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Will my car fail the MoT over a faulty headlamp washer jet? 1 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2010 Nissan Qashqai with a headlamp washer jet that won't retract after spraying. Nissan quoted £228 for a replacement and our local independent... -
Should I take out an extended warranty? 1 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
My three year warranty is to end soon, the car has done 27,000 miles. Do you consider it worth taking out a warranty? I have four quotes: Volkswagen... -
Should I buy a warranty? 14 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I run have a 2005 Citroen C4 1.6 diesel, with currently 84,000 miles on the clock. It's covering approximately 500 miles a week and has so far proven reliable... -
You guest it 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I read recently of some drivers having difficulty in getting temporary car insurance cover for family members visiting from overseas. As my own insurer... -
My daughter had an accident when she was a learner, without a qualified driver in the car - can her insurer ask for £10k to cover their losses? 27 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
Over two years ago, my daughter had a minor accident whilst driving as a learner. At the time, she did not have a qualified driver in the car accompanying... -
I had an accident in a courtesy car, what do I do? 1 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
My car was having a clutch fitted, the garage lent me a car. A courier company vehicle (I think in training) drove into my lane on a busy roundabout forcing... -
Selling a car with known faults 21 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am selling a used car privately. I have been honest about the suspected and known faults in the advert. Is this sufficient to cover myself and if not... -
Excessive oil consumption with Vauxhall Signum 22 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a 2004 Vauxhall Signum petrol, with 72,000 miles on the clock. Do you know of any issues with this car? It is consuming a litre... -
Do I have to have insurance even if my car is locked away and not being used for months at a time? 8 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
Now I’m retired I spend four to five months each year in Europe, where I drive my Dutch partners car, leaving my own car safely locked in my garage at... -
Is this 'wear and tear'? 11 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Bought a Honda Civic from a main Honda dealership six months ago, recently a Saab engineer had a look over and said (quote) "There's a transmission... -
Hell Vino 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 2009 Honda Insight hybrid, bought from and serviced by the local Honda dealer (I've been buying from Honda dealers and servicing with them for over... -
When should I change my Ford Mondeo's cam chain? 5 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
When should I change my Ford Mondeo 1.8LX's cam chain? It's covered 106,000 miles. -
What is the legal position if the tax runs out on my car when I'm driving in Europe? 14 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
What is the legal position if the tax runs out on my car when I'm driving in Europe? -
Discourteous 6 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
Some years ago when I enjoyed the benefit of a company car, the insurance cover included a courtesy car in the event of a prolonged breakdown as well... -
Why don't tyre reviews rate for durability? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
We own a 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.3K that has just completed 32,000 miles on its original tyres. We need to replace two rear tyres and I have been searching... -
Where can I get insurance for a hire car when driving abroad? 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I hired a car at an Irish airport last week and found that the excess protection insurance was greater than the cost of hiring the vehicle. Is there an... -
Should I buy a new petrol, hybrid or electric car? 24 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
In the next few months, I will buy a new SUV. Is it better to buy a petrol, plug-in hybrid or all-electric nowadays? -
Leaving a car for 1 month - is there anything I need to do? 13 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 petrol engined KIA Carens will be left on our drive from 6 January to 4 February, whilst we are on a cruise. Are there any procedures I should... -
Volkswagen Golg - Faulty EGR Cooler 2 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought a September 2009 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI eight months ago from a main dealer. The car came with with one year's extended warranty. There is now... -
second hand car not fit for purpose 6 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
Hi I bought a send hand Toyota Previa GLS VVTI petrol automatic 2.4cc W reg from year 2000 for £3125 on 30th June 2012. Mileage was 130,585. The car...
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