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Can you drive an MOT fail car if the previous test hasn’t expired?
Sep 3, 2020 — You can drive a car after it fails the MOT test , but only in certain circumstances. We explain the current DVSA rules. Gavin Braithwaite-Smith. September 3, 2020. Driving a car after it fails the ...
Yellow box junctions: what are the rules and how can I avoid a fine?
May 9, 2023 — Yellow box junctions are designed to prevent a road becoming blocked and keep traffic flowing. However, they can also catch drivers unawares, resulting in a fine of up to £130. Many are monitored ...
Deep divers: the best cars for flooded roads - Motoring Research
Nov 21, 2019 — The Wrangler betters its softer Jeep siblings, with a wading capability of 760mm. The big Rangie can handle more than 800mm, and tell you how deep the water is in real-time. Even the baby Range ...
How to declare SORN and take your car off the road for winter
Nov 26, 2023 — The SORN process is quick and can be done via the official GOV.UK website. Have your 11-digit number from your V5C (vehicle log book) handy and you can declare SORN immediately. If you do not have ...
The UK's best car insurance companies in 2021 - Motoring Research
Jun 8, 2021 — The Consumer Intelligence Awards 2021 have named Britain’s best car insurance companies.. These are based on feedback from more than 48,000 customers, making this the biggest insurance-focused ...
Vauxhall Astra 2022 review - Motoring Research
The new Astra does this very well indeed. It’s a safe and confident-feeling car on the road. Composure is excellent and steering response is linear; you don’t have to second-guess your inputs ...
Revealed: the best and worst car insurers for claims handling
Apr 29, 2019 — The worst car insurance companies for claims handling (worst first): AA. Axa. Hastings Direct. Allianz. Ageas. The AA told Which? it did not feel the research reflected the feedback it received ...
Servicing an electric car: what you need to know - Motoring …
Jul 31, 2020 — High-efficiency particulate air filter (every three years) Brake fluid test (every two years) Air conditioning (between two and six years, depending on model) Brake calipers (every 12 months or ...
Audi A3 Sportback 40 TFSI e 2022 review - Motoring Research
Used solely in electric mode, the A3 40 TFSI e can cover up to 40.4 miles. This is on Sport and S Line cars fitted with the smaller 17-inch wheels. Opting for an S Line with fancier 18-inch alloys ...