FixMyCar discusses how rust can affect your vehicle and how to treat it. Rust can be a real problem, not just for cosmetic reasons. It's a known silent killer. The longer you leave it, the worse it gets until the vehicle's structure is no longer safe. The best solution is to find...
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It is an offence to park a car without an MOT on the road You need a valid MOT to buy road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty – VED) How long does an MOT take? Most car MOTs take around 45 minutes, sometimes a little longer. Some test centres will suggest bringing in your car early in ...
Every car in the UK is legally required to have an annual MOT test when it reaches three years old to ensure it's still roadworthy. However, while around 27 million cars undergo this test each year, nearly a third of them (29%) fail the first time round.Claire Evans...
Can you test drive a car without insurance? It’s a legal requirement to be properly insured to drive any vehicle on a public road in Great Britain. You can’t test drive a car without insurance and the police will not accept “I’m test driving a new car” as a valid excuse if yo...
It’s also possible to get a finance contract without a deposit, but you have to pay more money back through higher monthly instalments and interest. When you reach the end of your contract, depending on the type of finance agreement, you’ll either: Have bought the car outright Have the...
How long you leave a car without starting can depend on the condition of your car's 12-volt battery. Most modern cars with a fairly healthy battery should last at least 2 weeks, without needing to be started up to re-charge the battery. If there’s any doubt about the condition of th...
The DLVA website also lets you check when a car's road tax and MoT expire and whether it has any outstanding safety recalls. For all the latest reviews, advice and new car deals, sign up to the What Car? newsletterhere
Coolant mainly contains non-potable alcohols, which means it lasts well even if unused for a long time. You can top it up without worrying about replacing it when you decide to use your car again. iStock.com/Kinek00 Coolant not only keeps your engine cool during use but also prevents...
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