Is a DPF expensive to replace?

Is the DPF on a Fiat 2.3 Multijet engine expensive to replace?

Can you recommend a steering wheel lock to suit a Peugeot 2008?

I am interested in buying a Stoplock HG134 59. I read somewhere they dont fit the new Peugeot 3008. I presume therefore it would be the same for a new 2008, due to the smaller and slightly flattened wheel....

What should we replace our Peugeot 208 with?

My wife wants to replace her 2012 Peugeot 208. We have looked at similar sized Kia and Hyundai vehicles but nothing is really grabbing our attention. We have seen a Suzuki Swift automatic with only 660...

What's the best estate car for £15,000?

I want to purchase a second hand estate car. Our last car was a Skoda Octavia, which was perfect for space and running costs, including insurance. I would really appreciate advice on choice of estate...

Why does my car have a problem with severe condensation inside?

Why does my Toyota Yaris hybrid cross get a lot of moisture on the inside windows on cold but not freezing nights? This happens every time we have a cold night.

How do I remove windscreen scratches?

I have recently bought an 8 month old used car from a dealer. Under certain sunlit conditions I notice small scratches on the windscreen. It looks like it has been cleaned with a cloth that had a piece...

When will secondhand car prices go back to normal?

When do you think second hand prices of petrol and diesel cars will get back to the historical norm when a car lost 50% of its value in the first three years?

What are the rules on driving after having your licence revoked on medical grounds?

My partner had her licence revoked on medical grounds in October last year due to her having an unprovoked seizure. She's had no further seizures since and her NHS consultant has said that the reason...

Supermarket fuel v branded fuel - which is best?

I have a question for you about what is the best, most suitable fuel (petrol) to put in my recently bought 2019 Kadjar S Edition 1.3 TCe 140 EDC with 21K on the clock. I only use my car for social journeys,...

Does it matter if one of my tyres has a different load rating?

Due to having had a puncture we now have a 95V rating tyre whereas all the remaining three original tyres are 91V. Is this illegal or dangerous? The supplying dealer says this is causing tyre pressure...

Are car dealers who operate by appointment only legitimate?

I've heard about car dealers who operate by appointment only and are usually home-based and claims it pre-dates the pandemic/lockdown push to work from home, but what are the advantages and disadvantages...

I am 80 years of age - should I change car or stick with what I have?

I'll be 80 in a few weeks and I have had my Toyota Verso for 12 years - it has covered 82,000 faultless miles. We have family living 150 miles away and we do fortnightly trips to visit them. With other...

Can a hybrid car be safely left unused for 2 weeks or more?

Can a self charging hybrid car be safely left unused for 2 weeks or more? Will it reliably start on return from a holiday.

What car could replace my Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?

My Mitsubishi Outlander has been great, but I would like a new smaller car, automatic, under £40k, not fully electric please. It would need to be comfortable in the back and for longer trips. Also, any...

What car can replace my Honda Civic Type R?

After 11 years and an incredible 285,000 miles, it’s finally about time to move on my Honda Civic Type R, or at least think about it. I make regular trips to my house in Spain, and tend fo keep my cars...

Have I been overcharged for an oil change?

My Peugeot 2008 1.2 Puretech had an MoT and oil change a year ago and I have just noticed I was charged £68.47 for oil ! This seems an extraordinary amount, no quantity was listed. Can you tell me what...

What car would you suggest for a young driver with a large dog?

My daughter (20 yrs) is looking for the a larger car to replace her Peugeot 108 to suitability transport her large dog while keeping insurance low. We are considering cars like Ford Focus Estate, Ford...

Should I replace my runflats with normal tyres?

My 2019 BMW Z4 will soon need new tyres. Should I renew with runflats or not? The latest G29 M4s are not fitted with runflats by BMW and lots of drivers say comfort levels are much improved with regular...

Why does my car only have one reversing light?

My 2015 Hyundai i20 has two white lenses as if for reversing lights but only the nearside works. Is this normal or should both light up? Getting into these looks far too complicated for someone as ham-fisted...

How early can dealers register a new vehicle?

When is a main dealer able to register with the DVLA a brand new vehicle he has on order in my name?

My tyre deflation warning keeps coming back, what could be the problem?

After the warning has been on and adjusting the tyre pressures then resetting the computer I find that after about 20 miles the warning comes back on again. This has happened about 4 times, why?

Can I use the spare tyre from my previous Mazda CX-3 on my new CX-30?

I recently exchanged my 2019 Mazda CX-3 Sports Nav for a new Mazda CX-30 SkyactiveX. I retained the full size 18” spare wheel from the CX-3 fitted with a 215/50R18 tyre. It fits the studs and fits into...

I sold a car in 2017 but the DVLA say I am still the owner, what can I do?

Car was sold 2017. No documentation / proof of sale now available. DVLA say still registered to me and now faced with £1000 plus of penalty fines over 2 weeks! (bus lane, emissions, speeding). Can police...

What can I do if the CUE database is wrong?

I parked wife’s car legally. Hours later we returned to find side damaged but no other vehicle admitted responsibility. Wife claimed repair on her insurance. I’ve just been told by an insurance company...

What are the best versions of the Peugeot 1.2 PureTech engine?

I understand the 1.2 PureTech Citroen engine is well regarded but have read reports of problems with the cam belt running in oil being unreliable. I gather it has been updated over its life and now is...

How is VED on £40000 cars calculated?

I noted your answer in 2017 that factory fitted extras are included in the threshold , but are the initial VED and also delivery charges also included which vary from dealer to dealer etc.? Appreciate...

Can I park my car on the road with no MoT?

My car is having running problems and has been parked on the road until I found the time to fix it. While it’s been parked up it has been taxed and insured, but the MoT had expired. It has not been driven...

What are the best tyre pressures for my car?

I recently bought an ex-demo Toyota Yaris Cross from my local Toyota dealer. When I checked the tyre pressures they were 32PSI all round. The manual says the rears should be 29PSI. I asked the dealer and...

Do police forces use information provided by car trackers?

Are trackers worth the money? Do police follow up tracker information?

What do the different letters after Euro 6 mean?

I have looked at two identical cars of a similar age but when you go on the DVLA vehicle check site they have different emissions. One is registered May 2019 has CO2 113g/km and euro status EURO 6 W. The...

Is mixing tyre brands safe?

I have just got a BMW X1 M Sport which has mixed tyres. It has 3 Pirelli 225/50R18 99W and the nearside front is a LingLong 225/50R18 95V. Is it safe to leave it like this?

Can I bring my car that now has French plates back to the UK?

I brought my UK car over to France five years ago and now want to bring it back to UK to sell as I’m moving to Australia. I can’t find accurate information online for my situation. Can you please tell...

Are car drag coefficients a con?

Not so long ago manufacturers use to quote drag coefficients to demonstrate how aerodynamic their cars were. A good example was the Citroen XM, the front end came down below my knees. Now the majority...

Can I turn off lane keeping assist permanently?

I have recently bought a Toyota Yaris Hybrid which has a white line follower facility. On our narrow lanes locally we are constantly crossing the centre line and the white line follower is most disconcerting...

Are electric cars a potential fire hazard?

When driven on to a petroleum forecourt close to the pumps, do EVs potentially represent a possible fire hazard? .

How do I unclog my windscreen washers?

I have a 2009 Kia Soul and the windscreen washers are very weak. The pump is working and the rear washer is fine, will adding a limescale to the water bottle help to free up the water flow?

What plug in hybrid or electric would you recommend?

I do 30 miles a day to work and back but very little long distance mileage. I have a dog so need reasonable boot space for weekend trips to beach. My current car is a Mercedes C220d. What plug in hybrid...

Are service records now all digital?

My son purchased an 18 plate VW last month. It didn’t come with a service handbook as I expected. It’s all digital I was told, no dealer stamping any longer. Ok if you continue to have it serviced with...

Can I renew a driving licence without a passport?

Our passport has expired and we are not renewing it. Can we still apply to renew our driving licence online?

Where can I buy a car with ramp access?

I am 73 next birthday, my wife is 80. I use a wheelchair for access to days out and shopping. The problem is my wife does not drive and therefore need a ramped vehicle to store the wheelchair while I drive...

How do I change the classification of my converted van to a campervan?

I have recently had my Renault Trafic van converted into a campervan by a company specialising in such conversions. My questions relate to maximum speeds, what needs to be done notifying the DVLA and does...

Why is my electric car not showing the range claimed in the handbook?

As recommended, I charge my electric car to 80% of capacity to save the battery. The chart on the car's panel shows a maximum charge to give a distance of 177 miles, so I charge to about 140 miles. However...

Is the Renault Master a reliable choice as a camper van?

I am considering buying a 2010 Renault Master automatic which done 60,000 and has service record. Does this model with a 2.4 litre engine and automatic gearbox have any reliability problems and are parts...

I've only covered 1400 miles since my last service, do I still need to have it carried out?

My 2020 MG ZS has only done 1400 miles since its last service in April 2023. Is it necessary to have it serviced so soon to maintain the 7 year warranty?

When should I change the antifreeze in my car?

I have a March 2018 BMW 530i. Can you please advise on the recommended time interval before changing the antifreeze? I thought it was every six years but the guy who services my car said he thinks it was...

What is my car worth and where can I sell it safely?

I have an MG ZS Exclusive automatic 2020 silver grey with 11000 miles. Alas, I am giving up driving and wish to sell. What would be the best method, in view of being prepared to accept a slightly lower...

My Toyota Yaris hybrid battery goes flat, does this affect other hybrids?

The battery on our Yaris hybrid tends to go to near flat if left for more than two - three days. I understand that this a common hybrid problem due to very small battery. Are there any self charging...

Is there a way of finding out if a used car been used for private hire?

Is there a way of knowing if a car has been used for private hire (taxi) as now it seems that any car can be a private hire (taxi) and once plates have been removed there is no way of knowing if it has...

What tyres give the best ride?

What are the best tyres for a comfortable ride on a Volvo XC40 hybrid?

What's the best medium-sized automatic car?

I am looking to buy a medium sized automatic 2015-2017 for under £10,000. I want low mileage and five doors. I currently have a 2013 Peugeot 207SW diesel which is quite an unrefined vehicle but has served...