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I paid the deposit on a used car - can I change my mind after 14 days? 29 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
On the 16th of March I went to see and test drive a Nissan at the West-Way Garage Stourbridge. My daughter test drove a Nissan Micra Visia. As it did not... -
BMW 5 Series gearbox whine - does the DMF need replacing? 5 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I would like to ask for advice concerning a drivetrain issue I've been having with a BMW F10 520d manual. The car was purchased as an approved used from... -
Vauxhall Meriva rattling noise from engine 9 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Vauxhall Meriva 1.3 diesel. When driving I get a serious rattling sound from the engine. It is a tinney sound like loose tappets or timing... -
Audi A4 S Line repair - Is my garage ripping me off? 25 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
Hello HJ, The chain drive to the oil pump on my Audi A4 S-Line 55 Plate has snapped whilst driving; the oil low pressure light came on flashing and... -
Why are drivers being fined for using motorway service areas in poor weather? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I noticed a letter with regards to the 'fine' applied to parking in a service area on a night when the weather was exceedingly poor. I write to say that... -
My 2003 Honda Jazz has been absolutely reliable. 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
Like TC (29/12/12), I have a Honda Jazz 1.4 SE that I bought in September 2005 when it was 18 months old. At the time, I was 74 and looking for a car that... -
Clutch blag 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I own a Hyundai i30 1.4 ES, purchased new in April 2010. It has needed three replacement internal mirrors (a known vibration fault) and in April this year... -
Changing from a MINI Cooper S 26 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Bought a MINI Cooper S 2007 in Feb 2011. Worst car ever along with awful MINI dealership, never again. Will try and sell privately in Northern Ireland... -
Can you improve your fuel economy by changing your driving style? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I suppose it's fair to say that all the EU fuel efficiency tests are carried out in the way described on the car fuel data glossary at www.directgov.co.uk... -
Which comfortable SUV with lots of boot space could I replace my X-Trail with? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've had a 2.2 litre diesel X-Trail since new in late 2002 when I retired early. It’s a fantastic car and has given me no trouble whatsoever in all that... -
What's a good price for a Golf GTi MkV 2 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
A friend is selling a Golf GTi Mark V. It is a black, three door version on a 2005/55 plate, has covered 39,500 miles, has a full service history and... -
Can I upgrade my BMW E93's iPod interface to select contacts more easily? 22 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Can I upgrade my BMW E93's OEM iPod interface so that it operates like my OEM Bluetooth interface? The Bluetooth directory allows me to select from my... -
A Gripper, The Hunt 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
December and January’s weather will obviously lead many to consider purchasing a 4x4 vehicle as a possible solution to being able to get around in the... -
Gran sport 20 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to replace my beloved Fiesta 1.6TDCI Zetec S and want something with the same sort of performance - either diesel or petrol. Now retired, I... -
A legend in its own lurchtime 21 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
In July, I scrapped my Rover 216 automatic for a new Toyota Yaris with multimode transmission. I was amazed by the lack of power it seemed to have and... -
What are the time limits for a PCN? 2 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
A PCN (driving in a bus lane) was issued 16 days after the offence - no doubt I did it (didn't spot the sign) - and received 17 days after the occurrence.... -
Does a Honda CR-V Mk3 have a DPF? 5 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a Honda CR-V 2.2 diesel Mk3 model AWD. Does this vehicle have a DPF as I do not do much motorway driving? It is a 58 plate. -
How do I prevent catalytic converter clogging? 18 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
How to prevent catalytic converter clogging. -
Is the Ford Puma 1.0 MHEV a good car? 13 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
What is your opinion of the Ford Puma Titanium 1.0 EcoBoost MHEV 125PS? -
Should I get mud flaps fitted to my new car? 8 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a Volkswagen T-Cross. Are there any advantages to having mud flaps fitted? Thank you.

