Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary legislation governing consumer rights in UK, particularly relevant if selling to a private individual. Cannot be fully excluded even in 'As Is' sales.
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Key legislation governing business-to-business sales, defining obligations and rights in commercial transactions.
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing the quality of goods and services in sales contracts, including implied terms.
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Deals with false or misleading statements made during the sale process, providing remedies for misrepresentation.
Road Traffic Act 1988: Vehicle-specific legislation covering roadworthiness requirements and safety standards.
Vehicle Excise and Registration Act 1994: Governs vehicle registration and documentation requirements for legal transfer of ownership.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates contractual terms that unfairly limit liability or consumer rights, particularly relevant for 'As Is' clauses.
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices and requires transparency in business-to-consumer transactions.
Data Protection Act 2018: Governs the handling and protection of personal information collected during the sale process.
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles of contract formation including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations.
MOT Requirements: Legal requirements regarding MOT certification and disclosure of MOT history in vehicle sales.
V5C Documentation: Requirements for proper transfer of vehicle registration document (V5C) between seller and buyer.
