Uncertain used car history
In August I bought a used 2008 Mazda from a trader & with exception of replacement door locks was assured there had been no accident damage or repairs.
Couple of weeks later during a rainy spell I noticed a significant difference in colour between body panels + paint on front grill was peeling.
I approached main agent with view to rectification under Mazda's six year bodywork warranty but was informed it's not covered as in the past vehicle had been re-sprayed with no supporting documentation within the system.
Trader says not their problem as they were unaware of any previous repairs and have refused to consider further.
Couple of weeks later during a rainy spell I noticed a significant difference in colour between body panels + paint on front grill was peeling.
I approached main agent with view to rectification under Mazda's six year bodywork warranty but was informed it's not covered as in the past vehicle had been re-sprayed with no supporting documentation within the system.
Trader says not their problem as they were unaware of any previous repairs and have refused to consider further.
Asked on 15 November 2011 by Deggsy
Answered by
Honest John
Unfortunately for the trader it is the trader's responsibility:
www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/consumer-rights/
www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/consumer-rights/
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