Bathroom Extractor Fan Install

RT1187

DIY
Need to replace an old Vent-Axia extractor fan as the pull chord no longer works.

I bought this - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00CBX254I?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

I went for this one as it only required a Live and Neutral feed. I installed it but nothing happens when I switch the electricity back on.

I noticed there is a Vent-Axia control box of some sort in one of the landing cupboards, could this be the reason the new one isn't receiving power? There is also what I assume is a pull chord for the shower on the opposite side of the wall from this, which I have never touched and is always On.

Is it something to do with the new fan having a permanent live rather that a switched live?

I've attached pics of the new fan (upside down I know, had to for the wire), old fan, in cupboard control box of some kind and in bathroom switch.

Thanks
 

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This is so much more complicated than it should be.

I ordered a 12V fan this morning with pull cord from Amazon, it just showed up and it has no pull cord or on/off switch at all. I am right in thinking if I install it it will just continuously run as it isn't connected to the light switch or anything? The wiring at the hole for the fan is just a blue/brown wire which I assume is just neutral/live?

I'm struggling to find a 12V Fan with pull cord anywhere, I'm not sure how the timer models work exactly but would that be a solution?
 
A couple of things to throw in the mix-

Do you know whether the transformer for the fan is 12V AC or 12V DC?

Do you know if the transformer actually works?
 

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