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  Someone damaged my car and wants to pay me cash - should I accept or go through my insurance? 20 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  While parked, my wing mirror was knocked off by a passing vehicle. He wants to pay me cash. Should I accept or go through my insurance
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  Am I safe to consider any of the VAG diesels on the used market? 29 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to replace my car with a used Estate/SUV and at the moment am discounting all VAG diesels because of the doubtful emissions fixes. Am I safe...
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  Do I need to change the cam belt in my 2007 Renault Scenic after five years and 5000 miles? 14 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Renault Scenic is ten years old and has covered 17,000 miles. Five years ago, at 12,000 miles, I had a new cam belt fitted. It's now been another five...
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  Which car is best for towing a horse box? 22 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking for a vehicle to tow a horse trailer over long distances to riding events. Parking at these events usually involves driving through muddy...
• From The Indie - M62 learner driver ‘supervised only by parrot’ 28 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  important;">Ch Insp Mark Bownass said: “The rules of the road exist for a very good reason and it is important to remember that if this lady had been in a crash or incident, she would not have been covered by insurance as she was not licensed for the journey.” "Learner drivers should not be on the motorway at all and anyone who takes to other roads as a learner must be accompanied by a qualified driver, have a good understanding of the Highway Code and also make sure they are covered by the qualified drivers insurance policy."
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  Should I run a Jaguar XK Portfolio V8 on 19- or 20-inch wheels? 3 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am a regular, indeed avid reader of your column and aware that you have views about the wheel size on cars. I am contemplating buying a fairly recent...
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  Petrol or diesel Sportage? 8 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We have chosen the '3' spec Sportage 2wd but it only comes in diesel, the '2' spec comes in 1.6 petrol but all reports say it is underpowered. I've...
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  Do I need my water pump changing? 7 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are about to have the timing belt changed on our 2009 Scirocco TDi and have been advised by the dealer that as the engine needs to be removed to do...
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  Stop start technology on a Fiat 500 - is it gimmick? 11 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has recently purchased a pre reg Fiat 500 at a very good discount, my question regards the stop start system. Do you think it is a gimmick or does...
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  Which breakdown recovery service do you recommend these days? 6 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I just had my AA renewal through and at £273 I think it’s a bit much (Roadside; Home start; Relay; breakdown repair cover). Who do you recommend these...
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  Should I get original Bridgestone Dueler tyres for my Honda CR-V? 16 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace the front tyres on my 2006 Honda CR-V. Do I replace them with the original Bridgestone Dueler 215/65 R16 98H or go for another premium...
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  Does my 2006 Volkswagen Golf really need new brake discs and pads at 50,000 miles? 6 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI. It is now four years and five months old and has covered 50,000 miles. Volkswagen are telling me that I need new disc...
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  Dripping yarn 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently noticed that both my wife’s car and mine have been leaking oil, albeit just a few spots on the driveway. Upon looking, both appear to be...
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  Pathy news 22 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My Pathfinder clutch has burned out. 2 years old and only 19,600 miles. Still under warranty, but no use, I had to pay £687 and over £100 on car hire....
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  Suspended sentences 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  You have covered the subject of spring failures through unfinished ends many times. Most of my working life was spent in the spring-making industry producing...
• SEAT Toledo III (2005 - ) - 07 2.0D Economy is poor. 2 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  He has checked the fuel computer and is convinced its accurate, i assume by brimming and comparing. Seat have had the car back and can find nothing wrong, but they do say that a customer who bought the sister vehicle to my friends is complaining of his fuel consumption too. I assure you my friend knows how to drive economically and well, and with all his previous cars (Bora diesel last) he has easily beaten the published economy figures.
• Volkswagen Golf V (2004 - 2008) - Good VW service! 3 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  I was packing my wife's August 2005 Golf for a trip to Scotland when I noticed that the boot seemed damp, actually it was soaking under the spare wheel cover. Back from holiday I contacted the supplying dealer, Isaac Agnew Belfast, if I am allowed to say that. No problem they replied, bring it in next week and would you like a courtesy car as we need two days to check and repair leaks.
• Value from warranty. 30 May 2008 (Forum)
  I wondered if anyone else here had taken advantage of hyundai's or any other makers high mileage standard cover, and what had their experiences been.
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  Used car warranties 8 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a Fiesta from a used car dealer 7 weeks ago - last week the car started cutting out on me and, cutting a long story short, the car needs a...
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  Can I get your opinion on problems that people have with car rental? 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The Telegraph Motoring team recommended that I get in touch with you. By way of introduction, I’m a researcher on Watchdog Daily (a new daily strand of...