Bought a Faulty Car & the Dealer Is Refusing a Refund? Enforce the Consumer Rights Act 2015
A motor dealer cannot hide behind 'sold as seen' or force you onto a third-party warranty. Check your 30-day short-term or 6-month final rejection rights and ask Priya Kapoor 2 free questions now.
🧮 Consumer Rights Act 2015 Vehicle Rejection Checker
Instant UK Statutory Assessment
Complete or adjust the fields above to calculate your exact UK statutory position, compensation estimate, or limitation deadline.
⚖️ UK Statutory Position Across Jurisdictions
🏴 England & Wales Statutory Authority
Consumer Rights Act 2015 ss.9–11, 20, 22 & 24 (30-day short-term right to 100% refund; 6-month reverse burden of proof) & Consumer Credit Act 1974 s.75
🏴 Scotland Statutory Authority
Consumer Rights Act 2015 & Consumer Credit Act 1974 s.75 (Applies UK-wide; enforced via Sheriff Court Simple Procedure up to £5,000 or Motor Ombudsman)
🇬🇧 Northern Ireland Statutory Authority
Consumer Rights Act 2015 & Consumer Credit Act 1974 s.75 (Applies UK-wide; enforced via NI Small Claims Court up to £5,000)
🏛️ Primary Resolution Forum & Limitation Deadline
Forum: Motor Ombudsman / Section 75 Finance Lender Claim / Financial Ombudsman / County Court
Time Limit: 30 calendar days for absolute Short-Term Right to Reject (100% refund); 6 months reverse burden of proof
Time Limit: 30 calendar days for absolute Short-Term Right to Reject (100% refund); 6 months reverse burden of proof
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Consumer Law)
Can a used car dealer tell me to claim on the warranty instead of refunding me?
No. A commercial warranty is an optional addition and cannot replace or reduce your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 against the selling dealer.