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Everything you need to know to buy a used car without getting stung.

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How to check if a car has outstanding finance

Why finance markers matter — and how to spot them before you pay.

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Spotting a clocked car: what MOT mileage tells you

Use MOT history to detect tampered odometers in seconds.

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6 min read

Cat S vs Cat N: should you ever buy a write-off?

Understand insurance categories and what they mean for resale.

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7 min read

MOT history: how to read it like a mechanic

Advisories, defects, dangerous failures — what to actually worry about.

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10 questions to ask any private seller

The script that uncovers problems before you view the car.

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Test drive checklist — what every buyer misses

A printable checklist for spotting issues during your test drive.

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