How long can a garage keep your car?
Can a garage keep your car? A garage that has repaired your car has what is known as a ‘lien’. This is the right to keep the car until they’ve been paid for all work done. If you take your car away without authorisation you risk both civil proceedings and criminal prosecution.
Does a car dealer have to disclose an accident UK?
Does a dealer/seller have to declare an accident? Yes and no. If the dealers are aware that the vehicle has been in an accident, then they are committing an offence by not passing on this information to the buyer.
Do you need to disclose car issues when trading in?
Nothing. They are supposed to have someone look it over before accepting your trade-in and/or give you a value.
What can I do if a garage damaged my car?
If your car has been damaged while it was at the garage, you should negotiate for them to pay for the repair of the damage. It’s best to point out the damage as quickly as possible, or you could be seen to have accepted what’s happened. The maximum they’re obliged to offer you is the cost of of the repair damage.
What happens if a recovery vehicle is not broken down?
If the vehicle being carried is not broken down or the recovery vehicle is used for a purpose other than one of those listed, it will cease to enjoy the reduced rate of duty. The full rate of duty applicable to a goods vehicle of that weight will then probably apply. You can find more information on vehicle tax on GOV.UK. 3. Operator licensing
What does it mean to have a broken down car?
To clarify: a broken-down vehicle is one which cannot reasonably be driven due to mechanical failure or dangerous components, or even incapable of use in the reasoned opinion of the recovery operator.
Can you take a broken down car to a scrappage?
However, recovery of a broken-down vehicle applies to roadside scenarios or vehicles situated within private premises. Also, because of the time or geographical location, it may be impossible or impractical to immediately take a broken-down vehicle to a place of repair or scrappage.
What was the speed of the VW that hit the barrier?
The Volkswagen was reportedly driving at more than 74.5 mph in Obrnice, Czech Republic when it struck a barrier. But then in a split second Nikol lets out a yelp. The clip shows the car shuddering while the driver appears to try to regain control.