What should you expect?
You must expect that the dealer had abided the law and sold good quality of used car that was described before. They should offer some kind of warranty. Before you buy used car from dealer, ask to see the dealer's legal certificate. If they can't provide this proof, then get a check done your self, to be on the safe side.

The laws
Dealers have to go through certain rules and regulations been targeted for the motor trade. They should follow these rules: -

• The Trade Descriptions Act 1968
• The Consumer Credit Act 1974
• The Sale of Goods Act 1979
• The Sale and Supply of Goods Act 1994
• The Road Traffic Acts
• The Data Protection Act 1988
• Distance Selling Regulations
• Price Marking Orders
• Unfair Contract Terms

What is 'satisfaction' quality?
The "satisfaction" quality means the car must meet the needs that a reasonable person would regard as acceptable, bearing in mind the way it was described, how much it costs, and any other relevant factors. The used car you buy from dealer must be free from all the defects, as per the point covered during the inspection.

Does a car have to be roadworthy?
The used car must be "roadworthy" which means the car is in condition to run on road. A dealer cannot sell you a used car that has been in a total loss, or unable to run on road provided that you are made aware of the fact. However, the Road Traffic Acts provide that any vehicle sold for road use must be in roadworthy condition else it is illegal.

What does "reasonably fit for the purpose" means?
The car should always be "reasonably fit for the purpose" this means that if you have purchase the used car for the caravan purpose or travelling purpose or for any other matter, the car should be fit to the particular purpose.