Questions from June 2010
I currently own a 2004-plate Audi TT Coupe (not a Roadster) with 50,000 miles on the clock. It's in limited edition blue and I've owned it for a year. It's a lovely car but I'm considering selling it for...
Should I steer clear of a 2-year-old Mazda 6 that has 47,000 miles on the clock?
Do you know if the the requirements to notify of a speeding offence are the same in Spain as in the UK, namely 14 days? Also, is there anywhere in Spain we can buy a new small car with confidence at a...
My daughter's car has been returned to the dealer five times for various faults since purchase on 2 April. Although the dealer has addressed the faults my daughter has no confidence in the car, which has...
I have had problems with my Skoda Fabia Comfort 1.2 64bhp which is a 2004 Reg. I have an electrical issue and a bodywork issue. It all started in late 2009 when I was driving home on a long journey (two...
My husband drives a Ford Mondeo and I drive a Ford Focus. We are thinking of exchanging the Focus for one of the small low insurance, low road tax, high economy cars. We have looked at the Kia Picanto...
I have just bought a one-year-old Volvo XC70 from a main dealer, as part of the Volvo approved used car scheme. The car has 20,000 miles on the clock, but came with the balance of the manufacturer's guarantee...
I have a 58-reg Hyundai Getz 1.4 which has a very harsh ride. My wife has a Getz 1.1 and the ride is acceptable. I have spoken to the Hyundai selling agent who say there should be no difference, although...
My daughter recently bought a car from a dealer. At the same time she paid for RAC breakdown cover. About six weeks later the car lights were left on and the battery flattened. My daughter called the RAC...
I want to apply for my HGV licence and have used this link to gather some information about what I can and can't do. I'm nearly 19 and got my licence before 10 Sept 2009. Do I have to get a Class C licence...
I currently own a 3-year-old 1.3 SR Yaris (with which I have been entirely satisfied) and I'm thinking of changing it for a new model Auris TR 1.6 which affords slightly more room and comfort. I have been...
Does anyone know what other engine fits the estate 2002 Daewoo Nubria?
I am fairly sure you listed a number of makes/models with DSG transmission options in a relatively recent reply in the Daily Telegraph. I failed to make a note of these and now, of course, I'm thinking...
Could you kindly explain why the intrusive higher noise level of many motorcycles seems to be tolerated by the authorities? The bikes are usually high performance and they are much noisier than high performance...
Hello, I asked you for a valuation for my automatic Saab 95 Aero estate 5-door, but omitted to say that it was new in early 2004. It has 72,752 miles on the clock and is in very good condition. It has...
I have a Honda CR-V SE 2.2 2005 and I want to change my cloth seats for leather ones - would there be any problems like heated seats, airbags or electrics?
My mother is in need of an automatic supermini. Are there any you would recommend? Her budget is up to £6000, year 2003-2006 approx. It must have air conditioning and five doors.
I have a Volkswagen Touran SE TDI 1896cc (105) 2005. I have recently added a tow bar and often tow a caravan. I have found that although the caravan is towable, the engine needs a little help occasionally....
My 2001 BMW 530d Sport is suffering from a rough idle/spluttering problem. My car has been in and out of a diesel specialist for the past 18 months and I am at my wit's end. The following has been changed:...
Looked after me since I was a '99 until now (with my last vehicle rolling all over the place to the tune of around 230,000 miles).
My Ford Galaxy petrol car starts alright, but after stopping I have to wait about five minutes before it will start again. Could you please tell me the cause of this?
I have a W-reg soft back Land Rover Freelander that has been a neglected for a little while due to lack of funds, but has recently spent time at a local garage to replace the clutch. The garage was a friend's...
I noticed the Toxic Fume Filter System Warning light appear on my Renault Megane 1.6 Dynamique's dashboard yesterday, after driving 30 miles on country roads and a motorway. I have been informed by a Renault...
I own a 2002 Avensis Verso. Recently my car appears to have developed the following problem: http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/toyota/avensis-verso-2001/?section=bad
Should Toyota cover any of the...
I have had a Toyota Corolla Verso for seven years. It has been brilliant but the warranty can no longer be renewed and I'd like to buy a replacement. For value, I’d buy nearly new, say 18 months to two...
We had our 2003 petrol Peugeot 206 1.1-litre serviced at 58,633 miles and the garage (who are normally very helpful) advised that the timing belt should be changed at 80,000 miles or 10 years. Surprise,...
I ordered a Hyundai Sante Fe on 19/02/2010 and was given a delivery date of 8 to 12 weeks. The dealer says it is a manufacturing issue and they can't give me a precise delivery date as Hyundai won't give...
I have a Mercedes-Benz SLK which I have serviced at an excellent local garage. I am told that I need to have the camber alignment checked, as the front tyres are worn on the inside. Could you recommend...
My daughter has been insured for one of our cars since she started driving. She's now 19 and has held her licence for two years without a claim or any offences, and is at University so only drives when...
I believe I need to get my 1.9L diesel Vauxhall Vectra serviced, as it has now done 70,000 miles. Do you know what this service should cover and whether £300 is a fair price to be paying at the garage...
I have a Volkswagen Touran which is now six years old. We have owned it from new and it has only done approx 30,000 miles. About six months ago, the handle that you pull the boot open from the outside...
I have heard that at the end of this year we will have problems with satellite navigation systems not being updated by the USA - is this true?
I bought a 2006/ 06 plate Chevrolet Lacetti 1600 4 door saloon from a reputable dealer local to myself. It had a genuine mileage of 14,000. Seven days and 250 miles after buying it, a malfunction lamp...
Does anyone know if there is an issue with uneven rear tyre wear on the Eos range? The inside 25 per cent of each rear tyre is effectively bald, yet the rest of each tyre has at least another 5000 miles...
I am about to be made redundant and will then be setting up my own business. I have the option of buying my current company car for £8000 (an 07-plate Ford S-Max Titanium which has done 140,000 miles,...
I am about to buy my daughter her first car. I'm not spending too much (about £1200-£1500) first time around, and the car may be up to 10 years old, but I will be buying from a trader. I have read that...
The footwell of my car, on the driver's side, appears to be letting in water. I thought it may be a blocked drain but I cannot find any evidence of this. I cannot find a drain hole. This has happened twice,...
Earlier today I clipped a parked vehicle. Initially I though I had just knocked my mirror but later realised I had scratched the body of my car I am now worried I may have damaged the other car. I did...
I have a Vauxhall Zafira on a 55 plate and I can only open the drivers door with the key, while the rear hatch won't even lock. I checked all the fuses and one had blown, so I changed it, but it still...
In view of the expected increase in the cost of motoring, I wish to replace my Volkswagen van and Golf Plus with one vehicle. I do carry a lawnmower and have to carry bulky items sometimes. To mind comes...
My Honda Civic was recently written off and so I'm looking for a new car. I have two kids and we are looking to get something a bit bigger as a replacement. I'd really like to stay with the Honda brand...
I enjoy your reviews excellent. Renault have brought out a new 1.5 diesel EDC auto gearbox going into the Scenic and Megane. I would be interested in your thoughts, have you seen it? As I'm getting older...
I have and enjoy a 2000 Laguna Alize 1.6 16 valve. It's reliable and runs well, but is showing first signs of age. I am looking at a 2005 Laguna Extreme 2.0 16 valve as a replacement, but Which? refers...
My stepdaughter's 2007 Mazda 5 has had a squealing noise which comes of its own accord, but when you touch the brake pedal the noise goes away. This was reported to the main dealer several times. Last...
I have a Ford Fusion 2004 model with the 1400cc Duratec Engine - does this have a timing belt or a chain? I can't seem to find an answer on the internet. Its done 62,000 miles. Also my wife has a Suzuki...
I was stopped by Essex police yesterday advised that my MOT certificate had expired on a week earlier, and I was issued with a fixed penalty notice for £60.00. I explained that I had been out of the country...
I have a really serious problem with my 1997 Ford Ka. I start the engine - no problem; it starts promptly and idles itself immediately. And it runs that way fine until I touch the accelerator. When I do...
Sometime this week I will collecting (by trailer) an MGB GT. The car has been subjected to a near total renovation including a new engine, however this was five years ago and it hasn't been started since....
Please could you advise me as to whether my 1999 Toyota Yaris is OBD11-compliant?
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