Mariyana Kirkova
GBPlease do not trust the AA approved cars/dealerships before checking everything I can only speak from my own experience but I believe this could happen to any other consumer who is looking for a second hand vehicle, if not happening on regular basis. Long story short, I've been misled to buy a faulty Peugeot 208 GT EV. Along with the visual appeal and the satisfaction after the test drive, what has sold the car was an all pass/zero faults AA Inspection Report. During the dispute, I have found out some disturbing details. Since the AA engineer's name is anonymous, I contacted the Company directly. They refused to give an answer to my direct queries. On 01/03/2024 the vehicle has failed its MOT test. Reason: one dangerous defect and one major. The date coincides with the date of the AA Inspection Report. The first irregularity starts with the mileage. As per the document, the AA engineer road tested the vehicle for 6 miles, starting from 21702. The MOT certificate states 21703. The mileage difference suggests that the AA inspection precedes the MOT test. After a 6-mile drive the mileage should be 21708. The question that instantly appears is 'Was the car driven for one mile only or not driven at all?'. Second irregularity: AA Report PASS, with no damage to tyres + wheels and fully operational wipers. The MOT test registered two FAILS: Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Offside Front Inner (sidewall has 2 bulges) / • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (both blades). Meaning the vehicle is dangerous to drive and repairs should be made immediately. Both defects are visually detectable. The above does not include the other faults that occurred, with one of them related to safety. AA also avoided a written reply. Please check for similar discrepancies! The process of returning a faulty car is exhausting and expensive. You better say 'no' in advance.
customer
GBI would like to thank Maisie Aylott for… I would like to thank Maisie Aylott for the excellent service provided, Maisie made what we though to be difficult job for us, so easy, We are so pleased to of joined AA Cars and look forward to using the service, Thanks again
Lisa
GBMy contact at the AA My contact at the AA, verity was very helpful and understanding of my personal situation to achieve an acceptable outcome. Thank you
Simon Searle-Barnes
GBFull Refund! I was recently sold a car by a AA approved dealer that turned out to have a lot of faults. The seller then argued over many emails that the issues with the car were normal wear and tear and I was not entitled to a refund. I know nothing about cars or my consumer rights so eventually I turned to the AA mediation service who (by some miracle) managed to persuade the seller that a refund was the only way to resolve the dispute. Today I have received a full refund within a couple of weeks of contacting AA mediation who were very professional throughout.
Kate
GBAbbie provided great customer service… Abbie provided great customer service following a query I raised. The response was prompt and polite, would highly recommend.