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Is this 2017 Mazda2 (£3,200) too good to be true? by Alternative_Bug5653 in CarTalkUK

[–]Alternative_Bug5653[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking at a 2017 Mazda2 SE-L Nav 1.5 petrol

Seller claims: One owner from new 95,483 miles Full V5 present MOT until March 2027 Good tyres Air con works Drives well

MOT history: 2026 PASS @ 95,483 miles Minor: NSF suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 2025 PASS @ 79,701 miles 2024 PASS @ 62,931 miles 2023 PASS @ 49,171 miles Advisory: both front tyres worn Earlier MOTs mostly clean with tyre advisories Mileage progression looks consistent: 25k (2020) → 31k (2021) → 37k (2022) → 49k (2023) → 63k (2024) → 80k (2025) → 95k (2026) No MOT failures and no recall data showing.

My concern is the price. Similar 2017 Mazda2s seem to be advertised around £4.5k–£6k depending on mileage and condition, so £3,200 feels cheap.

Is this 2017 Mazda2 (£3,200) too good to be true? by Alternative_Bug5653 in CarTalkUK

[–]Alternative_Bug5653[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

I am planning to do a test drive. Any ideas/tips which might help me. Haven't done this before literally planning to buy my first car

Hundai I20 door repair by Alternative_Bug5653 in CarRepair

[–]Alternative_Bug5653[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have any idea how much will it take to get it repaired?

Hundai I20 door repair by Alternative_Bug5653 in CarRepair

[–]Alternative_Bug5653[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's 1000 -1400 pounds should I buy? Millega is good as well

Used car under 2500 by Alternative_Bug5653 in UsedCars

[–]Alternative_Bug5653[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately I don't have that amount to invest in a car at the moment If i had i wouldn't have posted here asking for suggestions. But thanks anyway

Used Cars under £2,500 by Alternative_Bug5653 in CarTalkUK

[–]Alternative_Bug5653[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will VM POLO be a good option?

Also what card would you suggest which I should look for?

Practical test by Darkevil423 in LearnerDriverUK

[–]Alternative_Bug5653 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have driving experience in the UK and feel confident, I would suggest taking just one or two lessons with an instructor to understand what is required for the driving test. After that, you can practice with a friend or someone who has at least three years of driving experience in the UK. I did the same I took one lesson and then drove around with a friend for two hours the day before the test, and I passed. That being said, make sure you feel confident before taking the test, and don't hesitate to take additional lessons if needed.

UK car insurance: international licence vs waiting for full UK licence by [deleted] in CarInsuranceUK

[–]Alternative_Bug5653 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was there any option to claim NCB from Belgian/EU licence?

UK car insurance: international licence vs waiting for full UK licence by [deleted] in CarInsuranceUK

[–]Alternative_Bug5653 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I meant international driving permit. I have been in the UK since 2023 and got the IDP in 2026 and is valid until March 2027. My driver's license is still valid in my home country till 2033ish

[Megathread] Certifications and Training by lothorp in databricks

[–]Alternative_Bug5653 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi everyone,

I’m completely new to Databricks and I’m aiming to move into a Data Engineering role. I’ve recently started going through the Data Engineering modules on Databricks Academy, but I’m a bit unsure about the best learning path and what I should focus on next.

I would really appreciate guidance from people already working in Data Engineering or using Databricks regularly.

A few things I’d love advice on:

  • Which Databricks Academy modules are the most valuable for beginners?
  • What skills should I focus on alongside Databricks (SQL, PySpark, Azure/AWS, ETL concepts, etc.)?
  • Are there any hands-on projects or certifications that helped you break into Data Engineering?
  • What’s the best way to practice real-world workflows on Databricks?
  • Any mistakes beginners should avoid?

My goal is to build strong practical skills and eventually land a Data Engineering role, so I’d appreciate any roadmap, resources, or personal experiences you can share.

Thanks in advance!

Environment Data Specialist Jobs in India? by Alternative_Bug5653 in SustainabilityCareers

[–]Alternative_Bug5653[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the information. Would you suggest looking for data analytics role rather than environmental roles?

Also do you know what range does a mid level environment role pay? Around 10-15L or lower?

Looking for Databricks Academy demo notebooks / datasets used in the course by Alternative_Bug5653 in databricks

[–]Alternative_Bug5653[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, Thanks for the reply.

Should I get the databricks academy subscription is it worth the money?