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Getting it right: Motoring expert shares five top tips for buyers of second-hand cars, before signing on the dotted line. (All words and photographgs from The Motor Ombudsman). With used cars proving a popular choice amongst motorists, as nearly eight million changed hands last year, The Motor Ombudsman has shared some key pointers on what to look out for when buying a second-hand vehicle … [Read more...]

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