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Mitsubishi Colt gearbox problem - any solution? 3 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Mitsubishi Colt 1.5 diesel semi automatic has a problem. All appears normal when the engine is pulling but when decelerating on the overun, the transmission... -
Buying a high mileage Mondeo - what should I look out for? 13 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in buying a high mileage 2007 petrol Ford Mondeo. It has 90,000 miles on the clock and meets my budget. I suppose these have a DMF are... -
Need to downsize from a 3 Series - what should we get? 13 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
We need to replace our 2005 BMW 320d, which we both enjoy driving, with its rapid acceleration. Ideally, we would like a used car with a little more headroom.... -
Can you recommend a 'smooth' small car? 30 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am 80 years old and own a Volkswagen Up auto, which I want to replace. I really don't like the Up and want a smooth automatic for town driving. Can you... -
Brake discs worn after just 8500 miles 6 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2007 Toyota Auris was requested to go back to the dealer following its first service as they wanted to check the brake disc due to possible corrosion.... -
Nosey Ford Fiesta - what's the cause? 25 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a 2004 Ford Fiesta, but it sounds like it has got noisy tappets that don’t quieten, even when warm. I’ve read you can flush engine then... -
Buying a medium family carto replace my MINI 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a MINI Countryman, and need something larger and comfortable, sporty but smooth. Had a current SEAT Leon DSG diesel, with no DPF before, and want... -
Where can my twins learn to drive cheaply? 2 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am a widow with 17-year-old twins who are keen to learn to drive. I do not want them to drive my 2006 Honda Civic and I do not have the patience or time... -
My mum's insurers have written her car off without her agreeing to do so - what can we do? 28 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
My 73-year-old mother's car was hit by an SUV that went through a red light. The driver admitted fault and said she was not concentrating (messing with... -
A Polo count-down 19 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am a 48-year-old single mother of 4 and have just qualified as a nurse. I have got a job as a community staff nurse, which involves a lot of travelling.... -
Diesenfranchised 21 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am writing to you hoping to get some advice regarding a situation that I am currently in with my Audi A3 2.0TDi DSG Automatic. I am a 47-year-old mother... -
We need two hatchbacks for carrying babies and mountain bikes - what do you suggest? 3 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are expecting our first baby in May and therefore need to replace our cars with something a little more baby friendly. We own a faithful but decrepit... -
I've been stopped for having no insurance whilst test driving a car. Will I lose my licence? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am 18 years and 9 months old. I am the named driver on my uncle's TPFT insurance policy for a 2001 1.4-litre Honda Civic four-door saloon. I was recently... -
Will the DVLA question the low mileage of my car since its last MoT? 6 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
At MoT time my vehicle has done less than 2000 miles since last test. I have been told DVLA will question this as I am over 80 years old. Is this so? -
Does my car need a timing belt change? 6 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
My lady friend has a 2018 Honda Civic. At a recent service she was warned the timing BELT would need changing as it was 6 years old. Looking on line, it... -
Should I buy a high mileage Citroen C3? 5 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
I live in France and I am considering a 2016 Citroen C3 68hp petrol for a young driver. It has a full service history, one owner and recent cam belt change.... -
Can you recommend a used small van with good mpg? 30 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
We need a small van for driving to customers' homes to complete surveys/quotes across the west country, and occasionally moving goods between territories... -
How do I clean the Saharan dust off my new Maserati? 28 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am the proud owner of a sparkly-painted 12 day old Maserati. It has a ceramic coating so how worried do I need to be about the Saharan dust on the paintwork? -
What's the best compact hybrid SUV? 10 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a replacement for my old Land Rover Freelander. Are there any smaller cars with a reasonably high driving position? Ideally a hybrid,... -
Does headlights restoration work? 24 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
Does headlight restoration work and how long does it last for? My car is 15+ years old and I don't want to replace the headlights. What do you advise?
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