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15th June 2023
02:25pm BST
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“If you’re borrowing or buying a car seat from someone you know and trust, you’ll still need to be sure of the history of the seat to make sure it’s safe - older seats may not comply with the latest safety regulations and might be missing the instruction booklet that tells you how to install and adjust the seat safely.”
A spokesperson for eBay told also The Sun that it has "no tolerance for unsafe, banned or recalled items to be listed".
When it comes to car seats, it may shock parents to know that they can expire. They typically have a lifespan of six years, and can be unsafe to use beyond this.
Ensure you always check when the seat was manufactured or get proof of purchase from the seller as over time car seats become weakened.
Also ensure the car seat you buy fits your car, otherwise it may put your child at risk of injury. While most are made to fit all cars, second hand or older car seats might be made for older restrictions.
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