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  Replacing an aerial on a Ford B-MAX 5 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The new car I am considering is a Ford B-Max. This is much the same footprint as my current Fiesta, and should still fit inside my garage length and width-wise...
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  Buying used car 29 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Could you give me your advice about cars like Skoda Superb 2008, BMW 3 Series E90, Mercedes C-Class W204, Kia Optima, Hyundai i40 estate or any other good...
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  I paid a deposit for a car that isn't available - can I get it back? 18 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I recently spotted a nearly new approved used car at a local dealer on the BMW UK website which was exactly what I was after. It was advertised as available,...
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  Door lock isn't locking... 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2007 BMW 3 Series. I have a problem with the driver's door. When the weather is cold, the door will open with the key fob but will not latch closed....
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  Too many short trips 29 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have been told by my local BMW dealer that my driving profile, as it appears on the car’s computer, is 'undesirable', due to too many short trips (like...
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  Freelander gearbox failure - is this a known fault? 27 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I was recently stranded after a sudden, catastrophic failure of the gearbox on my diesel automatic Freelander. It is five years old, has done a mere 56,856...
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  What seven-seater? 26 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a 2004 BMW 525D - I love driving bimmers but they dont do 7 seaters. I now need a 7 seater. I drive 60 miles a day mostly motorway...
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  Which MPV offers good access for a driver with limited mobility? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Because of a back and hip complaint I am looking for a car with a higher seating level, e.g. a crossover or 4x4. The BMW X1 series appeals to me but I...
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  Replacing tyres like for like? 18 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My garage have warned me that the tyres on my 2010 plate VW Sharan SE (New style) are approaching the minimum tread depth. The tyres currently fitted are...
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  A good car for a new family 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I have recently had our first child, and as such now have significantly more stuff to lug around. We also need better access to the back of...
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  How can I upgrade my TomTom Navigator to accept seven digit postcodes? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I use TomTom Navigator 7 on a Windows smartphone which came with four digit postcodes only, so I decided to see if any upgrade was available. There was...
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  Clearing a 520d particulate filter 24 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  After each of two years my BMW 520d has shown excess oil in the sump. Is this because attempts to clear the particulate filter have dumped fuel into the...
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  Insurance prices too hight 18 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2004 118d BMW. Lovely car. I am 29, have been driving for 12 years with 9 years no claims. I have 3 points on my license for going thriugh...
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  Driving characteristics change after turbo change 14 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  The turbo failed on my September 2004 BMW 530D auto at 112,000 miles and was replaced and since the new turbo was fitted, the driving characteristic feels...
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  A compromise 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am retired. I have a Mk 1 Freelander 2004 td4 (automatic) for general running about and towing an 18 foot caravan (Bailey Senator) 2 or 3 times a year. Wife...
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  Winter tyres - what to do? 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 56 model BMW 520 d SE Auto which I plan to keep for two winters. They are now on 225/50 run flats on 17 inch alloys. 1. Do I just fit...
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  Replacement for a 530d 29 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 2004 530DSE which is high spec and has done 120k. I am soon to retire and will no longer need to cover the distance I previously travelled. I...
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  Do you find bright daytime running lights to be a distraction? 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am concerned that BMW, Audi, Mercedes and Ford appear to compete with each other to see who has the biggest and brightest daylight running lights. I...
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  Warranty on MINI 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Just prior to the expiry of warranty on my MINI Cooper Convertible, the air conditioning failed. The car was due a service and pre MOT check therefore...
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  Where can I have the 'Anti-skid service required' fault repaired on my Volvo V50? 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2005 Volvo V50 2.4i with 49,000 miles on the clock. The computer now shows me 'Anti-skid Service - Required'. Reading the blog on the Volvo Forum,...