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CRASHED & DAMAGED VEHICLES SOLD IN IRELAND NOVEMBER 2022
The MyVehicle.ie crashed and damaged car report has been released for the month of November. Have you been affected by one of these previously crashed or damaged cars? Franchise Dealerships In the month of November, we had 189 vehicles which were damaged or written off in franchise dealerships. This was a decrease of 67 over the previous month. This...
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How to sell a used car
How to sell a used car Professional car dealers are highly skilled in making a trade-in deal look like an offer you can’t refuse. Most car buyers will browse the showrooms; find a car they like and trade in the old car without fully considering the options. Selling your trade-in privately, and making a straightforward purchase at the dealership...
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How to Buy a Used Car
For most of us, buying a car is the second largest financial commitment we will ever make. With tens of thousands of used cars changing hands every year, it’s easy to find yourself unwittingly making a bad investment. With a qualitycar history check,and some proven buying techniques, you can make an informed choice when it comes to making your next...
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Is an NCT Test a Reliable Way to Assess a Used Car?
Similar to the long-established MOT test in the UK and Northern Ireland, The National Car Test or NCT, was introduced in Ireland in January 2000. The purpose of the test is to ensure the safety and roadworthiness of all private vehicles in use on public roads. All private vehicles older than four years must undergo an NCT test every two...
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I Bought a Used Vehicle and Discovered it Was Clocked. Do I have any rights?
Every year in Ireland, thousands of used cars change hands through dealers and private sellers and so, there is a chance that you could sold a clocked vehicle without you knowing. While the vast majority of vehicles traded are genuine, a surprising number of purchasers hand over their cash without a car history check, or without taking even the most...
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How do I accurately value my car in Ireland?
Whether you’re buying or selling a used car, it’s essential to start out with an accurate valuation. There are many ways to accurately value a used car in Ireland, not least of which is by purchasing a car history check or using anonline car valuation toolsuch as iCap. Aside from these, there are other useful ways to establish the buying...
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Crashed & Damaged Vehicles sold in Ireland During September 2022
The MyVehicle.ie crashed and damaged car report has been released for the month of September 2022. Have you been affected by one of these previously crashed or damaged cars? Franchise Dealerships In the month of September, we had 276 vehicles which were damaged or written off in franchise dealerships. This was a decrease of just 4 over the previous month....
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Quirky Tips For Testing a Used Car Before Purchase in Ireland
Tips For Testing a Used Car Before Purchase in Ireland Considering buying a used car? While there are many, great quality used cars on the market, the sheer volume of cars traded in Ireland in a given year suggests there is a high risk of making a bad decision. Use the following car-buying tips to keep that risk to a...
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CRASHED & DAMAGED VEHICLES SOLD IN IRELAND IN AUGUST 2022
The MyVehicle.ie crashed and damaged car report has been released for the month of Augsut. Have you been affected by one of these previously crashed or damaged cars? Franchise Dealerships In the month of August, we had 280 vehicles which were damaged or written off in franchise dealerships. This was an increase of 26 over the previous month. This...
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How To Spot if a Used Car is Clocked in Ireland?
How To Spot if a Used Car is Clocked? Before you commit to buying a used car, consider investing in a car history check. With this at hand, you can also take the following simple steps to avoid making a costly mistake or ending up with a car that’s been clocked. ‘Clocking’ is the colloquial term for falsifying...