British Telecom 08000285085 / +448000285085
Caller Name: British Telecom more...
Ratings: 159 (deleted: 6)
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Assessment: neutral
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Details about this number
Area Code: free-call service - United KingdomTelephone number: 080-00285085
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Who calls with 08000285085?
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Sally reported unknown with the number +448000285085 as Trustworthy number
BT following up a complaint I made about not receiving a form for BT Basic. I gave no information, they had all the details, they didn't request any information, they knew all the details of my complaint and requests, and transferred me to the correct department who sorted out my problems and offered to backdate the service. They also emailed our email address which they had on the system without me disclosing any information. It is not a scam.
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RVx reported British Telecom with the number +448000285085 as Trustworthy number
It was BT Shop asking to confirm some details before dispatching my order. I ignored the call thinking it was a marketing call. But they left a voicemail asking for me to call them straight back. Genuine BT *Shop* call.
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Angryandconcerned reported BT Scam with the number +448000285085 as Cost trap
Call apparently from BT. Had left me an automated voicemail earlier in the day saying my bill was due.
lady rang, crackly crap line. Saying she was from BT, my bill was due to be paid, and that she needed my full name to verify the account.
Fairly standard procedure.
I told her that I wasn't giving any information until she told me what the account was about.
She replied landline, broadband and calls.
I then dropped the bombshell that I don't use BT as my provider, to which she asked me to verify my details again so we could look into the situation.
Again I reiterated that she was getting none of my details, at which point she gave up.
Worryingly realistic if you have had a BT account in the past which could well of not been closed properly (as BT are infamous for doing).
So concerned that this could be worrying to those who are not so switched on to the scammers ways and pay because they don't want bad credit rating.
I will be reporting this to Which?, action fraud UK and anyone else who might be able to help.
Concerning that it also seems to be a number which is used for genuine BT calls, but I guess just be vigilant about security checks and what information you give.
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JDaw reported unknown with the number 08000285085 as Trustworthy number
I had called BT 150 to notify of an intermittent fault on my line,and was put through to a call centre, they tested my line and called back minutes later using this number. A day later they called me using this number again to test the line and to advise of the date when it would be fixed. The call was expected. They also left a text on my mobile to advise of the same. Those who have been asked for credit card datails of course should never give this out over the phone. You've no idea whether there is a rogue employee using the same telephone line.
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Moneypenny reported BT Scam with the number 08000285085 as Harassment calls
Repeated calls every second day or so, claims to be from BT but BT have no knowledge. Has been told explicitly to stop contacting me but continues to do so. Refuses to tell me who they want to actually speak to, want me to give them personal information first.
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Hasbo reported British Telecom with the number 08000285085 as Trustworthy number
It was BT calling to deal with a complaint I had made. After I didn't answer the landline they texted my mobile to let me know they were about to call so I knew it was legit.
Lynn replied 6/5/16, 8:59 PMI agree with this comment as I've just raised a complaint with BT and they phoned me back using this number.Simon replied 7/9/16, 7:41 PMI phoned BT directly and they told me that the number is not there's and it's a scam. BT blocked the number for meSally replied 3/9/17, 5:43 PMIt's not a scam. They followed up a complaint I made, and transferred me to the department who I had the issue with, and resolved the problem. If they were nothing to do with BT they wouldn't have known the details, and I gave no information to them about the account, but they had all the details already. -
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nicola reported unknown with the number +448000285085 as Harassment calls
This number called me today saying that i have not paid my bill(i did pay it and a day early) they told me that i set up a d/d with them which i didn't and now they are going to cut my phone line and switch off my broadband if i do not pay my bill. Total SCAM stay away
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LightsOnSomeone'sHome reported number +448000285085 as BT Scam
As per another comment on this number calling, BT do not have the number they rang me on. The one they do have for me is blissfully excluded from this badgering. I recognised the number so didn't answer. Strangely ironic, usually if I recognise a number it's when I pick up! There are other comments which seem to confirm that this is a genuine BT number/ call. The only thing I can think of is the scammers are somehow able to hijack or piggyback off the network, so it appears to be BT calling, when really it's a very sophisticated well-funded (from proceeds of other crime like drug-dealing), and highly organized crime racket. In this day and age we are all best off to regard any unsolicited call as potentially sinister. NEVER GIVE YOUR BANKING DETAILS!! If you simply say "well mate/ darlin' if you're genuine, you already know my name and address, so feel free to send me a paper bill that I can pay over a post office counter", chances are they'll hang up.
LightsOnSomeone'sHome replied 4/17/17, 1:44 PMThis number rang my mobile on this Bank Holiday Easter Monday at 10:22hrs. I am still seething about their waking me up. Again, BT do not have this number. Again, if I am not sure about a number I won't answer, this time I didn't "recognise" it, on principle if I'm woken they can swivel. I'm not sure exactly what they're about, but I'm up to date on my bills and have made no complaint, (I could do, my broadband bill is ridiculous, sticks in my craw how much new customers pay in their deals!), nor am I awaiting a new/ different service. My deduction is it's untrustworthy, I've now saved it in my phone as "Scam" and in future I think I might answer it, especially if they wake me up, just so I can play silly bu**ers with them -
james reported number 08000285085 as BT Scam
SCAM man pretending to be from BT calling about missed direct debit. I am not with BT! Asked for my details (which I did not provide) and when told my wife sorts the telephone (through a different company) he muttered tp call a number but kept the line open so it was still connected to him. Do not give them any information!
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Smutters reported unknown with the number 08000285085 as Trustworthy number
It is BT, we have just moved house and ordered BT line for Broadband and TV but there has been a problem with our order. There is a fault on the line which they are trying to remedy. I received the call, ignored as I don't know the number, they then sent me a text message to say they would be in touch when rectified. Genuine call.
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LightsOnSomeone'sHome reported number 08000285085 as unknown
Call today at 16:15hrs. Don't recognise number so, didn't answer. They left a 2min long voicemail, no talking just typing and call centre noise. Maybe they were just leaving their line busy to check facebook before dialling out again?! Reading other comments here I have to say BT don't have this number and if anyone did ring from "BT" I'd tell them I'll ring the customer care number I have saved in my other phone, after getting off the phone to them. I'm ditching this number soon anyway, had it for 8yrs but fed up with 80% of incoming calls not genuine.
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Andy reported unknown with the number +448000285085 as Trustworthy number
This number called me a few times in a row, when i answered is was Dabs.com confirming my order. Think Dabs.com are part of BT.
Lisa replied 11/23/15, 11:04 AMDabs is a company that BT employees get discount with, hubby works for BT -
Kenneth McDonald reported unknown with the number 08000285085 as Harassment calls
Lady proclaimed to be from BT chasing an outstanding phone bill for a number that is not mine or for my address. She was quite polite but I had to end the call as she waffled on about holding the bill till maybe she finds the correct person to call.
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Termy reported British Telecom with the number +448000285085 as Trustworthy number
Requested cancellation of an order I placed with BT, and this number called back to confirm the order cancellation. Asked if there was anything they could help me with before finalizing the cancellation. Expected call, definitely BT or someone operating on their behalf.
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Investigator Graham reported British Telecom with the number +448000285085 as Trustworthy number
Seemed legit called to say my phone line was up for renewal, told her I didn't believe so she explained they wouldn't need any bank details as they already have them, she also gave me her employee number and email. This eased my mind a bit
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benjisonfire reported British Telecom with the number 08000285085 as Trustworthy number
Was definately bt. I had an issue with my infinity and i ignored this number at first but answered second time. It was a bt employer informing me of a problem they had found and told me the date engineers would come out to handle it. Then sent me a text with the details in as well.
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BillyO reported number 08000285085 as unknown
Some people are reporting this number as genuine, but I received a call from this number on my O2 Mobile and it was NOT BT. I am not and never have been a BT customer in any shape or from, but caller thought I was.
It may be used by BT but I believe scammers are faking the call Id. -
chez reported British Telecom with the number +448000285085 as Harassment calls
My partner just had a call from a woman stating she was from bt direct debits and could he confirm his address which he was not willing to do. She then said to contact bt and speak to them. We then got bts number off the internet and contacted them and they stated they have never heard of the number and it has been passed to his manager to get investigated further. DO NOT TRUST THE NUMBER THAT RINGS YOU AND IF THEY DO CONTACT BT AND INFORM THEM AS THE MORE PEOPLE THAT REPORT IT THE MORE CHANCE THE ISSUE WILL GET LOOKED INTO.
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confused.com lol reported number 08000285085 as unknown
I had a call today from 0800 028 5085 I had missed it but I signed up with BT just last night I got told BT do not call us on mobiles they will send email instead but I thought to check in case I should anser or not so still not sure what to think about this number maybe it us BT refusing me a package or wanting upfront payment but when I did application it said all was fine and I'd get email so confused of this number
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Klaudia reported number 08000285085 as British Telecom
Caller claimed to be from BT, trying to chase outstanding bill. Asked for the password to my bt account. SCAM. Please avoid.