Government agencies

DVLA (Driver & Vehicle Licencing Agency)
VOSA (Vehicle & Operator Servicing Agency)
VOSA Vehicle Recalls
Office of Fair Trading
Driving Standards Agency


Trade associations

SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders)
RMIF (Retail Motor Industry Federation)
Scottish Motor Trade Association
VBRA (Vehicle Builders & Repairers Association)
Tyre Industry Council
Association of British Insurers
Finance and Leasing Association

Breakdown organisations

AA
RAC
Green Flag

Car history check

HPI
AA
RAC
Carwatch UK

Car inspections

RAC
AA
Aim Vehicle Inspections

Consumer assistance

BBC Consumer
Which?
Trading Standards
Financial Ombudsman Service

Warranty providers

Warranty Wise
Warranty Direct

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