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Buying Advice11
- 10 Red Flags That Should Stop You Buying a Used Car
- 7 Common Car Faults Dealers Try to Hide (And How to Spot Them)
- Buying a Car at Auction: What Are Your Rights?
- Buying a Car Online: Your Distance Selling Rights Explained
- Buying an Ex-Fleet or Rental Car: Hidden Issues to Watch For
- Buying from a Private Seller: What Rights Do You Actually Have?
- Car History Checks: What They Reveal and Why They're Essential
- Car Supermarkets: Your Rights at Cargiant, Motorpoint & Other Large Dealers
- Extended Warranties: Insured vs Uninsured – Avoiding Scams
- Franchised Dealer vs Independent: Are Your Rights Different?
- Is a Pre-Purchase Inspection Worth It? The Complete Guide
Common Faults18
- Air Conditioning Not Working: Your Consumer Rights
- BMW N47 Timing Chain Failure: Your Consumer Rights
- Car Bouncing or Knocking? Suspension Faults Dealers Love to Hide
- Car Overheating After Purchase: Your Consumer Rights
- Clutch Failed? Don't Let the Dealer Blame 'Wear and Tear'
- DPF Problems: Your Rights When the Diesel Particulate Filter Fails
- Electrical Faults in Used Cars: Your Consumer Rights
- Engine Fault After Purchase? How to Prove It and Get a Refund
- Engine Warning Light After Purchase: What To Do
- Faulty Brakes on a Used Car? A Safety Defect You Can Reject For
- Ford EcoBoost Wet Belt Failure: Your Consumer Rights
- Gearbox Problems: Your Rights for Transmission Faults
- Software & Over-the-Air Update Problems in Modern Cars
- Steering Fault? Why This Is Always Grounds for Rejection
- Timing Chain Failure: Is It a Manufacturing Defect?
- Turbo Failure After Purchase: What Are Your Options?
- VW DSG Gearbox Faults: Your Consumer Rights
- Water Ingress & Damp Problems in Used Cars
Consumer Rights24
- "Sold As Seen" and "Trade Sale": Why These Mean Nothing
- Already Paid for Repairs? You May Still Have Rights
- Bought on Finance? Your Finance Company Could Owe You a Refund
- Can I Reject a Car With High Mileage? Yes, Here's How
- Can You Reject a Car for Minor Faults?
- Car Broke Down on the Way Home from Dealer: What Now?
- Car Failed MOT After Purchase: What Are Your Rights?
- Car Finance Mis-Selling: Your DIY Claim Guide (2026)
- Dealer Says It's Wear and Tear: How to Fight Back
- Dealer Warranty vs Consumer Rights: Which Is Better?
- Fair Use Deductions: How Much Can Dealers Keep From Your Refund?
- How Long Do I Have to Reject a Faulty Car? The Complete Timeline
- How to Prove a Fault Was Present When You Bought the Car
- Manufacturer Recalls: What Dealers Must Do Before Selling
- Outstanding Finance on a Car You Bought: What Happens Now?
- Rejecting a Car on HP Finance: Your Complete Guide
- Rejecting a Car on PCP Finance: Your Complete Guide
- Rejecting an Ex-Demo Car: Your Consumer Rights
- Section 75 vs Chargeback: Which Should You Use for a Faulty Car?
- The Dealer Has Gone Bust – What Are My Options?
- Voluntary Termination of Car Finance: The 50% Rule Explained
- What Actually Counts as a "Fault" When Rejecting a Car?
- What Does "Satisfactory Quality" Actually Mean for Used Cars?
- Your Rights When Buying a Used Car: A Complete Guide