What's the legal towing capacity of the Nissan Terrano?

I have a Nissan Terrano. I believe its towing weight is about 2900kg and I'm thinking of getting a new trailer, with a gross weight of 3500kg. The unladen weight is about 1900kg and my horse weighs about...

Best way to challenge car valuation after write-off?

Three weeks ago my wife's car, a 2003 plate Range Rover LPG, was hit outside our house by a drunk driver. The driver was arrested and charged. We have gone through our insurance who have provided a hire...

Can a car dealer be held liable over a missing DPF?

Can you clarify the situation regarding DPFs? What would happen if a used car was bought from a dealership and subsequently (after two years) found that the DPF had been removed? Could the dealership...

Bought a used car that is now unroadworthy - what are my rights?

Six months after buying a used car with a new MoT; I have found that it should not have passed due to missing plates that protect the sills. Where do I stand legally in getting compensation, so I can pay...

Need a car to use in Spain - should I buy here or abroad?

I need to buy an automatic car, as a runabout, to keep in Spain (probably for £4K - £5K). I'm aware that cars in Spain are more expensive, so would it be better to purchase a left hand drive car here in...

Brake caliper failure on Honda Civic

I have a 2012 Honda Civic with 25,000 miles on the clock. The other day I went to my car only to find that it had rolled down my drive and into my garage door. I obviously thought I had forgotten to put...

What are my rights over my car's faulty brakes?

How many miles is it reasonable for disc brakes to last on a Suzuki Swift? It passed its MoT five days before we purchased it, only to find that it needs new discs and pads after just seven days of ownership....

Insurance claim - how can I dispute split liability?

Earlier today I had a front end collision in a country lane in my village. The other vehicle was travelling too fast and drove straight into me and was travelling in the middle of the road. My car suffered...

Can I settle a PCN for just £5?

I've received a private parking charge notice (PCN) after waiting in my car for three minutes at a shopping centre loading bay. I did not leave the car at any time and stopped in order to pick up my 87...

Peugot 307 losing power

I have just bought a used (2005 model) Peugot 307 petrol and the engine management has come on. A warning that says "depollution system faulty" appears. Now the light has started flashing and the car is...