I have bought a used car but the VIN and registration don't match - what can I do?

I've bought a car but the VIN and registration numbers don't match. How can I find out if the car has been stolen? I cant find anywhere on the internet that you can search for a car by VIN number.

What's the difference between Mercedes AMG Line Executive and AMG Line Premium Plus?

What's the difference between Mercedes AMG Line executive and Premium Plus?

Did hitting a pothole break my car?

In October I hit a pothole at speed. Immediately afterwards warning lights came on and the car started juddering and wouldn’t accelerate properly. Luckily there was a refuge close by and I pulled over....

What's the best way to dry a car - microfibre towels or a chamois?

Which is best to dry cars, chamois or microfibre?

Does MG's seven year warranty cover brake calipers?

Our six year old MG ZS developed a noise from one of the rear wheels. A faulty brake caliper was found to be the problem. The failure has resulted in subsequent failure of brake disc, which itself had...

When do I have to start paying car tax on my EV?

I have a full electric car (1st reg Sept 2019) and I wondered if I registered it SORN at Christmas (when it will not be used for a month) and re-tax it in January, will I get 1 year at £0 - or will I get...

What should I look at when buying a used car that has stood for six months?

I may have the opportunity to buy a Ford Fiesta from a friend who is emigrating to New Zealand. It is a 2017 Automatic 1.0 Ecoboost . By the time they flyout, it may not have been driven for six months....

What small automatic is best?

We have just bought a Toyota Aygo X shift but my wife can't get used to it as there is a delay when she puts her foot down which makes her nervous on roundabouts. I think this is because it has an automated...

Should I set my tyre pressures when cold?

To date I have always checked my tyre pressures when the vehicle is cold, i.e not been driven. Recently I have been told that the thinking now is that they should be checked when the vehicle is at normal...

Is Volkswagen in trouble?

I am seriously contemplating purchasing a brand new VW Tiguan but am very concerned about the headlines saying VW are just about to close down three of its factories. Should I be worried?

How do I maintain my DPF?

I've read in several places every 300 to 400 miles I should clean my DPF's. I understand I should drive at 2000 revs for 20 minutes. What happens if I have to slow down for road works etc and it's not...

What large SUV has comfortable seats?

I am a 75 year old pensioner and I am looking for the large SUV that has the most largest, widest and most comfortable driver seat with the most adjustability. It must be full leather and have an opening...

What do you recommend as an economical family car?

What's the most economical family car for £15,000?

Is it possible to run the heating on electric while parked in a hybrid car ?

Is it possible in a full hybrid to run the heating on electric while parked? For example, waiting to pick the children up from school, or sitting somewhere scenic in winter having a picnic for half an...

I'm buying a used vehicle - should I be worried about a discrepancy on the V5C?

I am in the process of buying a campervan from a private seller. I conducted a vehicle check using which has come back as all 'green' for the common issues but I have noticed that it has the vehicle listed...

How often does my new car need servicing?

I had my vehicle's first service after 6 months, as per the manufacturers policy. Is my next service due in another years time or is it due one year after the registration date, therefore only 6 months...

What does the warning light on my dash mean?

I have a yellow warning light on my Rover 75 that shows an empty circle (no ABS inside, for example) with what looks like an open and close bracket either side. Would you know what this is for?

Which electric cars have a mix of performance and range?

I'm looking at electric cars - what has the best balance between performance and mileage? It needs to be a family car.

Which cars have a 360 degree camera?

Which small SUV electric cars have 360 degree camera?

Is Nissan going to go bust?

I am thinking about buying a Nissan this month. I have heard some stories about Nissan going bust. What happens if you own a Nissan and this happens?

Should my brake discs become too hot to touch?

If my brake discs are slightly too hot to touch during normal running does that indicate that there is a problem ?

Should I drive in red weather warnings?

A Met Office red weather warning includes the advice ‘do not drive.’ If this is ignored and a car accident occurs would the car insurance be invalid on the same basis that travel insurance is invalid in...

Can I make my reversing lights brighter?

The reversing lights on our 2003 Mercedes C-Class and 2011 E-Class are not bright enough in unlit driveways or dark roads. Are there safe brighter upgrades? Some LED reverse canbus error free bulbs are...

Our car disables safety features in bad weather because the front camera is obscured - what can we do?

My wife and I bought a Hyundai i10 just under a month ago. For the past 12 days, whenever it rains, the dash tell us that the front camera is obscured leading to all of the car’s safety features being...

Should I buy a new car if it's about to be discontinued?

I have had a Focus for 10 years and I am considering a change to a newer model but I am aware that Ford are planning to discontinue the model. I prefer to have a manual and I have found the above version...

Is it safe to have my tyre pressures slightly below the recommended figures?

I have a 2018 Focus ST with 19-inch wheels. I always set the pressures to the plate on the door frame - 41PSI front and 38 rear. I only ever carry no more than 3 people. Several times I've had new tyres...

Does TPMS use the reset figure as correct?

When you have inflated your car tyres and re-set the monitoring system inside the car does those "new" tyre pressures become the norm? If the pressure drops from the "reset tyre pressures (the norm)" by...

Why has the economy in my MHEV dropped so much in cold weather?

My Kia Sportage MHEV seems to be doing 15% less mpg since the weather turned colder, with the battery power cutting in less regularly despite saying it’s well charged. Is this a fault with my car or something...

Do I still need a paper copy of the MoT?

I took a personalised registration off a car and have been sent a new log book but not a new MoT certificate. Is that normal? Do I need a new paper MoT as it shows on DVLA records as having a current MoT?

What are the rules for storing a caravan on the street?

What are the rules and regulations for storing my caravan on the street? Your answer to this question in 2019 included this comment - "The caravan must also have all the necessary regulation reflectors...

Is it true that there's no negotiation on the price of a car if paying by bank transfer?

Is it true that there's no negotiation on the price of a car if paying by bank transfer?

If I stop to let pedestrians cross at a box junction will I be liable for a penalty?

There is a new box junction near me. If I cannot clear it and stop to allow pedestrians to cross when turning right or left into the road (under the new Highway Code rules) will I be liable to a penalty?...

I'm after a cheap and reliable car to run pop-ups from - what do you suggest?

My Suzuki SX4 S-Cross has been deemed a write-off sadly. I enjoyed it for the height, looks, modern feel, boot space and easy flip over seats as I carry cases and goods to trade at pop-up events. It was...

Should I leave my EV on charge while parked for two months?

My Kia Niro will be left unused for two months does it need to be left on charge ?

What protection is given to mobility scooters in the Highway Code?

Under the new Highway Code rules, what protection is given to road legal mobility scooters (invalid carriages) as they are most definitely "vulnerable." There is a lot being said about horses, bikes, pedestrians...

We bought a car that was listed with a full service history but that was false - where do we stand?

We bought a Peugeot 5008 April 2022, it was 13 months old and had 31 miles on the clock. Two months ago it broke down and we took it to Peugeot garage where they informed us it needed a new timing belt,...

What can I use to remove mould between glass and rubber?

What can I use to remove mould between glass and rubber?

How often should I replace brake discs?

My 2016 BMW M135i owned since new with only 52000 miles just had a BMW Health Check which showed that the front brake discs had a slight lip and the pads were on 4mm. Both the discs and pads are original...

How wide does a gate need to be for a car and a small caravan?

What is a good standard width of a gate in a fence to accommodate a car or small caravan? I realize it;s not official but just looking for a sensible approximation.

I bought a car but it's not as described - should I go through small claims court?

I bought a Mazda MX-5 from Cinch. Their description said it had rear smart city brake support, I-ELOOP and i-stop, which it doesn't have. They have offered £150 compensation which I rejected on the grounds...

What's a good small SUV for £6000?

What is the best small SUV in terms of reliability and running costs to buy second hand for around £6000? This vehicle will probably average under 5000 miles per annum.

How can I reduce wind noise in my car?

I have a 2018 Ford Focus Vignale and there's really extreme wind noise from the top leading edge of the driver's door/door mirror area. I've watched a couple of reviews of the same car on YouTube and both...

Is a 1998 Audi S8 going to be stupidly expensive to maintain?

I am thinking of buying a 1998 Audi S8. What are the common problems with these cars? Are they stupidly expensive to repair and maintain?

Should I service my car annually or based on mileage?

I have purchased a Toyota Yaris Hybrid which is covered by manufacturer's warranty of 10yrs/100,000miles, if the car is serviced every 10,000 miles. As I do a high mileage, 10,000 miles occurs every 7...

Can I run an EV charging cable across the pavement?

I live in a quiet residential area and can nearly always park at the kerbside on the street immediately outside my front gate. What are the laws regarding running a cable from an EV charger on the wall...

Are ultra bright replacement headight bulbs legal?

I bought Philips White Vision Ultra replacement bulbs (for headlights and side lights) for my Ford Fusion 2006, from Euro Car Parts. These tend more towards the light blue part of the spectrum than yellow...

What is a suitable electric car for a driving instructor?

I am currently undergoing training to become a driving instructor. Once I have qualified, I am looking to buy my own vehicle rather than lease from one of the major national driving schools. I am looking...