The first Ombudsman dedicated to the motor industry

The Motor Ombudsman

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Helping consumers to find garages they can rely on

The Motor Ombudsman

The Service and Repair Code

Helping consumers through the car purchase process

The Motor Ombudsman

The Vehicle Sales Code

Car manufacturers’ commitment to quality and customer service

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The New Car Code

Essential information
on winter
vehicle maintenance

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Welcome to The Motor Ombudsman

The Motor Ombudsman is the automotive dispute resolution body. Fully-impartial, it is the first ombudsman to be focused solely on the automotive sector, and self-regulates the UK’s motor industry through its comprehensive Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI)-approved Codes of Practice.

Over 7,500 businesses, are accredited to one or more of the Codes covering new cars, sales, vehicle warranties, and servicing and repair. These drive even higher standards of work and service, and give consumers added protection, peace of mind and trust during the vehicle purchase and ownership experience.

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February 14, 2019

Motoring Advice

Getting to know daytime running lights

Vehicle Maintenance Read more

February 6, 2019

News & Views

The Motor Ombudsman urges motorists to share their thoughts and feelings on its accredited businesses

Press Releases Read more

January 22, 2019

News & Views

The Motor Ombudsman extends accreditation to all Harwoods Group car dealerships and Repair Centres

Press Releases

Harwoods Group’s 14 car sales and repair locations across the South of England are now accredited to The Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Codes of Practice Latest agreement builds on four Harwoods businesses that have been committed to the Service and Repair, and Vehicle Sales Codes since 2016 Motor Ombudsman accreditation gives Harwoods Group several benefits, … Continue reading

January 14, 2019

News & Views

The Motor Ombudsman chooses lucky winner of final prize draw of 2018

News & Views Read more

January 8, 2019

News & Views

The Motor Ombudsman upgrades its website with introduction of new Knowledge Base

Press Releases Read more

January 3, 2019

Motoring Advice

Getting to know vehicle handovers

Vehicle Maintenance

In the last “Getting to Know” guide, we touched on test drives, to help to decide what car to buy. This week, it’s all about handovers, the last stage of the vehicle purchase process. What is a vehicle handover? A vehicle handover is often an exciting time when you get the keys to … Continue reading

December 18, 2018

Motoring Advice

Getting to know test drives

Vehicle Maintenance Read more

December 4, 2018

News & Views

A gift for being prepared: The Motor Ombudsman urges car buyers to do their research during the festive season

Press Releases Read more

November 20, 2018

Motoring Advice

Getting to know blind spot monitoring

Vehicle Maintenance Read more

November 12, 2018

News & Views

Motor Ombudsman study reveals motorists haven’t got to grips with winter tyres when driving abroad

Press Releases Read more

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The first Ombudsman dedicated to the motor industry

The Motor Ombudsman

Helping consumers to find garages they can rely on

The Motor Ombudsman

Helping consumers through the car purchase process

The Motor Ombudsman

Car manufacturers’ commitment to quality and customer service

The Motor Ombudsman

Essential information
on winter
vehicle maintenance

The Motor Ombudsman

Welcome to The Motor Ombudsman

Find your nearest garage

Information Centre

Getting to know daytime running lights

The Motor Ombudsman urges motorists to share their thoughts and feelings on its accredited businesses

The Motor Ombudsman extends accreditation to all Harwoods Group car dealerships and Repair Centres

The Motor Ombudsman chooses lucky winner of final prize draw of 2018

The Motor Ombudsman upgrades its website with introduction of new Knowledge Base

Getting to know vehicle handovers

Getting to know test drives

A gift for being prepared: The Motor Ombudsman urges car buyers to do their research during the festive season

Getting to know blind spot monitoring

Motor Ombudsman study reveals motorists haven’t got to grips with winter tyres when driving abroad

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The first Ombudsman dedicated to the motor industry

The Motor Ombudsman

Helping consumers to find garages they can rely on

The Motor Ombudsman

Helping consumers through the car purchase process

The Motor Ombudsman

Car manufacturers’ commitment to quality and customer service

The Motor Ombudsman

Essential information on winter vehicle maintenance

The Motor Ombudsman

Welcome to The Motor Ombudsman

Find your nearest garage

Information Centre

For Consumers

For Garages

Working together with

@motor_ombudsman

Essential information
on winter
vehicle maintenance