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01610005544

☎️ 01610005544 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Virgin Media Limited. It is part of the phone block 161000 with a prefix of 0161. The area code 0161 originates from Manchester.

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0161 000 5544 Tagged as:

mib aviva telephone preference service manchester motor insurance bureau tps turkmenistan david trading standards agency spinney hills

TimeLine of events for phone number 01610005544

  • Warning about a Leicester fraudster
    Dec
    2016
  • Supporter of Trump winning election
    Nov
    2016
  • Accusing of racism, mocking political affiliation
    Nov
    2016
  • Call center nuisance from India
    Sep
    2016
  • Caller persistently asks about accident
    Sep
    2016
  • Derogatory term for personal injury lawyers
    Sep
    2016
  • Manchester number, actually international, call blocker
    Sep
    2016
  • User comment on scam phone calls
    Sep
    2016
  • Reported scam call pretending MIB
    Sep
    2016
  • Threatening calls, avoid answering
    Sep
    2016
  • Received threatening call from unknown person
    Sep
    2016
  • Warning about scam fake call
    Sep
    2016
  • Received nuisance calls, unanswered, annoying
    Sep
    2016
  • Unsolicited accident call caused annoyance
    Sep
    2016
  • Suspicious call; hung up immediately
    Sep
    2016
  • Accident-related call reported
    Sep
    2016
  • Suspected scam call, no answer
    Sep
    2016
  • Distorted noises, faint line issues
    Sep
    2016
  • Unsolicited claim call from Aviva
    Sep
    2016
  • Call showed INTL - not answered
    Sep
    2016
  • Complained about unsolicited phone calls
    Sep
    2016
  • Receiving unanswered calls, seek blocking
    Sep
    2016
  • Received silent call, no response
    Sep
    2016
  • Suspicious call with background noise
    Sep
    2016
  • Scammer call, hung up quickly
    Sep
    2016
  • Had an accident, told off
    Sep
    2016
  • Frequent unwanted calls, fake accidents
    Sep
    2016
  • Hangs up; suspicious Manchester call
    Sep
    2016
  • Missed call, possibly suspicious. Stay cautious
    Sep
    2016
  • Ignored caller is very frustrating
    Sep
    2016
  • Unwanted calls, no conversation offered
    Sep
    2016
  • Received suspicious and aggressive call
    Sep
    2016
  • Inappropriate behavior towards telesales staff
    Sep
    2016
  • Call not answered, finally responded
    Sep
    2016
  • Silent calls should be illegal
    Sep
    2016
  • Repeated hellos, then hung up
    Sep
    2016
  • Frequent calls every 15 minutes
    Sep
    2016
  • Received call from abusive caller
    Sep
    2016
  • Call, no response, call blocked
    Sep
    2016
  • Call answered, no response received
    Sep
    2016
  • Hung up after no response
    Aug
    2016
  • Unwanted call from fake 'helpline'
    Aug
    2016
  • Concern over legality of scam calls
    Aug
    2016
  • Calls centers should be illegal
    Aug
    2016
  • Reported Asian scammers from Turkmenistan
    Aug
    2016
  • Received prank call, gave witty comeback
    Aug
    2016
  • Missed call, no voice message
    Aug
    2016
  • Unanswered call, number blocked. Frustrating
    Aug
    2016
  • Rang, no response, hung up
    Aug
    2016
  • Inappropriate question about breast size
    Aug
    2016
  • Scam alert, avoid sharing information
    Aug
    2016
  • Aggressive, rude call center; reported
    Aug
    2016
  • Frustration with lack of information
    Aug
    2016
  • Suspicious call, hung up quickly
    Aug
    2016
  • Received unwanted call, blocked number.
    Aug
    2016
  • Caller did not respond, hung up
    Aug
    2016
  • Unwanted late evening phone call.
    Aug
    2016
  • Caller ID: 26/08/2016, no response
    Aug
    2016
  • Call no one on the phone
    Aug
    2016
  • No one responds to calls
    Aug
    2016
  • Frustrated with constant contact requests
    Aug
    2016
  • Call received with immediate hang-up
    Aug
    2016
  • Blocked silent caller on phones
    Aug
    2016
  • Possible scam call after confrontation
    Aug
    2016
  • User hung up on call
    Aug
    2016
  • Beware of misleading insurance work
    Aug
    2016
  • Silence when answering phone calls
    Aug
    2016
  • Call about family accident, swearing
    Aug
    2016
  • Angry, repetitive, derogatory comment
    Aug
    2016
  • Suspicious call from alleged accident helpline
    Aug
    2016
  • Mystery caller hung up abruptly
    Aug
    2016
  • Suspicious call, hung up quickly
    Aug
    2016
  • Strange silent call received today
    Aug
    2016
  • Received call, then disconnected abruptly
    Aug
    2016
  • Silence when phone is answered
    Aug
    2016
  • Unpleasant and disrespectful behavior observed
    Aug
    2016
  • Unknown Manchester calls received
    Aug
    2016
  • Unrecognized number, just hang up
    Aug
    2016
Number Of Searches: 622 Number Of Comments: 77 First Seen: 16 August 2016 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Brindham(Somerset), Itteringham(Norfolk), Madeley(Shropshire) and Watternish(Highland).

01610005544 has 77 comments of which 18 x negative and 59 x neutral

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01610005544 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01610005544 👆 is reported as a persistent nuisance and probable scam originating from a call centre, often claiming to represent an accident helpline or insurance bureau. Callers attempt to gather personal information by alleging involvement in a motor accident, frequently becoming aggressive or abusive if challenged. Many report silent calls, abrupt hang-ups, and unclear foreign accents, suggesting the calls may be international despite resembling local numbers. Victims warn that the calls target vulnerable individuals and stress the importance of not engaging or providing any details. This number frequently bypasses telephone preference registrations and call blockers, causing significant distress. It is strongly advised to ignore, block, and report the number to relevant authorities to avoid potential fraud or harassment.

Reports on phone number 01610005544

10 years
p#### K##ran Q##yum from the Leicester call centre in Spinney Hills, total scammer.
Spinney HillsLeicester
10 years
Really happy Trump came out on top in the election.
Trump
10 years
That comment down there sounds really racist to me, bet he’s proper chuffed Donald Trump got elected.
Donald Trump
10 years
They call me, I pick up and can hear people speaking with an Indian/Pakistani accent in the background. Then they just cut off. The number looks like it’s local but sounds like some call centre in India. It’s really unsettling, especially for elderly folks or someone not feeling well. Bet they don’t bother about that at all. Proper pain in the neck they are.
10 years
Someone called me about an accident, I asked why they were ringing me, told them no one here has been in any accident and to stop calling, then I hung up. Two minutes later, they rang back asking for the person who supposedly had the accident. I gave them a piece of my mind and ended the call again.
10 years
Total ambulance chaser, calling nonstop!
10 years
Seems like it's a Manchester code but actually from abroad, so my call blocker caught it and sent it straight to voicemail. Of course, no message was left - big shock there. I swear by my call blocker. These lot can't stand it!
Manchester
10 years
It was definitely a scam call.
10 years
Beware, everyone! I received a dodgy call today concerning an alleged car accident that I've supposedly been involved in. The caller seemed to have a load of my personal information at hand. When I pressed him for details about where he sourced this info, he claimed it was from my insurance provider but couldn't specify which one. Naturally, I didn't divulge any of my information to him. He stated he was from the MIB, the Motor Insurance Bureau. A quick search on the MIB's official site revealed a warning that perfectly fits this scenario: SCAM ALERT - INSURANCE CLAIMS Have you received an unsolicited call about an insurance claim purporting to be from the MIB or claiming to have derived your information from the Motor Insurance Database? The MIB does not: - Contact individuals regarding claims for car accidents unless a claim has been previously lodged with them - Disclose or sell information from the motor insurance database to unauthorised entities - Request your bank details over the phone Stay sharp and don’t fall prey to these scams!
MIBMotor Insurance Bureau
10 years
Just got a call from these lot, said Aviva insurance gave them my number, but I’ve never been a customer, might’ve done a search once but no way a client. Told them to get lost and never call again. Now the same bloke’s phoned me 4 times, threatening me and heard my kid crying in the background. He said he’d turn up and “sort the brat” for good, swearing down the phone really loudly. Don’t pick up, just ignore, honestly proper scary stuff.
Aviva
10 years
Had a couple of rings from this number - nobody picked up, and they ended the call abruptly. I’m on the Telephone Preference Service list, so I assumed I’d be shielded from such pesky calls. Yet, it seems some manage to bypass that. Quite irritating, to say the least!
Telephone Preference Service
10 years
They called my missus 4 times back to back threatening her and our 20 month old little girl. Definitely don’t pick up.
10 years
01610005544 rang me asking if I’d been in an accident, I asked straight away for their number and they just cut me off. Honestly, they should be reported cos for people who can’t block numbers on their phone, it’s really frustrating, especially if you’ve got a disability like me. I do appreciate the telephone preference service, but it doesn’t catch all these calls, which is why I ended up having to get a new phone that can block them annoying calls.
10 years
Received a call claiming to be from Accident Helpline. I promptly ended the conversation.
10 years
Received a call supposedly concerning my recent mishap!
10 years
I answered the phone, but there was complete silence on the other end. It seems to me that these con artists are hoping you'll call them back, likely at a premium rate, just to uncover who they are. Quite dodgy behaviour, if you ask me!
10 years
The line was incredibly weak, and the background noise was quite muddled. It sounded like there were individuals chatting away, but they weren’t addressing me at all. What on earth do they hope to achieve with calls like this?
10 years
Got a call out the blue from someone saying it was a claim line and they got my number from Aviva. They said someone had hit the back of my car. I just told them to sod off. I’m definitely going to get in touch with Aviva, I've never had insurance with them, and also report it to the telephone preference service.
AvivaTelephone Preference Service
10 years
Got a call from someone saying it was an accident line, sounded like a Pakistani accent, told them to quit ringing me as this number's meant to be private.
10 years
In the past couple of days, I’ve received three calls, and every time I pick up, there’s nothing but silence on the other end. Anyone know who these callers might be, and is there a way to put a stop to them?
10 years
This number popped up showing INTERNATIONAL, but when I rang 1471 it came back blank. Feels like they’re just trying to annoy us somehow. If it had said International right away, I wouldn’t have picked up.
10 years
Persistently ringing, I got a call that went silent after seven chimes. Quite baffling, really-no one on the other end!
10 years
Gave me a bell and hung up the moment I picked up. Definitely dodgy!
10 years
I JUST HAD A MESS UP!!! seems like i'm a bit of a butterfingers. needless to say i told him to get lost.
10 years
On my landline it showed "unavailable," so I guess someone slipped up and forgot to hide their number. There was music playing and it sounded like a bunch of Pakistani blokes in a call centre. I told them I needed to stop the music, then as soon as I did, they just hung up, so probably not a big deal. Next time, I might mess with them a bit longer. By the way, I'd definitely suggest using the Mr Number app on Android :)
Pakistan
10 years
Got several calls within 30 minutes about a car crash that never even happened to me, my husband, or anyone else they mentioned. Total waste of time.
10 years
As soon as I pick up, they just cut off! My caller ID indicates it’s an overseas call, yet the number starts with 0161, which is supposed to be from Manchester! Quite peculiar, isn’t it?
Manchester
10 years
Got a call from this number earlier, but they cut off right after I picked up. Weird vibes for sure.
10 years
I've got a right pest on the line-keeps ringing but never picks up. It's such a hassle, honestly!
10 years
I'm baffled as to how they’ve acquired my number. They've called me several times now and never utter a word. I've greeted them at least a dozen times, only for them to hang up without a peep. It would be lovely if they could actually converse, perhaps we could ponder the age-old question of which came first - the egg or the chicken?
10 years
Got a call from this number saying they were from an 'accident helpline' claiming someone using my phone had an accident in the past few years. I told them I couldn't verify that, then they started getting really pushy, insisting on speaking to the person involved. When I said I couldn’t do that, the caller said "why be scared, I’m not a terrorist" which honestly felt totally out of line. I told them that kind of comment was rude and unnecessary, then ended the call straight away! What a strange experience!
10 years
This bloke was proper creepy, he kept asking my telesales team about personal stuff like their measurements, ages and even wanted their phone numbers. Totally inappropriate!
10 years
I was under the impression that making those pesky silent calls had been outlawed. How strange!
10 years
Answered the call, said hello a few times but nothing back. Used 1471 and this is what showed up!
10 years
I said hello like 8 times but no one replied, then they just ended the call.
10 years
This number has been persistently ringing me every quarter of an hour! It's become rather tiresome, to say the least.
10 years
Got a call from these goat fanatics just now. Told the bloke to stop ringing me, and he started getting rude.
10 years
Picked up the call and greeted them with 'hello' a couple of times, but there was no response from the other end, so I eventually hung up.
10 years
I said hello a couple times but no one replied, so I just ended the call! Blocked straight away.
10 years
It was all rather quiet, so I decided to place the phone down. Figured I might as well make them rack up a bit of a bill, so I ended the call after a short while.
10 years
They said they were from some 'accident support' service, ringing about compensation for a recent accident. When I asked where they got my info, they said 'your insurance provider'. After a bit of back and forth, they mentioned 'Aviva', which I found funny since I've never even had Aviva. I told them my number is on the TPS and they ought not to be calling me. They kept pushing, so I ended up reporting them to the TPS while still on the line.
AvivaTelephone Preference ServiceTPS
10 years
I simply cannot fathom how these fraudulent calls are permitted to operate within the law. Isn't there any oversight or legal framework in place to tackle the activities of these scam callers and their call centres? It seems quite baffling!
10 years
Got a call at 11:32 this morning on 30/08/16. Nobody spoke.
10 years
Pretty sure these Asian scammers are from Turkmenistan. If you put in 01216782348, you can see a whole bunch of other numbers they’ve called from.
Turkmenistan
10 years
It's quite baffling, isn't it, how these call centres that bombard us with fraudulent and bothersome calls seem to operate without any accountability in the UK? One would think there would be stricter laws in place to curb this sort of harassment.
UK
10 years
So, I got a call around 12.29 and as soon as I answered, this bloke started making these weird sounds like he was struggling or something (I'm a 15 stone straight guy). I just chuckled and told him if he tried shoving his willy in his ear, maybe he'd get some brains. Pretty sure I pissed him off because he went quiet then just hung up.
10 years
Got a call around 10.40 this morning. Nobody said anything and then they just ended it. Blocked the number straight away. Weird! ??
10 years
He asked if I’d been in a car crash, I said no, then out of nowhere he started asking about the size of my boobs.
10 years
They called but just went quiet when I said hello a few times then dropped the call.
10 years
Absolutely appalling and downright offensive! This reeks of a scam; I urge everyone to steer clear and refrain from sharing any personal details about yourselves.
10 years
I recently had an unpleasant encounter with a so-called Accident Helpline telephone representative. The chap was incredibly rude and confrontational, even after I mentioned that we’re signed up with the Telephone Preference Service. His aggression only escalated from there! I've taken the liberty of reporting this number. I highly recommend just hanging up and avoiding any dialogue with them altogether.
Accident HelplineTelephone Preference Service
10 years
No idea who that was. Didn’t pick up either. Sounds like a pointless job to have. Just a complete waste of time for everyone involved.
10 years
Got a call at 11:15 this morning, some bloke kept saying hello like 5 times. I asked what he wanted and he just said hello again. I told him to get lost and then hung up and blocked the number.
10 years
Received a rather muffled call from someone with a faintly foreign twang, accompanied by a cacophony of call centre chatter in the backdrop. They claimed to be an "Accidental Helpline" or something to that effect. It struck me as quite odd, so I decided to end the conversation there.
10 years
Like a few others mentioned, I picked up and said 'hello' a bunch of times but no reply. After a while they just ended the call.
10 years
I picked up but there was nobody there on the line.
10 years
Phone rang today 26/08/2016 but nobody answered so I just hung up.
10 years
They rang me at 7:44 in the evening, but no one answered. They ended the call straight away.
10 years
Tried switching things up with them for a while but got fed up in the end, so just ended the call and blocked the number.
10 years
Whenever I answer, there's just silence on the other end.
10 years
got a call today at 10:50am, 26/08/16. picked up and they just hung up straight away.
10 years
Received a call with absolutely no one on the line. We've gone ahead and blocked that number across all our devices.
10 years
Ended the call right after I picked up.
10 years
some bloke called david from accident claims or something. i told him he was dodgy and a scam and hung up. phone rang right after but no one there, just dead silence.
David
10 years
some company kept calling asking if id been in a crash or anything. said they worked for an insurance firm but felt like they were just trying to get info out of me.
10 years
I got a call from someone saying there had been an accident in my family, but I told them no one here drives. They insisted someone did and got hurt. I said I’d report them to trading standards for harrassing me, then the bloke started swearing, and I could hear loads of noise like it was a call centre.
Trading Standards Agency
10 years
Every time I answer, it’s super quiet like no one’s there.
10 years
Got a call from a supposed accident helpline but they had zero info about me, asking stuff about an accident ‘someone’ I know supposedly had. Could hear loads of background noise like a call centre. I asked questions and they just hung up. Feels like some scammer from abroad tryna fish for my details or just some waste of time trying to drum up business.
10 years
They rang both our house phones (different numbers) but just dropped the call. I’m guessing they might be trying to find a modem or something!
10 years
What a bunch of muppets! Absolutely ridiculous!
10 years
I received a call that purportedly came from an accident claims service, yet they had no specifics regarding my information and were quite evasive when I probed for clarity. The line had an unmistakable buzz of a call centre in the backdrop. They promptly severed the connection as soon as I started asking questions. Quite suspicious, to say the least!
10 years
I had a strange phone call earlier. No one responded when I picked up, yet I could definitely sense someone on the line! Quite peculiar, if you ask me.
10 years
I picked up the phone, but they hung up before I could say a word!
10 years
I keep receiving calls originating from Manchester, but I haven't the faintest idea who might be behind them.
Manchester
10 years
Quite impolite and rather aggressive.
10 years
Whenever I answer, there's just silence on the other end.
10 years
I received a call from this number, but they hung up straight away without uttering a word. When I attempted to return the call, I found that it was an unrecognised number. Quite odd, really!

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