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i never use the car for work, i use train/tube. if there is a train strike, can i drive to work? it says on my policy no commuting use.. i would say its not commuting just a one off journey where the...
View Article2004 mini cooper heater blows cold
I have a 2004 mini hatch cooper petrol. The heater blower will only blow cold air when the engine is hot and the heater blower motor is switched on. I have topped up the fluid reservoir which was empty...
View ArticleCar bumpers - how tough?
A 13 year old child on a bicycle runs into the back of an over 10 year old (03 plate) Volvo car. Whilst cosmetic damage is apparent, the owner claims that it requires a replacement bumper. The question...
View Article2004 1.6 ghia non start non crank.
My Ford focus will not start, Had Rac Out and independent so called auto electrician and they both state its a Problem withe the PATS system not talking to ECU. Has any one got a clue...???? Can anyone...
View ArticleInsurance Renewal: Non Fault claim put as Partial Blame
Hi I was driving my dads car when it was written off in an accident. I was the main driver on his insurance and the Insurance closed the case as complete no fault on my end, but the problem....When...
View ArticleNon fault accident
Have free motor legal on my fully comp insurance, have had a non fault accident when a car pulled in front of me on a 40mph road from a car park within ten feet, have 3 witness and car cam footage plus...
View Article90 four runner
Just bought the rig and it's been sitting for 4 months. The guy drained all the the coolest out. We filled it up and now I've let it idle for 20 min and white smoke that smells kinda sweet is coming...
View ArticleHad a minor 'incident'
First of all before I start my story I am 17 years old so I see some people (maybe even the insurance company) will have a natural bias against me because I'm young. :) Do excuse the long post, it...
View Article1.8 tdci zetec 52, stalling and cutting out when cold
Hi My 52 plate 1.8 tdci zetec starts first time but cuts out and stalls when cold. As soon as the tempreture gauge reaches half way, it runs like a dream. If I manage to pull away it is very lumpy and...
View ArticleHip Hip hoo-bloody-ray!
Has anyone seen the new title under Dennis's name? 'Bout time is all I can say!
View ArticleMinor accident before Christmas, didn't claim. Advice please.
Hi, Before Christmas I had a minor accident. I reversed into someone: I'd pulled into the road at a very congested crossroad junction (trying to go straight ahead), my chance to go forward had gone...
View ArticleSalary Sacrifice v lease (company car)
I currently lease a car through work on the company scheme, which includes tax, insurance, maintenance, etc. My lease is almost up and I'm going for the same car again, though the company is...
View ArticleOpportunities to drive and review cars
Hi - I am new to the forum and would like to introduce myself and give a little background. I have bought and sold a number of cars over the years and am now doing a part time job of the local car...
View ArticleHelp!
Hi I was wondering if anyone had any advice..I'm really worried and stuck! I passed my driving test 27/11/15, mainly to help my partner with hospital appointments as it is a long way to the Christie on...
View ArticleDriving over chevrons when entering a reservation for turning right into a...
Is it OK to drive over chevrons when entering a reservation for turning right into a T-junction? If it is then it would make it easier to enter the reservation instead of having to swerve into the...
View ArticleSkidded on ice and damaged car
Hi..I was out driving this morning and skidded on some black ice and completely lost control of the car, the steering wheel went light and I ended up mounting the curb with 80% of the car, one of the...
View ArticleWhich mirrors should I look in intermittently when driving down a straight road?
When driving down a straight road with no obstacles which mirrors do I need to look in intermittently to satisfy a driving test examiner? I've read in several places 'check your mirror'S' every 8...
View ArticleDo I need to indicate right at traffic lights when in a right turn only lane?
Do I need to indicate right at traffic lights when in a right turn only lane to turn right? This question also applies to left turns as well. I found myself in the left lane of two lanes that were...
View Article2003 Renault Clio 1.5 DCI starting problems
Hello, Since last week I've been having some problems with my car. When I tried to start the car you could hear it trying to start but it just wouldn't get there. Eventually, after a few goes it would...
View ArticleFord mondeo Ghia nearside door not locking
I recently purchased a 2008 ford mondeo Ghia 1.8 tdci and I'm having problems with the central locking all the doors will lock apart from the offside rear door I can only secure this door by manually...
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