Parking tickets - do I still have to pay if I can't identify the driver?

I am the registered keeper of a vehicle that’s used by several family members. I have just received a parking notice for stopping on a private road close to the local airport; however, the incident took...

Can I drive to a pre-booked MoT without tax and insurance?

I am about to take ownership of a 1995 Mazda MX5; it has no road tax or MoT. Can you tell me if I need to insure it to drive to a pre-booked MoT?

Rusty wing on Golf – should this be covered under 10 year corrosion warranty?

I own a 2006 Volkswagen Golf with a 10 year corrosion warranty. However, I have noticed rust under the wheel arch and Volkswagen is saying it is not covered by the warranty. Apparently the rust is caused...

Centre console discolour on Nissan Juke

I am having a problem with the centre console on my six month old Nissan Juke. The paint has started to bubble and discolour. I have returned it to my local dealer, but Nissan has rejected my warranty...

Audi A5 clutch failure - can I keep the old part?

My Audi A5 2.0 TDI is still under warranty and is suffering problems. The garage found suspected clutch slip and at a total cost to myself (£2187) have replaced it. The car did not show usual signs of...

Used car needs £12k repairs – can I reject it?

I recently bought a used Audi RS6 from a dealer. Three months after purchase, I had it serviced and checked over by a local garage, who tell me it needs £12,000 spending on it. The car only cost me £10,000,...

Faulty car - can I demand a refund?

I bought a used Mazda MX5 three months ago from a dealer. The car had just 65 miles on clock and was just a couple of months old. The franchised dealer told me it was a former demo car. Since then it has...

Rust and water ingress on new car - should I reject it?

I recently bought a new Suzuki S-Cross and on collection day I noticed a small area of rust on the edge of one of the panels, which looked like it had been missed when the car was being spray-painted at...

Disputing a parking ticket - what should we do?

My daughter received a parking ticket in Leeds late last year for £50. The ticket machine was out of order at the time which the car park admit, but they say she should have found another machine or rung...

Can I stop someone from parking outside my house?

A woman who lives near has stated parking her car in front of my house. It is left just past the entrance, so not blocking the drive, but is often left for one or two weeks. It causes problems for neighbours...