Can I get car insurance while my delayed medical driving licence is being processed?

I have been waiting for a medical renewal licence for five months. My insurance is due next month and I am concerned I won't be able to get insured due to my licence only being valid under Section 88 of...

Volkswagen dieselgate scandal - can I still make a legal claim?

I have just read your news story on Volkswagen's legal settlement over the emissions scandal claim: https://www.honestjohn.co.uk/news/legal-motoring-advice/2022-05/volkswagen-group-agrees-gbp193m-settlement-for-dieselgate-claimants/ Where...

My car is older than advertised - can I reject it?

I have just bought a used car from an Audi dealership. At the time, I believed it to be eight months old; however, on inspection of the paperwork, I have now discovered that the car had actually been manufactured...

Can I drive a car on SORN to a garage for MoT repairs?

My car is currently on SORN and it needs some work before it will pass the MoT. I know I can drive my insured but SORN'd car to a pre-booked MoT without a valid MoT or road tax. However, if the car fails...

Problem with garage repair - what are my rights?

Four months ago I couldn’t open the boot on my 2013 Mazda 5. My local garage stripped the inside of the boot and replaced the catch. They did a few other jobs and charged my £350 in total Since I washed...

Should I pay to protect my no claims bonus?

I have a 16 year no claims bonus. Is it worth paying to protect this with my car insurance policy?

Car repairs are taking too long - what are my rights?

The power steering on our 2017 Jaguar F pace failed in heavy rain at the beginning of November and it has been in the dealership awaiting repair ever since. The latest we have heard is they expect the...

Land Rover Discovery engine failure - who is liable for the repair costs?

Our daughter purchased a 3.5-year-old Land Rover Discovery with 40,000 miles on the clock six months ago, for which she paid £45,000. The car broke down last Friday, the RAC Recovery Technician could not...

Dealer hasn't fixed damage on used car - can I reject it?

I recently viewed a used Mazda 6 with a price of £7690. I agreed to pay the full asking price. The dealer offered a 12-month MoT, service and six month warranty. On inspecting the car I noted that the...

Why is my van not showing on the insurance database?

Earlier this year I purchased a Vauxhall Vivaro van. It was advertised as having the 125PS engine which is backed up by a code on the door frame and the V5. When I try to get van insurance it is coming...