Was it a private sale or from a business..? Im currently googling consumer rights and private sales. I am fairly certain that because the fault is serious enough that it could have potentially killed you, that you unequivocally entitled to a full refund and the police need to be made aware.
Another thing that springs to mind is the bike is not fit for purpose, due to a faulty gearbox. Also quoting the Consumer act -
"The vehicle must match the seller’s description, be roadworthy"
Clearly it dosen't, as the seller never mentioned the gearbox issue and as your not a trained mechanic you cannot be expected to spot such a serious fault, even less so as it dosen't happen all the time. So more info that seem relevant -
- http://www.which.co.uk/consumer-rights/p...-my-rights
Another thing that springs to mind is the bike is not fit for purpose, due to a faulty gearbox. Also quoting the Consumer act -
"The vehicle must match the seller’s description, be roadworthy"
Clearly it dosen't, as the seller never mentioned the gearbox issue and as your not a trained mechanic you cannot be expected to spot such a serious fault, even less so as it dosen't happen all the time. So more info that seem relevant -
- http://www.which.co.uk/consumer-rights/p...-my-rights