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• Skoda Yeti - EA189 Emissions Update - my experience 2 Apr 2018 (Forum)
  I matched the fuel economy over the preceding months (Dec, Jan, Feb and March) with those from 2015, 2016 and 2017.  I also became aware the car was actively regenerating the DPF on a much more regular basis. I downloaded the full version of the VAG DPF app (Android) and it became apparent the DPF was becoming 100% full after around 80-90 miles. It was regenerating as normal and the resultant ash load was still low.
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  Oil over fill or other ? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Hi I have a Ford Fiesta - 1.4 Tdci [70] Zetec 5dr Hatchback 2010. The car is a lease car through work and has 27655miles, the 1st svc was at 14113miles...
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  What's the best used MPV to buy for less than £7k? 13 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to purchase an MPV for up to £7000. I currently own Citroen Xsara Picasso on a 54-plate, but the air conditioning no longer works and the heater...
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  I need a petrol van-based people carrier - what should I look at? 13 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a large family and currently have a Volkswagen Caravelle TDI which is causing us misery as I only do short journeys and the DPF is a nightmare....
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  What car should I buy for my 30,000 mile a year commute? 27 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I recently changed jobs and will now be required to commute 30,000 miles per year, compared to previously 7000 miles. I have a 2015 Ford Focus which I...
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  Which used Kia Rio should I buy? 6 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm trying to help my brother-in-law buy his first car. He's in his early thirties, has little interest in cars and just wants reliable transport with...
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  Buying an economic car for a small business - what would you recommend? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I need help to choose the right car. This will be my first car in the UK. I've started a small business recently and we're looking for an economic and...
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  Volkswagen diesel engine problems following emissions scandal fix 3 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We had owned two Volkswagen Tiguans and two Passats with the 2.0 TDI. The youngest 2012 Tiguan has just has the emissions fix done and it seems down on...
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  Volkswagen emissions scandal - has it been over dramatised? 12 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  You seem to think that the emissions scandal is all a bit of a storm in a tea-cup. Why is this? I have an A4 Allroad on a PCP deal and I was wondering...
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  Problems with a Vauxhall Zafira 30 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I bought this Zafira in November 2013 from a Vauxhall dealer. I had a long chat with them about what I needed the car for and the type of driving I would...
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  Could you recommend a van-like car for short trips and with lots of load space? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We recently had to scrap our second car, a 1996 Golf GTI that had fully foldable back seats, making it ideal for its later life of short journeys to and...
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  What has caused a major engine failure in my Fiat 500 Multijet diesel? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  In 2008 I went to a Fiat dealership and, with the help of the car salesman, configured a 500 Multijet diesel to my 'needs' and to a very high spec. Having...
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  Should I allow my BMW 120d's turbo to cool after driving? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I was interested in your comments about letting a very hot turbo idle for 30 seconds before switching off. Am I correct in interpreting this as applying...
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  I'd like to recommend the Skoda Yeti to anyone looking for a small SUV. 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  With reference to your answer to PS regarding options for small SUVs: I was in the same predicament, needing higher seating for ease of access, particularly...
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  Used car for long commute 31 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a used car for a weekly commute (180 miles each way at the beginning and end of the week). From what I have previously read a diesel...
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  Yeti with DSG 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I watched your road test video of the Skoda Yeti and am encouraged to go for a road test. My wife and I are planning on retiring next year and we need...
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  Sea change 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We are a family with 2 children (aged 5 and 7), and are about to change our Laguna W reg 2.0 auto hatchback. We found the Laguna was spacious, comfortable...
• New car suggestions 27 Feb 2025 (Forum)
  I feel like pulling my hair out. I can't buy a diesel as I do very short journeys, and I've heard that would affect the dpf. I've looked at some Lexus and Toyotas, but unfortunately ones in my budget have mostly been used as taxis and have fake mileage. I've also been interested in Seat Ibiza/Leon, but apparently they have reliability/maintenance issues.
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  Is there an in-car communication system I can use to speak to my passenger? 23 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am hearing impaired and wondered if there was an in car communication system between driver and front seat passenger? When I'm driving I can't hear what...
• Live within your means 19 Oct 2023 (Forum)
  If you've a £20k budget then the world is your oyster but if you're spending £4K or less then forget turbocharged hot hatches, luxury executives and DPF equipped diesels of any kind. Set your sights on what your budget can reliably provide and buy a simple normally asperated petrol engined mass produced car that you'll realistically be able to afford to run.