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MOT Failure: The #1 Reason UK Drivers Fail Their Test

Most common MOT failure reason revealed

Lighting and signalling issues are the most common reason for MOT failure. Learn simple weekly checks to ensure your car passes its annual roadworthiness exam.

Used EV Prices Crash 37.5% in 'Real Blow' for Drivers

Used EV Prices Crash 37.5% in 'Real Blow'

Second-hand electric car values plummet up to 37.5%, creating bargains for buyers but a major financial hit for current EV owners. Explore the market shift.

Jake Tinsley Jailed for Stealing £240k of Cars in Black Country Spree

Prolific car thief jailed for 24 vehicle thefts

Jake Tinsley, 21, has been sentenced to four years and six months for stealing 24 high-value vehicles worth £240,000 across the Black Country. Discover how police caught the prolific offender.

Police hunt three after stolen bank cards used at Dudley petrol station

Police hunt three over stolen bank cards in Dudley

West Midlands Police release CCTV images of three suspects after stolen bank cards were used at a Dudley petrol station. The cards were taken from a car on Grosvenor Road. Contact police with info.

Two Men Injured in Birmingham Car Crash After Vehicle Hits Tree

Two injured as car hits tree in Birmingham

Two men were injured, one seriously, after a car left the road and collided with a tree on Bromford Lane in Erdington. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Contact police with information.

Car Theft Warning: Don't Make This Costly Winter Mistake

Car theft warning as cold weather arrives

Drivers are warned never to leave cars unattended with engines running to defrost windscreens. Opportunist thieves can steal vehicles in seconds, invalidating insurance.

Drivers risk £5,000 fines for misusing hazard lights

Drivers risk £5k fines for hazard light misuse

One in four UK drivers misuse hazard lights, often to say thanks, risking fines up to £5,000. Expert advice on correct light usage and winter car checks to stay safe and legal.

Cloned Lexus Crashes After Police Chase in Chelmsley Wood

Cloned car crashes after police chase near Birmingham

A driver was arrested after a cloned Lexus crashed following a dramatic police pursuit in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull. The vehicle was linked to a series of vehicle thefts. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.

Tesco Car Wash Warning After Vehicle Damage Costs Driver £750

Tesco Car Wash Warning After Vehicle Damage

A motorist's car was severely damaged in a Tesco car wash, with a £750 repair bill. Tesco refused the complaint, citing a maintenance report. Read the full story.

CCTV shows £3k stolen from 90-year-old's car boot in Dudley

£3k stolen from pensioner's car in Dudley

Police release CCTV of three men wanted after £3,000 was stolen from a 90-year-old man's car boot in Dudley. The victim had just withdrawn the cash. Contact police with information.

Dramatic Police Chase in Birmingham Ends with Crash and Dog Bite

Birmingham police chase ends with crash and dog bite

A stolen Volkswagen Golf R led police on a dramatic chase through Sheldon, Birmingham, ending in a crash and the driver being bitten by a police dog before his arrest. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.

Man Hospitalised After Birmingham Car Crash in South Yardley

Man in hospital after Birmingham car crash

A man has been taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car on Warwick Road, South Yardley. Police are appealing for witnesses.

The UK road where your car insurance is instantly void

The road where your car insurance is void

Drivers heading to the Nürburgring beware: standard UK car insurance is invalidated. Learn why and how to protect yourself before hitting the track.

Drivers' Cars Held Ransom in Repair Shop Dispute

Cars held ransom in garage payment dispute

Motorists report vehicles held hostage by repair shops over unrelated commercial debts. Learn how to protect yourself from similar situations and what rights you have.

Man in 40s Hit by Car on Pershore Road in Early Hours Police Probe

Man hit by car on Pershore Road, Selly Oak

A man in his 40s was hospitalised after being struck by a car on Pershore Road, Selly Oak, at 1.40am. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.

UK Drivers Face £340 Bill in Steeper Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax Plan

UK drivers face £340 pay-per-mile tax bill

New pay-per-mile car tax charges could cost drivers up to £340 a year. Experts warn of a 'wicked problem' as public EV charging costs become a major barrier to adoption.

Walsall Car Theft Horror: Child Rescued After Vehicle Stolen

Child rescued after car stolen in Walsall

A terrifying ordeal in Walsall as a car with a child in the backseat is stolen. The vehicle was found abandoned, and the girl was unharmed. Police are appealing for information.

697,000 Classic Car Owners Face Tax Threat in Autumn Budget

697,000 Classic Car Owners Face Tax Threat

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a car tax shake-up targeting 697,000 classic vehicle owners. Learn how this potential 'tax grab' could impact Britain's motoring heritage.

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