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Should I buy a Ford Focus with a history of problems? 23 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm interested in a 2012 Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost that's covered 52,000 miles but has had a replacement turbo and dual mass flywheel. Should I be wary? -
Replacement for Toyota Yaris automatic 11 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Toyota Yaris Automatic (1999 model) 10 years ago. Since then the car has covered 120,000 miles, with no problems. I would like to change the... -
Sporty petrol estate? 11 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I own a lovely Toyota GT86 that is great fun to dive but I have had to buy another car for the dog! Any suggestions as to what I can trade the GT86 for?... -
Honda Jazz damaged by faulty handbrake – who should pa for the repairs? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Honda Jazz has covered less than 7000 miles and has suffering from handbrake problems. Last week the car ran down our driveway and hit the garage, damaging... -
Is my Vauxhall Zafira going to be reliable? 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have heard that the Zafira's 1.9-litre diesel engine can be a disaster zone. I am now worried as I bought a 20-month-old 1.9CDTI automatic one year ago... -
Will Volkswagen replace the ABS/ESP unit in my Golf? 14 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
Is it possible to get Volkswagen to pay for the replacement of the ABS/ESP unit in my Golf, even though the repair has been undertaken by a garage other... -
Which medium-sized car should we trade in our S-Class Mercedes and Volkswagen Polo for? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
My motoring habits now consist of a few day trips and a six-week drive in the summer to Italy. When we go to Italy we take the long way round and cover... -
My Ford Focus ST has been revealed as stolen/recovered - what can I do? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought an '05 Ford Focus ST-2 in May this year from a Ford dealer for £9000 with only 36,000 miles on the clock. It came HPI clear, with a full service... -
Can I insure my 2003 BMW X5 as a classic? 15 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I live in Enfield where i have to pay ULEZ. Vehicle is currently off road declared SORN, however I want to get the vehicle back on road in a month or two.... -
Why does my Nissan Note blow dead insects in my face? 18 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I finally parted with my beloved but batty Rover 75 in favour of Nissan Note. It's within my budget, big enough to house a wheelchair for my mum, and (I... -
My 8-year-old Kia has a long list of issues despite being lightly used. Do you agree this is unacceptable? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I own an 8-year-old Kia Sportage that I bought from my local Kia dealer 7.5 years ago with 2500 miles on the clock. Since then, the car has been serviced... -
S tronic hesitation 18 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have an Audi Q5 2.0T (automatic). The car has an issue where when it slows down to a stop, the car starts to judder, sometimes quite violently and on... -
Which car for London driving? 15 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to change cars and hope you can help. Specifically, the car needs to be an automatic with a large boot but not an estate. A large saloon or... -
Why is it okay to use a built-in touchscreen but not a mobile phone while driving a car? 10 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
Why is it okay to use a built-in touchscreen with multiple menus while driving a car? Mobile phones are banned with serious punishment for using them but... -
Are some cars more prone to catalytic converter theft? 27 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
We had the catalytic converter stolen from our 2007 Honda Jazz on our doorstep last night at 6:45pm, whilst we were home. They drove off as soon as we... -
Faulty BMW Z4 - is the seller trying to fob me off? 30 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a second hand 2008 BMW Z4 2.0 Sport with 35,000 miles on the clock and a full BMW service history from an independent dealer.... -
Vauxahll Corsa engine failure - who's to blame? 9 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
A family member bought a Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 petrol Ecotec last year (2012 - 62 plate). Despite my reminders, she has failed to service the vehicle (now... -
I need an all-wheel drive car for work as a GP 27 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am a GP and I work in the Chiltern area, around Goring and Woodco. We get snow that affects everyone getting around about 3 days a year however when... -
Which petrol automatic SUV should we buy for motorway and local use? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
Over the past four years our situation has changed. I no longer drive due to eye problems and my wife now does all the driving. She is in her mid 70’s.... -
Need a used motorway muncher - what do you suggest? 7 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2006 Jaguar XJ diesel is starting to give me problems. The car has covered 109,000 miles and rather than paying for repairs I would rather change the...

