New clutch needed for my MINI - is the dealer I bought it from liable?

I bought a 2009 MINI Cooper S in February. Since then I have put 1100 miles on it. About a month ago, I noticed it was making a strange screeching noise when I pulled away from a standstill. My local garage...

Cam belt has snapped on my Citroen Dispatch van - who should pay for the repairs?

I purchased a used Citroen Dispatch four months ago from a dealer. The van is a 2017 model and has 74,000 miles on the clock. Today, the cam belt snapped and caused considerable engine damage. Can I claim...

The DSG gearbox has failed in my Skoda Fabia, what should I do?

I bought an approved used 2016 plate Skoda Fabia DSG automatic last year, which had done 38,000 miles. After just over one year of ownership and less than 10,000 miles it requires a replacement gearbox...

What's wrong with my Nissan Juke CVT?

My 2013 Nissan Juke 2013 Automatic stopped working as my wife was driving it and does not operate in drive, only in reverse. I was told it might be gearbox oil but my local Nissan dealer says the transmission...

How can I check if my car has been cloned?

Today, I received a letter from Transport for London (TfL) warning me that my vehicle may not meet the ULEZ standards. As I live more than 250 miles from London and my vehicle has not been anywhere near...

Are tinted front windows legal?

I have seen an increasing number of cars and vans with heavily tinted front windows. Some of them are so dark that you cannot see the driver inside the vehicle during daylight hours. Surely this cannot...

My car is parked off the road - do I still need insurance?

I have a vehicle undergoing repairs for several weeks it is taxed until 2022 but the insurance has expired. My previous insurance provider says the car must have insurance or be declared off the road....

Are EU number plates legal in the UK?

I have a 2020 MINI. The number plate has the EU flag on it, which must be illegal when travelling in Europe. Do I need to change the plate and get one with a GB flag on it?

Kia Venga petrol tank corrosion - should the dealer pay for the repair?

My Kia Venga is exactly eight years old, so one year beyond its manufacturer warranty. Nevertheless, am I unreasonable to think that Kia should have a responsibility for the repairs to my car's petrol...

Can my friend cancel their car lease agreement due to ill health?

A friend of mine who has a terminal illness is having trouble cancelling his lease on his car as he cannot drive anymore due to his illness. The leasing company has said he will have to pay the remaining...