the balance?

I have a car that will be 30 years old in August, if I tax it now, will I get a refund of the balance?

Are there any cars on the market which are automatic and have the handbrake on the right?

Are there any cars on the market which are automatic and have the handbrake on the right?

What is the law about parking up a motorhome by the side of the road or in a car park and sleeping inside it for the night?

What is the law about parking up a motorhome by the side of the road or in a car park and sleeping inside it for the night? This is known as "roaming" in the motorhome community.

Are there any apps that can help me if I forget where my car is parked?

I am worried that when I’ve parked my car in a strange town, I may not be able to find it again. Are there any devices available that could be linked to an app on my phone that would enable me to find...

My daughter did not realise her MoT had run out until three months overdue - will the new MoT have to be backdated to the original date?

My daughter did not realise her MoT had run out until three months overdue. She is booked in for an MoT this week. Will the MoT have to be backdated to the original date?

My Citroen Xantia keypad is faulty - how can I get it to start?

I have a 1996 Citroen Xantia and have red and green lights on the keypad. It will not accept the 4 digit code and instead stays red/green and won't start. Do you know how to correct this?

A relation died recently who had a few classic and vintage cars in various conditions - how can we get them valued?

A relation died recently - he had a few classic and vintage cars in various conditions. Would you have any recommendations as to who we could contact for a sales valuation?

Can I check my accident claim history?

Can I check my accident claim history?

How do I know when a front wheel bearing needs fixing?

How do I know when my front wheel bearing needs fixing? What noise or feel will I get?

Are there any worthwhile electric medium-sized vans on the horizon?

Are there any worthwhile electric medium-sized vans on the horizon?

Who makes the most reliable turbo petrol engines?

Who provides the most reliable turbo petrol engine and is it true that they need an oil change every 2500 miles? Would mostly short trips and occasional long trips suit a car with turbo?

I do 20,000 motorway miles a year - should I stick with diesel or switch to hybrid?

I do 22,000 miles per year, mostly motorway. I’m a 40 per cent tax payer, who’s current lease of a 2016 Skoda superb 1.6 TDI is coming to an end. A hybrid Kia Niro has been suggested by my leasing company...

Can you help me get an accurate valuation for my Saab 900 Convertible?

I'm selling a 1992 Saab 900 2.0-litre, LPT, convertible in red with a black roof. How much should I advertise it for?

How much is a 1987 soft top Land Rover worth?

How much is a 1987 soft top Land Rover worth?

How much is my 1999 Ford Focus saloon worth?

This year my 1999 Ford Focus 2.0 saloon will become a classic. Can you give me any idea how much the value of the car could be for insurance?