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What has caused this engine fault on my 2006 Golf GT? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Golf GT 1.4TSI 170 new in July 2006. Last July an engine warning light appeared. It was diagnosed as a faulty timing chain, which was replaced.... -
We need a new car with easy access and good reliability with low mileages - what do you suggest? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are a couple in our early 70s and we have enjoyed a Mercedes C180 for some years, but it gives signs of rising repair costs and we give signs of decreasing... -
Which luxury SUV offers good comfort and a quiet ride? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a four-year-old facelift Jaguar XJ 2.7 V6 diesel Sovereign, which I have owned from new and now has 98,000 miles under its belt. It has been a wonderful... -
Can I recommend Roadhawk in-car video cameras? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Regarding the letter from NB asking about forward-facing in-car video cameras, may I suggest you look at the Road Hawk camera system? It is a compact unit... -
We are looking for a reliable 5-door car with good build quality - should we buy petrol or diesel? 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
We have recently retired and are planning to spend around £20,000 on a new or nearly new car. Being conscious of escalating fuel costs we were planning... -
Can you recommend a family MPV with a large boot for short drives? 12 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently driving a Ford Focus (old style) 1.6 from 2005 but would like to change to a newer car with more boot space as I'm expecting our first child.... -
I hit another car whilst reversing - whose fault is it? 3 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was reversing back into a parking space parallel to the kerb. I was facing the direction of the traffic coming towards me, so I reversed a metre or so... -
What's wrong with our SEAT Alhambra's gearbox? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have an '02 plate SEAT Alhambra 1.9TDI. In the last month or so, my wife has lost power twice when driving it. She switched the engine off, and everything... -
Diesel Particulate Filters - Confused 3 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a Toyota Auris T180 with the 2.2 D-Cat diesel. It is a great engine but the cabin is disappointing and, having recently become a grandfather,... -
How do play my own music in BMW iDrive? 12 Jan 2026 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a new BMW X1. Before ordering I asked for confirmation that the model I was buying had a USB plug in for playing my own music from a... -
How can I keep an old cheap car going? 11 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
My runabout is a 26 year-old Corsa, approaching a genuine 60K. I bought it for £240 8 years ago from an old chap who had started to bump into other cars... -
Is a high mileage or low mileage car best? 16 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
I tend to swap my cars every 12 months, over the last 5 years i have cars that are about 3 yrs old and with low mileage, each car has had the engine management... -
My space saver spare wheel is only 16 inches but my wheels are 18 inches - is it safe to use on the driven wheels? 26 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mini Clubman which has 18 inch alloys with low profile tyres. I have purchased a 16 inch space saver which I have been assured is suitable for... -
What's the difference between a new and a pre-registered car? 20 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
What's the difference between a new and a pre-registered car? -
My son needs a car that can take three child seats, what are his options? 21 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
My son has already has a daughter and is now expecting twins. What cars can fit three child seats side by side, and do these have to be Isofix fittings? -
Best replacement for Suzuki Wagon R+? 22 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
My wife has had Wagon Rs for the past 18 years, and we are looking to replace the current one, Our budget is up to £7000 and we are looking for a five... -
My car has been stuck abroad for over a year. What should I check when I get back to it? 2 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've had a Volkswagen Passat Estate parked in an underground car park in Spain. The battery is disconnected. We have not been to Spain since November 2019... -
The belt on my newly-bought car broke. Can I refuse to accept the car back if it's replaced? 29 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2015 Volkswagen Passat with 55k miles in November 2020 from a main dealer (Ford). As the car was just 5 years old at the time and the timing... -
I can't trickle charge my car. Can I piggy-back power from a fully charged, matching battery? 3 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm not always wanting to drive my 2003 Volkswagen Golf 30-odd miles once every two weeks during this time of year to keep my battery charged due to low... -
What is better for a flat battery, a booster or charger? 1 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
What is better, battery booster or charger for a flat battery? Can you explain the difference, please?
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