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Buying used car with cracked tyres 24 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm in the process of buying a six year old MINI Cooper. The car has its original tyres, which are badly cracked on the sidewalls, although there is plenty... -
Is 'Gap' insurance for a new car worth the cost? 21 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am in the process of buying a new MINI Cooper Countryman and am being offered 'MINI Shortfall' gap insurance to cover the difference between purchase... -
Buying a second hand Saab 9-3 - is it a good bet? 6 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My son is struggling to keep up with the running costs of his 2005 Mini Cooper S. He is now considering a 2005 SAAB 9-3 Vector 1.9 TDI Sport. It has covered... -
What do you think of the Mini Countryman? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a Mini Countryman SD ALL4, I'm downsizing from a Range Rover Sport. Do you know of or had you heard of any problems with this vehicle?... -
How often should I replace the fuel filter on my car? 21 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
How often does the fuel filter on my MINI Countryman 1.6d 2013 need changing? -
Why is the dealer trying to charge me £1800 just to identify a fault? 3 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
My MINI One had mechanical failure in March, just before lockdown. It was towed to the dealer that I bought it from, who quoted £1800 just to open the... -
MY five year old MINI Cooper just failed the MoT, needing a total rear brake replacement - is this a common fault? 23 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
My MINI Cooper kist failed its MoT because it needs a total rear brake replacement. I was told it had warped rear callipers, worn rear disks, pads and... -
MINI Countryman clutch failure 31 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
My wife's MINI Countryman All4 has suffered a premature clutch failure after only 37,000 miles. As the clutch is not covered by the warranty (wear and... -
Uneven Rear Brake Wear on a MINI - what to do? 25 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife's MINI display console indicated worn rear brakes recently. I had a look, as did a neighbour who is a garage mechanic, and the pads looked good... -
Do I need to notify my insurer of a modification if I change my runflat tyres? 31 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I saw you recently advised a driver to inform his insurance about replacing runflats with non runflats as a modification. What's your advice about my MINI... -
What cars have torque converter automatics? 10 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
Which SUVs have a torque converter auto box? -
Mini Clubman or Fiat 500? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am considering changing our second car for a small, cheap-to-run car with low tax. I would buy newish. A Fiat 500 or Mini Clubman both appeal, the Mini... -
I bought a used MINI Cooper with a number of faults - is the dealer responsible for fixing them? 15 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
I bought a second-hand MINI Cooper in December from a Mercedes-Benz dealer. It has a 3-month warranty, which expires at the end of next week. Due to the... -
How can I sell my classic Mini? 18 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1991 Mini Cooper 1275cc with 11635 miles in immaculate condition and full history including the original purchase receipt What can I expect it... -
Should I be in Drive or Neutral at traffic lights? 27 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2018 MINI Countryman auto. I've read that the gearbox allows for stopping at lights while still in Drive. But I've also read that it's best to... -
Do I only need to fill in the MoT exemption form when I tax my classic car? 21 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1971 Mini. I taxed it (free) in February when I bought it. The MoT runs out on 23 May 2018. Do I fill in the V112 MoT exempt declaration form... -
What tyres should I replace my 18-inch run flats for a smoother ride? 11 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I must replace the 18-inch run flats on the Mini Countryman Cooper S with something sensible before the car shakes itself to bits crashing around our roads.... -
Does the Mini have any DPF issues? 22 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife has bought a 2012 Mini Countryman with a diesel engine. She does about 3000 miles a year on local trips; what problems can she anticipate with... -
PSA-BMW diesel unit 5 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I believe there is a new PSA diesel unit, the 112 HDi. I also believe that this engine is built with BMW for the first time, and PSA no longer work with... -
Thanks to BMW for helping out with the steering repairs on my wife's Mini One. 11 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
My wife's MINI One suffered a serious steering problem, estimate for repair £1200. The car was well out of warranty and also out of goodwill warranty....
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