A recall was issued for Volvo V70 2.0L diesels, what year does this affect?

I was interested in buying a Volvo V70 2.0L diesel estate but have read there was / is a recall on some of them due to the inlet manifold melting because they are made from plastic. Even if it does not...

Can I buy a hybrid even if I don't use it during the winter?

I am looking at a Toyota Yaris, the car will not be used in the winter months and garaged. Will this affect the life of the lithium batteries if not used for four months each year?

I'm rejecting a car but the dealer is deducting £2000 for loss of value, is this fair?

I purchased a BMW X3 2019 model in Jan 2023 and it has developed issues with its brake discs. I have given the dealer four opportunities to repair but they have not been able to. I have now rejected...

Can I upgrade my car audio to receive DAB+?

Can my Ford B-Max radio be upgraded for DAB+?

Is it legal to park on the pavement?

If I park on a wide pavement with double yellow lines painted on the road an I technically parking on double yellow lines? My son parked his van on a wide pavement so wasn't blocking either the pavement...

What's the best 2000s BMW Convertible to buy?

I'm looking to buy a BMW 3 Series convertible, looking from late 1990's to late 2000's, Looking to see what would be the best model, engine, (no diesels), and colour. Also what should I expect to pay for...

What is my Citroen C6 worth?

I'm selling a Citroen C6 with full history. It's done 81k miles and seems a rare UK car. What is it worth?

My Kuga PHEV has a CVT gearbox, are there problems with them?

I bought a 12 month old Ford Kuga PHEV recently and am very impressed with the automatic transmission which I believe is a CVT box? It's very smooth and quiet. But these CVT boxes seem to have a bit of...

DVLA sell notification was not completed, should I be concerned?

I recently exhanged my car with a major national dealer. The dealer insisted that I didn't need to do anything regards administration and they would take care of everything. I was aware that the seller...

Is poor range from an electric car grounds for rejection?

My wife and I wanted to replace a three year old EV. We went to a dealer and bought a brand new EV which was essentially the same as the old one. The new car was the next generation of the same car advertised...

When should the timing belt be changed on a Nissan Juke?

When should the timing belt/chain be changed on a Nissan Juke 2013 1.5 diesel?

Should I change the cambelt on my SEAT when I change the water pump?

My 2019 SEAT Arona (18000 miles) water pump is leaking. When I get it replaced should I do the the timing belt at the same time? I have been quoted £899 is this reasonable?

What do I need to do to my car if leaving it parked for six weeks?

I have a Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI and will be going abroad for between 4 to 6 weeks with my car parked on my driveway. No one else will be in the home when i'm away so I won't be able to trickle charge...

What's the best ULEZ compliant car?

Hi, we have 2 boys to do school runs 11 miles each way. What car and the best way to purchase one? It needs to be ULEZ compliant.

Why do police require dashcam footage one minute either side of any incident?

Why do the police require dashcam footage for one minute before and after an incident? I reported an incident that occurred less than a minute before parking at home when the recording stopped when the...

Which Suzuki Swift model is best?

I have a 2015 1.2 Suzuki Swift but would like more power and refinement. A Suzuki salesman recommended the Swift with the Boosterjet engine which I eventually test drove. I must say I was disappointed...

Are Volkswagen infotainment failures common?

Our VW Golf Mark 7 infotainment system is completely dead. VW have charged us for diagnostics and say the unit needs to be replaced. They initially quoted £2700 though this has since been reduced to £2300....

Honda CR-V heater on driver's side does not warm up, how can I fix this?

Having done the due dilligence (HJ Reviews etc) I took a 13 plate Honda CR-V for a test run two days ago which was a warm day so was pleased that the air con was running nice and cold (or so I thougt)....

What happens at the end of a PCP if the car is worth less than the GMV?

Could you please clarify what would happen at the end of a deal if the car is worth less than the GMV, who takes the loss & is the deposit still safe, With the large depreciation figures I have seen on...

Texaco super octane petrol

You often mention Shell V Power, BP ultimate, or Total as high quality fuel. Recently I have found Texaco have a 99 octane petrol which at least here in Dorset is only 8 pence per liter higher than the...

Is Xenum petrol additive any good?

A friend has suggested that I use the above but would welcome your comments. I drive a BMW 420i cabriolet auto and a Toyota Aygo X auto. I rarely use supermarket petrol and mostly use BP or Jet.

Which dual clutch and CVT would you recommend?

I’ve been researching and debating about the type of auto boxes available. There seems to be an even amount of disadvantages for all of them. Torque converters aren’t as fuel efficient, CVTs are noisy...

I renewed my licence as I am over 70 but have lost categories, can I get them back?

I renewed my licence at 70 and lost a lot of categories! This was during Covid and was impossible to get any resolution. If I submit a copy of my original licence will DVLA give me back my groups? I’ve...

My parking sensors stop working in the rain, how can I fix this?

I have a 2020 Nissan Qashqai, the front parking sensors would buzz on and off in the rain and show I was close to something even when on the road. Is there a fix to stop this happing like Vaseline or...

Is my Mercedes Euro 5a or Euro 5b?

Is my July 2012 Mercedes C220 AMG sport stop/start diesel a Euro 5a or Euro 5b? My local Mercedes dealer (in Ayr) where quite rude when asked and no help at all. Euro 5b diesels are legal to use in low...

The key card for my Renault Espace will open the doors but not start the car, what can I do?

I have a Renault espace MK4, the card key opens the doors but won't start the car. I've put a new battery in the key card but it has made no difference.

Should I SORN my car while I'm away for a month?

I have a Volvo XC40 phev and the road tax is £550 per year. Is it worth my while to SORN it for a complete month when it is locked in my garage while l am on holiday?

How do I sell my car?

I want to sell my Nissan Figaro but don’t know where to start, please advise.

Which Fiat 500X engine should I choose?

I have a choice of two Fiat 500X 2020 reg models with petrol engines. One with the 1.0l Firefly engine and the other with the 1.4l engine in the Sport version of the model. My wife is not looking for...

What city cars would you recommend?

Our very loved Golf TDI has just been written off by a drunk driver. We only travel to work Monday to Friday about 30 mins each way so looking for a city car, that's economical, reliable and not too ugly!...

How do I programme the key for my Vauxhall Astra?

I recently bought a 2014 Vauxhall Astra GTC and one of the keys only partially works. It will unlock the doors and start the engine, but does not remotely unlock the doors. I have replaced the battery...

Small new car capable to be used seriously off road in all weathers, what are my options?

I want to buy a Suzuki Jimny 5 door but it is not coming to the UK. There really is a need for a small off road vehicle at a sensible price for farmers and many others. Is there an alternative vehicle...

My BMW Z4 has a damaged alloy wheel and run-flat tyre, can they be repaired?

My BMW Z4 has a cracked alloy wheel and a punctured run flat on the rear can either of these be professionally welded/repaired (by say Lepsons or a properly qualified wheel/tyre repair outlet? If not what...

I am thinking of selling my Porsche Macan, is now a good time to sell?

I am considering selling my 2015 Porsche Macan with 46,000 miles on the clock, I would like £26,000. I am thinking of asking a local car sales to sell it on my behalf, is now a good time to sell with...

Can Audi A1 DSG gearboxes suffer hydraulic explosion?

My friend has a 2014 Audi A1 Sportback s 1.4 auto has covered 40,000. Has been serviced as per service schedule but not at an Audi dealer. Recently she lost all drive, engine fine but when selecting a...

I want to buy a new Skoda Octavia but I don't want keyless entry

I am looking at buying a new Skoda Octavia, their is no choice but to buy one with keyless entry. Looking at all the car thefts it is obvious that keyless entry is a contributing factor. How does the...

Can sat nav systems be updated to include width limits?

I live in a small village in Bedfordshire. On the principal route through this village is a width restriction of 6ft 6ins. We are plagued by lorries regularly ignoring this limit indeed some are directed...

New car reg

We finally have our new Lexus NX350 ready to be received very soon after waiting since Feb 2022! Given we’re one months away from September and we have been patiently waiting with multiple promises of...

My space saver spare wheel is only 16 inches but my wheels are 18 inches - is it safe to use on the driven wheels?

I have a Mini Clubman which has 18 inch alloys with low profile tyres. I have purchased a 16 inch space saver which I have been assured is suitable for use in case of emergency, even though the total diameter...

My neighbour has been quote £1,900 to replace their Honda Jazz exhaust, is this right?

Elderly neighbour been quoted a whopping £1,900 including vat and fitting for full exhaust including cat for a 2008 Honda Jazz 1.4 petrol manual. Excessive surely? Any ideas where to go? Online suggests...

My SEAT has both cambelt and AdBlue problems, but SEAT won't honour my service plan

My SEAT Ateca 1.6 diesel has under 50,000 miles and is 4 1/2 years old (first registered January 2019). It is at my local Seat workshop for an investigation into an unusual noise coming from the engine...

Should I stick with my Mercedes or swap it for a Fiesta?

I have a lovely 2011 Mercedes A160 Blue Efficience petrol. It has 78,000 miles and enjoy driving it. I have been offered a 2015 Ford Fiesta Titanium X, 34,000 miles, one owner, £0 road tax, much more economical,...

Why do I keep getting flat tyres?

I do about 3000 miles per year. In the last five years I have had six flats. Several were inexplicable; the rest a mix of bolts, kerbside hits, and pot holes. I asked my tyre fitter. He thought six excessive...

I'm selling my 2017 Toyota Auris Estate, what's the best way to get a good deal?

I was offered a deal with my local Toyota dealer to p/ex my Toyota Auris 2017 (67) Hybrid Estate for a 2018 Yaris Design £13,800 (ticks all the boxes) but it has not worked out for me. Two months ago...

Can I fit LED headlights to my Mercedes SL350?

The headlights on my 2003 Mercedes SL350 seem dim in comparison with the headlights of modern cars. Is it possible to convert them to LED units and if so, what suitable products are available?

Enjoyable hot hatch for an old man?

Am I searching for the holy grail? As an older chap I am now looking for slower thrills - seeking an enjoyable drive with the following features: Small car (city car/supermini/no larger than Golf), sub...

I plan to use my Dacia Duster for lots of short journeys, is this bad for the turbo engine?

I am planning on buying a 2018 Dacia Duster. 90% of my trips will be daily, two or three times under three miles. If I buy the 1.3 turbo petrol will I have problems due to the oil in the turbo unit not...

The pre-sale service on my new car was not carried out, can Trading Standards help?

I bought a Honda HRV from a dealer who said he will give the car a full service and stamped the service book accordingly pre sale. Having got the car home I found out no such service has been done at all....

Will my Toyota C-HR battery survive being parked up for a month?

I am aware of the problems with the starter battery if the C-HR is not used regularly. I am away in the winter for about a month without the C-HR. What is the best way of insuring that the battery will...

I can't swap my service plan to my new car, is this fair?

After 18 months I tried to swap my service plan to new Kia Picanto, but I was told by Emac that Kia won't allow it. Apparently the service plan has to stop with that car but no one told me. Is this legal...