Ask Honest John

Most recently answered good garage guide questions
My car maker advises fully synthetic 5W/30 engine oil. Are all oil brands of 5W/30 equal?
I have just found oil in my radiator and expansion tank. Any thoughts/suggestions as to what this could be?
Is the Sealey Trolley Jack 3010CX man enough to lift a Nissan X-Trail and would I have to buy an extra pair of axle stands? I am thinking of buying all these items for my 16-year-old grandson who is doing...
I am a new owner of a 2015 Mercedes-Benz E220 Estate which is coming up for a B5 service. The cost of this service at a Mercedes dealership is a checking fee of £850, hourly rate of £200 and parts on top,...
My son has a Mitsubishi Lancer which appears to run very well. However above 65mph the brakes seem to be very resistant when being pressed and need extra foot pressure, this can sometimes result in a sudden...
I have black liquid pouring out of the water coolant tank on my 2012 Ford Fiesta. What's wrong?
My 2011 Fiesta has a leaking water pump. Is replacing it a big job to do myself?
My car failed its MoT due to a power steering pipe/hose leaking. I have been told that this is a very expensive repair due to inaccessibility. It is a low mileage 2001 Ford Ka and I am reluctant to part...
The display in my car tells me a statutory vehicle inspection is due. Is this applicable in the UK? What does this involve if required?
Can a clutch and fly wheel burn out at 1700 miles and then again at 5000 miles after a new one is fitted?
 

Value my car

Save £75 on Warranty using code HJ75

with MotorEasy

Get a warranty quote

Save 12% on GAP Insurance

Use HJ21 to save on an ALA policy

See offer