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Questions from July 2019
My MGB Roadster was registered in August 1979 and is about to be tax-exempt, dependant on its date of build. How do I obtain the build date?
I am 64 and want to buy my final car. I can’t make my mind up between petrol and diesel but would like a car with top spec used up to £20k. Will diesel will get hammered both in price difference, fuel...
I have a 1994 Vauxhall Omega which was running fine. When bought it had two keys, one a remote for the other a chipped but non-remote key. The central locking did not work however I removed the door panel...
I'm looking for advice on the best used SUV for under £10k. I currently have a Nissan Juke but require something bigger as I'm trying to get the kids outdoors more at weekends.
Can a Nextbase 522 dash cam be fitted to a Kia Niro Plug-In and if can it be hard-wired without depleting battery too much?
I know a permanently on engine light is an MoT fail but is a flashing engine light an automatic MoT fail as well? Our 2012 Fiat Panda is running like a dream, with no stored fault codes but for some reason...
I have a 2011 Land Rover Freelander 2 diesel. What can I do to get through London's Emissions. The car has EUR 4, and I think it has to be better than 6.
My car has always had an engine light on but has passed the MoT for the last six years - will it pass this year?
I have a 2015 Volkswagen Sharan without Bluetooth with a broken CD player. Please could you advise on the best way to get the audio working again without breaking the bank? Ideally including Bluetooth...
When will my MX-5 become a classic. I've had had it for almost 17 years from new. Is classic insurance cheaper?
My brother who is French and lives in France would like to buy a right-hand drive classic car. He is torn between a Triumph Spitfire and a Healey Frogeye. Which one would be more reliable - he can spend...
I've just bought a new Mazda MX-5. I'd like to have your view on the best way to protect the soft canvas top. My old vehicle developed stains, algae marks and accumulated some mossy deposits at the base...
Does charging an iPhone or playing music on it drain a car battery?
The fabric on the roof of my MX-5 has gone a little mouldy. Can you recommend a good product to clean it with?
I have a 2016 Nissan Juke, but I'm really struggling to find a child car seat that fit because of the limited room in the back. I'm looking for a Group 1 child seat or equivalent from someone like Maxi-Cosi,...
You recently mentioned a gadget for jump starting a car via a cigarette lighter socket. Can you recommend a particular make?
Is a 1998 MGF Abingdon a rare car? Apparently, only 500 were produced. How can I find out the value?
I have seen a 2016 Honda CTX700 for sale. This bike has 2000 miles and was just traded in, so it is mint condition. Any cons on this?
How many Mercedes-Benz 250 CE Coupes W114 are left in UK?
I own a 1998 Ford Escort Saloon 1.8 Ghia. Finding parts is proving impossible, or even small firms who are willing to manufacture them. Many of the parts required, scrap yards don't keep. I need some guidance...
I am buying a 1972 Renault 4TL. Do I need to use a fuel additive with this motor?
I have a 2015 Ford B-MAX and water is coming into the driver's footwell. Our nearest Ford garage (which has been very good and I trust) has told me that it is something to do with the heater matrix - either...
I've had a scooter before but it's been a while so I'm not sure which to buy. I will be riding the scooter on the expressway from time to time and really want to make sure if I have to scoot, no pun intended,...
I want to repair some paint chips on my car but the paint on the car is faded and the new paint is different. Can I restore the old paint?
I am thinking of buying a Citroen 2CV6 Special automatic 1985. Is it fully automatic Can you explain the automatic controls?
I have a J reg Audi 80 Sport with 11,000 miles on the clock. Can you give me a valuation please?
I recall you recommended a product for removing bloom from paintwork resulting from bird droppings. Could you please remind me what that product is?
My 1970 Jaguar 420G has been on a SORN for a number of years. The restoration is nearly complete. How do I get it registered and back on the road?
I have a 1998 Fiat Barchetta so do I need a red key?
What is the best product to restore black plastic mouldings to the original colour and shine?
I am thinking about buying a 2000 Audi TT Convertible. The car has done 29,000 miles with a FSH and is the 225bhp model. The garage are asking £6995, is this a fair price and do you think this car may...
I have been offered a 1982 Renault 4 GTL but it has no paperwork. The car is in Spain on UK-plates. Can I somehow get new papers for this car so I can use it in Spain? The owner lives in London and can't...
Can there really be any difference in engine oils with specification 5W/30 and that meet ACEA C3 for diesel cars? I see that several oil manufacturers produce engine oils for specific cars, eg. VW cars,...
My son has recently passed his test and I am about to add him to my car insurance. We will switch to a black box company to get a better price. I also think it would be a good idea to add a dash cam (front...
I have a one-year-old Mercedes C200 in Celonite Grey paint. What polish or wax would you recommend?
I've just received an email from my Skoda garage asking to book my car in for a cambelt and water pump replacement. What mileage should this happen on a June build 2017 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI that has done...
You've got some great information on dashcams, however, I'm after a specific sort. I have a Fiat 124 Spider and so there's not much room in there and I don't want to block any of my vision. Therefore,...
How do I get a valuation for my car? It's a 1996 Bentley Continental R with 46000 miles and all MoTs for last 14 years. I have owned it for the last 11 years.
Is the Stoplock Pro steering wheel lock suitable for motorhomes?
I am buying a new car in October and wish to fit a dash cam. I've looked at various comparison sites and wonder what, in your opinion, gives a good value for money and specification.
I have recently acquired a 2005 Audi A2 1.6 FSI S Line which I believe is very rare in this format. There are plenty of S Line A4 and A6 models but few A2 models. Can you tell me the answer please?
Can you recommend a reasonably priced OBD scanner for a 2012 Suzuki Swift?
During the last fuel scare many years ago I purchased two jerry cans and filled them with diesel. The cans have not been opened. Is the diesel in them okay to use? If not how do I dispose of it?
I am going to be hiring a car in Switzerland in September for a week. I've never driven abroad, I do have 30 years of UK experience. Do I need a driving permit and I read somewhere about a pass for motorways?...
I need to sell my camper conversion LDV Pilot. It is a W reg and the head gasket has blown. Can you advise what to expect as an offer or to scrap, please?
My car failed its MoT due to a power steering pipe/hose leaking. I have been told that this is a very expensive repair due to inaccessibility. It is a low mileage 2001 Ford Ka and I am reluctant to part...
I am selling my old 19 year old Honda Civic Aerodeck Estate 1.8 VTI petrol, for parts or restoration. It's on SORN but has no MoT due to corrosion. Would you know of any clubs that would be interested?
When I take my keyless entry key out of the Faraday pouch to gain entry and drive, can my key still be cloned at the point of use?
My 1973 Triumph Stag is off the road at the moment, so it is difficult to get an agreed value for insurance purposes. It is not in the best condition, so I think using the market value might be reasonable...
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