Showing results in  Ask HJ [Show all channels]

Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first

  • Money honey 29 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I am told that a rattle in my 1997 Passat 1.9TDI automatic estate is likely to be a cracked torque converter drive plate and the repair will cost £350....
  • The big Frees 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I have been snowed in with sick animals in France for nearly two weeks and of course my Suzuki Splash wasn't up to it. So I have been chasing Jimnys to...
  • All drivers are different 15 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Learners: everyone has to start sometime. BMW drivers: at least they are keen to get on with their journeys. Similarly, boy racers. The worst drivers by...
  • Farmer’s grand-daughter 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
    If you had a 17 year old grand-daughter who lived out in the country (in Northumberland actually) and who had just passed her test and was hell-bent on...
  • The ‘I’s have it 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
    There have been several letters in your column complaining about the Honda Jazz i-shift. I have owned two Jazz autos in the past and it was with some trepidation...
  • Under-covered operation 19 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
    Twelve days after I had renewed my insurance in good time I was stopped by the police at eleven o'clock at night. After professing themselves satisfied...
  • Only 2 can play 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have owned a 1997 Nissan Micra 1.0 5-door for nine years and 92,000 miles. As a part-exchange it is worth pennies. I am wanting to use the scrappage...
  • Eastern premise 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I will shortly be returning to the UK and I am thinking of treating myself to a car. I enjoy driving and currently have a Triumph TR4A and a Honda Prelude...
  • China right 9 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have lived in Hong Kong for the last 18 years and, of course, hold an HK driving licence. I still have a UK driving licence of the green paper variety,...
  • Fear to tread 28 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
    A nearby town has a bus lane that operates on weekdays between the hours of 7am and 7pm. I often drive through after 7pm and on Sundays. During these off-peak...
  • Raiser edge 28 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I have been offered £14k for my 2005 BMW 525dM Sport Touring auto, mileage 40k, with leather, media pack, etc. against a 2008 Lexus RX400h with 26k miles...
  • How much does it cost to replace an EV motor? 14 Nov 2025 (Ask HJ)
    What is the average cost of a new electric drive motor for a two wheel drive mid-size SUV?
  • What number plates are legal in Europe? 30 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
    If I'm driving abroad, what number plate from the UK is legal to have across Europe? Do I need a UK sticker too?
  • What temperature should my MINI run at? 21 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
    Is 106 degrees celsius too hot for the engine of my 2007 MINI? The warning light has not come on but the bonnet gets very hot.
  • What is the best way to insure a driver for temporary use? 1 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
    My daughter is visiting us for a week at Christmas, what is the best way to insure her to drive my car? I do not mind if it is third party insurance.
  • My son is a U.S citizen - can he renew his driving licence using my home address? 6 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
    My son is a U.S resident returning only for holidays and family occasions. Can he renew his shortly expiring UK driving licence using my home address?...
  • How do I get cheaper insurance without any No Claims Discount? 7 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
    I'm about to purchase a car for £2500. The comprehensive insurance is quoted at £1200 per year because I don't have and No Claims Discount. Is there any...
  • When do I have to advise my insurer of the penalty points I received for speeding? 18 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
    When do I have to advise my insurer of my recent fixed penalty conviction of 30mph+ in a 30mph zone (£100 and three points). Immediately, or only at the...
  • What does the glow plug light on my Volkswagen Passat indicate? 10 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a used Volkswagen Passat Estate in Oct 2016 (124,000 miles on the clock) with a 12 month warranty. On the first motorway drive the glow plug warning...
  • What is the difference between Audi quattro and BMW xDrive? 13 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
    What is the difference between Audi quattro and BMW xDrive? Which performs better in bad weather situations and which has a more dynamic drive?
 

Value my car

Save £75 on Warranty using code HJ75

with MotorEasy

Get a warranty quote

Save 10% on GAP Insurance

Use HJ10 to save on an ALA policy

See offer