I plan to use my Dacia Duster for lots of short journeys, is this bad for the turbo engine?

I am planning on buying a 2018 Dacia Duster. 90% of my trips will be daily, two or three times under three miles. If I buy the 1.3 turbo petrol will I have problems due to the oil in the turbo unit not...

Rear discs have corroded on my Maserati Levante - is this normal wear and tear?

The rear discs on my Maserati Levante Q4 Super Sport have corroded badly after three years/24,000 miles of normal road use/driving, from new. This seems excessive to me. Never had this problem before and...

My brake discs and pads only lasted 24,000 miles. Is this acceptable wear and tear on a brand new car?

My 2019 Skoda Kodiaq is at 24,000 miles and I've had to replace both the front brake discs and pads, which I consider unacceptable wear. Before the Kodiaq, I owned (from new) an Octavia VRS estate for...

Is clutch failure considered fair wear and tear?

I bought a 2014 Skoda Citigo (22,000 miles on clock). The clutch failed after 3 weeks of owning it. The clutch plate is shredded. Dealer is claiming it's 'fair wear and tear'. Should they pay for a replacement?

Can I reject a car based on wear and tear after I've bought it?

I'm in the process of buying a 15-year-old Jaguar. But because of the covid situation, I've not seen or driven the car, which will be delivered to me by the dealer. All my investigations suggest the car...

I bought a used car from a franchised dealer and now the tyres and brakes need replacing after 3500 miles - is this reasonable?

I bought a 2012 Honda CR-V with 39,000 miles from a franchised dealer in July 2018. I have completed 3700 miles and have been advised front tyres are worn to the ‘canvas’. The front discs are 70% worn...

Should a clutch that was already failing be covered under warranty, even if it's considered wear and tear?

When a dealership offers an approved used car for sale with the final year's balance of the manufacturer's warranty still in place, is it fair to expect them to put right any wear and tear faults before...

Why is the broken clutch on my i20 not covered by Hyundai's warranty?

I have no knowledge regarding vehicle mechanics. However, I have been driving for over 30 years and have never had to replace a clutch before around 70,000 + miles. I have had my Hyundai i20 from new (2014)...

I have a car on PCP that has minor damage - will I be charged for repairs upon returning it after three years?

I have an Hyundai ix35 on three year PCP. It was one year old when I got it. It has some kerb scratches on the alloy wheels and minor scratches on the body, will the garage try to charge me to rectify...

Why are the rear brakes in my relatively new BMW 2 Series already worn?

I own an 18 month old BMW 2 Series Active Tourer which has just had it's first service at 17,100 miles. I'm told that the rear brake pads are worn and need replacing (£275). Having owned many cars, I've...