I've read a suggestion elsewhere that our Sale of Goods act would apply. Whilst these boxes may be out of their manufacturer warranty, it could be argued that they have stopped working due to a design fault - and so have not been "reasonably durable". Given that 6 years is often touted as a reasonable time to expect electronics to last, then many people should be entitled to partial refunds from the supplying retailer (though it does seem a bit harsh on the retailers who sold these in good faith - I guess they'd have a claim against their suppliers if still around to claim against).
If Maplin were selling them until recently, then those that bought them would be entitled to a replacement or full refund.
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I've read a suggestion elsewhere that our Sale of Goods act would apply. Whilst these boxes may be out of their manufacturer warranty, it could be argued that they have stopped working due to a design fault - and so have not been "reasonably durable". Given that 6 years is often touted as a reasonable time to expect electronics to last, then many people should be entitled to partial refunds from the supplying retailer (though it does seem a bit harsh on the retailers who sold these in good faith - I guess they'd have a claim against their suppliers if still around to claim against).
If Maplin were selling them until recently, then those that bought them would be entitled to a replacement or full refund.