How do I insure my car for drivers testing my car when buying?

How do I insure my car for drivers testing the car when buying?

I’m joining the Motability scheme - how do I keep my no claims discount?

I'm joining the Motability scheme - should I cancel or suspend my current insurance policy to protect my NCD incase I become ineligible for the scheme and have to buy my own car? With recent Insurance...

I'm struggling to get insurance now I'm over 80 - what can I do?

I am over 80 and a very experienced driver but my recent quotes from mainstream insurance companies have more than doubled my quotes. My main car is a BMW 330e and I have a Mercedes SLK for summer use...

Can I remove the courtesy car option from an insurance quote to make it cheaper?

Is there any way one can get the 'free' courtesy car offer removed from a quote? Questions are asked about access to other vehicles. If you have access this usually implies that mobility is not totally...

Is it worth having comprehensive insurance on an older car?

Is it worth having comprehensive insurance on an old car (Citroen Belingo MPV 2007) or is third party as good as it gets?

Are wheelarch lights legal?

Is it legal to drive a car with lights in the wheel arches and are there any colour restrictions for those lights?

How can I improve the ride quality of my Dacia Duster?

Is there anything I can do to make the ride on my 2021 Dacia Duster more comfortable? Can I uprate the suspension and fit different tyres?

What's the most reliable estate car to buy for under £3k?

I need an estate car with a large boot space. It must be reliable, have good fuel economy and low tax. It must cost less than £3000. I am currently a full time carer to my young son who has leukaemia...

What's the most economical, reliable and comfortable automatic SUV with 4x4 for around £20k?

We live up a steep hill on an unmade road. I do low mileage (6000 a year or so) but have been spoilt with my current electric car auto gear box which is obviously silky smooth perfection! The new house...

Do Faraday pouches wear out?

I saw this posted in a reply by our local police force in response to a query about Faraday pouches. Were you aware they wore out? Dear Watch Member, Keyless vehicles are often targeted by criminals...

Why has my VW satnav stopped giving traffic updates?

My satnav no longer picks up traffic, roadworks etc. VW tells me it is no longer supporting its own satnav. Is that genuinely true?

Can I manually adjust the windscreen wipers on my Mercedes-Benz EQA?

Is it possible to manually adjust drivers side windscreen wiper, which touch A pillar, on a Mercedes EQA. Dealer states computerised job, half hour labour, £90.

Is it worth using Lanoguard on my 2018 Jaguar?

Is it worth using Lanoguard on my 2018 Jaguar XF? It has covered only 21000 miles and lives on the drive.

What are the best steering locks or security devices for a Mercedes?

Could you tell me which security device/ steering wheel lock is best for a Mercedes AMG C53? I have read that many of them damage the leather steering wheel.

My car is starting on its own, what can the problem be?

A couple of days ago my wife was sat in the porch watching the cars go by down our road, I was in the conservatory reading a book, my car was parked outside and the keys hung up in the hallway. I heard...

How important are age and mileage on a used car?

If a car is 4 years old but very low mileage is it worth buying?

Do cars not have a wheelbrace and jack anymore?

Cars haven't had a spare wheel for a long time. But I have just got a new Renault Austral. It has no jack or wheel brace. The dealer told me I shouldn't be taking the wheel off the car myself and that...

Is the Mercedes extended warranty worth the money?

My Mercedes Marco Polo will be 3 years old in March. I would like to extend the warranty. What are the pros and cons of the Mercedes warranty (£804 for 2 years) compared to third party offerings?

Is the Ford Transit Custom a good choice to convert to a camper?

I am looking to buy a van to renovate so that our family can go on adventures. I have found a Transit Custom with 85k miles, LWB, 2.0 Euro 6 engine. I rang the seller and asked for more details. He shared...

We sold our car but now the buyer says there's something wrong and wants compensation - is this a scam?

We sold our car after the buyer had a test drive, but the buyer is suggesting there is something wrong with the car, contrary to any issues in the past. They are now asking to be compensated for more than...

Should dealerships tell buyers that a used vehicle retailed for more £40,000?

I was looking to buy a nearly new car and eventually decided on an ex demonstrator. I knew the new price was £39,995 and cost of this one was £32,000. I decided to purchase the car. It was only when I...

Do I need to replace all four tyres if switching to all-weather tyres?

I am preparing my 2017 Corsa 1.4 Turbo for its forthcoming MoT. I do not do many miles, no more than about 5000-6000 per year. The front offside tyre is low on tread and for sure needs replacing, the near...

Can a bi-fuel car run on petrol only?

I've been offered £450 off the list price for the Bi-Fuel Dacia Sandero, but there are no LPG stations near me. Should I take it and run it on petrol only, or pay extra and get the petrol-only version?

What MoT class is a campervan?

I have owned a Fiat Ducato panel van that was professionally converted to a camper van before it was first registered by the DOT. Its unladen weight is 2800 kg, gross weight is 3200 kg and it has always...

My van was written off for a slight scuff to the wheelarch - is this right?

I took my van to have estimate after slight scuff to rear wheel, arch and bumper. They gave the insurers and estimate of £3800 (this included the van be sanitized at £40). The insurers wrote my van off...

The windscreen washer jets on my Citroen are non-adjustable but don't reach the screen, what can I do?

l have a Citroen C4 Picasso. The washers when spraying only just spray onto the bottom of screen. I have looked but there is no way to adjust them like the old type. Is there any way to get them to spray...

Can a car have two owners?

Can two persons own a car, such as husband and wife, in the same way they can for a house?

What does '24MY' mean on a car?

What does '24MY' stand for on a car?

Can I disable keyless entry?

Purchased Mercedes GLA in November. Vehicle parked in locked garage overnight. On a number of occasions boot has opened and scraped against garage door causing minor damage. Also have returned to car...

My Ford's SYNC 3 system has stopped working, what could be the cause?

I can't turn on the radio or adjust the in my Ford Transit as the audio button on the touch screen is greyed out. It did it once before and was advised to take the positive lead off the battery and put...

Will a delay in my new car delivery and an increase in list price mean I pay the premium rate of VED?

I ordered my car in July 2022 with a manufacturer list price of £39,000 so I wouldn't suffer the £40k plus loading for 5yrs. However it took the manufacturer 8months to supply the car by which time the...

How do I tax a disabled car when purchasing as this must be done by post?

My son has disabled tax status on his car. Soon we will be part exchanging for another car. How do we arrange the new tax to drive home as disabled status can only be done at a post office? Do we just...

What items do I have to keep in my car by law?

Can you tell me what items I have to keep in my car by law please? There two things I can think of which may be required, a warning triangle and two yellow vests but I am not sure.

What is the most economical 7 seater for £5k?

What is the most economical 7 seater auto petrol to run on fuel with budget of £5000?

What used two-seater convertible do you suggest?

I'm looking to buy a 2-seater convertible to keep at our holiday home. Budget of £8-10k. I really like the look of the Mercedes SL, but have heard that they can have issues with the batteries if not driven...

Is a high mileage or low mileage car best?

I tend to swap my cars every 12 months, over the last 5 years i have cars that are about 3 yrs old and with low mileage, each car has had the engine management light come on and work has been needed. I...

How do I renew my driving licence at 70?

I will need to renew my driving license at age 70. My current license enables me to drive a manual or auto, 12 seater minibus etc. A) How soon before expiry should I apply to avoid being without a license...

Is it illegal to have different tyres on the same axle?

Hello, I’ve just bought a used 2023 MINI Cooper S from a MINI dealer. I’ve noticed that there are three Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres and one KPATOS on the off side rear. Michelin suggest that this could...

I've received what i think is an excessive repair quote, will this result in my car being written off?

I have a my fault claim with car insurance I’ve stated I want my own repairer to do the work. My repairer has sent quote to me and to insurer but it seems really excessive, nearly £4000, an amount that...

How much is my Vauxhall Corsa Cabriolet worth?

I own a Vauxhall Corsa Cabriolet with 75k on the clock and 2 owners, I wish to sell it. How is the best way to get a good valuation?

Will the ULEZ standard be tougher than Euro 4 in the future?

I’m about to by a Suzuki JIMNY SZ4 auto 2011 model It’s euro 4 compliant I live in Watford going into both ULEZ ‘s How long will Euro 4 be compliant for?

Who is legal owner when buying a car?

My son is buying a car from a reputable dealer. If my husband pays the deposit on his credit card for section 75 protection and the balance (about £25K) comes from my son's bank account, can my son be...

How do I obtain insurance quotes without having chosen a car yet?

How do you get a quote for car insurance for a car that you might buy but don’t own? Companies I have looked at want not only all of my details but those of my car. If I am thinking of buying a Mini, Morgan...

I've owned my Honda Jazz for five days but the TPMS warning keeps coming on

The tyre pressure warning light has come on three times and been reset. I’ve only had the car five days. What is going on? Pressures checked by engineers and they are all ok. It also does not have a...

What nearly new plug-in hybrid do you recommend?

I have a 3 year old low mileage Ford Kuga PHEV and am looking for a suitable nearly new plug in from another manufacturer. I am looking for a petrol low mileage SUV style car for up to £35k including trade...

Can I fit taller tyres to my Kia?

I own a Kia soul with 18" wheels and the tyres I have at the moment our very flat from road to rim if that makes sense? Can you suggest a cheap tyre type for my car that's bigger in height from road to...

How much does a cambelt change cost?

What is the average cost for changing the cambelt on an A3 2018 Sportback 1.6 petrol engine?

How do I claim for pothole damage?

I have been informed I may be able to claim for pothole damage to my tyres and alloy wheel caused by public roads. First incident was a damaged tyre which needed replacing. Second incident was damaged...

How much is an MHEV battery?

I'm thinking of buying a fairly new used car. Most of them seem to have mild hybrid engines, but I haven't found information on how long these batteries last and how much they cost to replace. As I understand...

My winter tyres have cracked after 15,000 miles, is this normal?

I replaced all the tyres on my Toyota Verso in 2019 with Michelin Cross Climates, now after 15,000 miles cracking has appeared on the front two. Is this normal and if so what would you recommend as replacements?