Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation for transactions where one party is a private seller and the other a consumer, establishing rights and obligations regarding vehicle quality, fitness for purpose, and consumer protections

Sale of Goods Act 1979: Primary legislation governing business-to-business vehicle sales, establishing fundamental rules about title, description, quality, and fitness for purpose

Misrepresentation Act 1967: Legislation dealing with false statements or misrepresentations made during the sale process, providing remedies for buyers who rely on false statements

Road Traffic Act 1988: Legislation concerning vehicle roadworthiness, safety standards, and legal requirements for vehicles used on public roads

Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Additional legislation covering implied terms about quality of goods and services in contracts

Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation regulating unfair terms in contracts, particularly regarding limitations of liability and unreasonable terms

Fraud Act 2006: Legislation addressing fraudulent behavior in transactions, including false representation about vehicle condition or history

Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Regulations protecting consumers from unfair commercial practices, misleading actions or omissions in vehicle sales

DVLA Requirements: Administrative requirements for vehicle registration and transfer of ownership with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency

MOT Certification: Legal requirements regarding Ministry of Transport testing certification for vehicles over 3 years old

Data Protection Requirements: GDPR and data protection considerations when handling personal information during the sale process

Mileage Documentation: Legal requirements for accurate recording and disclosure of vehicle mileage to prevent fraud

Payment Terms: Legal framework for establishing payment methods, timing, and security measures in vehicle sales

Insurance and Risk Transfer: Legal requirements regarding insurance and the point at which risk transfers from seller to buyer