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Wheel alignment vs tracking: what’s the difference for UK drivers?
Wheel alignment and tracking are often used as if they mean the same thing, but tracking usually refers to toe settings while full wheel alignment covers toe, camber and caster. Here is what UK drivers actually need to know.
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Selling a deceased person’s car in the UK: the DVLA steps, V5C paperwork and when probate may matter
How to handle the DVLA paperwork, V5C, tax refund and estate checks when selling a deceased person's car in the UK.
A fresh MOT pass is not enough: how to read a used car’s MOT history before you buy
A used car can pass its MOT and still be a risky buy. Here is how UK buyers should read the MOT history properly, spot the warning signs and ask the right questions before paying.
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Used car paperwork checklist: 7 records worth checking before the deal is done
A UK used car can look tidy and still come with risky paperwork. This checklist covers the V5C, MOT, service records, finance checks, warranty wording and the receipt you should get before money changes hands.
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Part-worn tyres in the UK: when the saving is real, and when it is a safety gamble
Part-worn tyres can look like a bargain, but UK rules are stricter than many drivers realise. Here is how to tell when a used tyre might be acceptable, when it is false economy, and why cheap new rubber is often the smarter buy.
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Is the free DVLA check enough when you buy a used car?
The free DVLA and MOT tools are useful, but they do not reveal every used car risk. Here is what they show, what they miss and when a paid history check earns its keep.
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Registered keeper or owner? The V5C mistake that causes trouble with tax, fines and car sales
Confused about the difference between a car’s registered keeper and its owner? Here is what the V5C really proves, who handles DVLA responsibilities and why it matters when you buy, insure or sell a car in the UK.
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Driving into central London? What the Congestion Charge now costs and the deadlines that catch drivers out
A practical UK guide to the London Congestion Charge, including the current price, weekend hours, ULEZ overlap, exemptions and what happens if you forget to pay.
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