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• Getting Bigger, watch out - London Ultra low emission zone 10 Jun 2018 (Forum)
  To go with separate post.. check your euro level   http://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/cars/article-5820565/Vehicle-pollution-charges-cover-inner-London.html
• Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) - 03 1.4 Difficult reverse gear 1 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  Engaging reverse gear is frequently difficult. Forward gears work OK. The car covered 20,000 miles only. Any advise on rectifing the problem will be appreciated.
• Insurance 13 Feb 2008 (Forum)
  I have fully comprehensive policy and ding my car a year ago. I did not get the work done immediately. Will the insurance company still cover the cost of sorting out the problem? This year I have no claims protection will this be effected. I am with esure thank you
• touran 2.0tdi timing belt noise 11 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  I have a 2004 touran 2.0tdi - tonight there was a intermittent rattle from the timing belt area (under the cover) - the car has done 36000 miles the rattle / ticking gets worse when the lights are on thanks Dt
• Punto with CVT 27 May 2002 (Forum)
  To quote HJ (Daily Telegraph, May 25th.) "The automatic is a CVT, but readers have had problems with this..." My own has covered 16,000 miles without problems. What is the experience of others? If there is likely to be trouble with the box, at what mileage should I get rid of the car?
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  Is the Toyota Yaris Cross a good buy? 30 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am currently considering buying a Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid, new or near-new. Are you aware of any significant reliability issues that might influence...
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  Is a petrol or diesel car better value? 2 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  What’s better, the petrol or diesel Peugeot 308?
• NCAP, safety, smart motorways and safest fuel? 11 Jul 2021 (Forum)
  Why doesn't the NCAP test cover them?  I've seen a car go up in flames instantly when such an accident happened at 40mph when the petrol tank was ruptured.  Fortunately the driver got out safely.  I don't think an electric car would be any better either, if the fragile lithium battery in a mobile phone can ignite when bent under an airline seat.
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  Why does my car continue to run even when the key is removed from the ignition? 10 Dec 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford Escort 1.8 TD but the ignition lights are on even when the key is not inserted. It goes out if the brake pedal is depressed. The engine continues...
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  Which insurers would you recommend for older drivers? 19 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  What are the best insurers for drivers over 80 years old?
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  Door mirror scratch - how can I fix it? 30 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have badly scratched my plastic door mirror for which Citroen require an arm and a leg to replace. Is there a way of repairing this please?
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  Should I have my Lexus re-chipped? 21 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Lexus LS diesel has covered 83,000 miles and is trouble free, but my only concern is lack of power and poor economy (30-35 mpg). I'm considering having...
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  My Jaguar S Type has covered 50,000 miles - should I change the cam belt? 3 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a 2006 S-Type Jaguar 2.7 diesel. The car has done about 50-000 miles, should I fit a new cam belt?
• car insurance renewal-good news 2 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  Just got a very pleasant surprise. My renewal documents arrived and prior to opening them I anticipated a few hours on the internet finding a new insurance...
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  Cleaning off tar? 26 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's Peugeot 107 is covered externally with tiny black spots, which I believe are the result of road resurfacing nearby. It is too late to pursue...
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  Has insurance company 24cover gone out of business? 9 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Some time ago you recommended 24cover.co.uk for legal cover for car insurance. However, their website seems to have 'stalled' and no one answers the telephone....
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  Replace a Skoda Octavia estate - or extend warranty? 6 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We are considering replacing an 8-year-old Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI estate but will also consider taking out an extended warranty to cover future repairs....
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  My Peugeot 3008's number plate light lenses have fallen off. 14 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  A minor problem to report. Both 'lenses' covering the number plate lights have fallen off and been lost. Otherwise it's a fabulous car in every respect....
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  How can I protect my Mercedes-Benz C-Class' paint from bird droppings? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 18-month-old Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate and have to park under trees. There is a constant problem with bird droppings (pigeons)...
• Insurance - Business cover. 22 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  Hello All, I've just renewed our insurance and came across something that is a bit of a suprise to me. The Wife uses the car to drive to and from one...