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My 2012 MINI Cooper has developed a timing chain issue - should MINI rectify this? 24 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I purchased my MINI Cooper Convertible in 2012 and was delighted with it – it's my dream car. Last week, I heard a rattle when starting the engine and... -
Is the Renault Grand Scenic 2.0 petrol reliable? 13 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
As an avid reader of your weekly column I thought you might be able to help with the following: I've seen a 2011 Renault Grand Scenic automatic for sale... -
Long term ownership maintenance work - how does this sound? 17 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
Our Vauxhall Corsa D 1.2 petrol breeze is now over 8 years old (bought new in 2008) and has done 51k miles. It’s been an excellent car, and so far nothing... -
Which Nissan X-Trail to tow my caravan? 17 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've been looking at the X-Trail to tow my caravan but people are reporting fuel pump issues and going into limp mode are both these models affected by... -
Are high mileage diesels worth the risk? 24 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a 2006 Volkswagen Passat petrol, with 97k miles on the clock. It's getting old and tired and we're getting fed up of it being in the garage... -
The emissions debate - when will other vehicles be included? 29 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
When - in the emotive debate about diesel emissions - will the words "agricultural machinery", "shipping", "railway locomotives" and (heaven forbid) "LORRIES"... -
Air conditioning problem 18 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
My friend has a Vauxhall Zafira that appears to have two problems of concern. There is an intermittent rumbling from the engine bay when no clutch is pressed... -
Replacing a Jag XJR? 15 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
Hello HJ, I currently own a 2006 (pre facelift) Jaguar XJR. It's fantastic. Apart from the standard Jaguar suspension issues, the car has been very... -
Personalised numberplate lost after accident in France 30 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
Whilst on holiday in France in July of this year, my Jeep was hit by an 80 year old Frenchman who failed to stop at a cross roads. The insurance company... -
Would the new i10 be a good replacement for my i20 workhorse? 25 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I drive 80 miles a day on the M25 and A12 in a Hyundai i20 1.2. My 61 plate car has been impressive to say the least being well equipped (love the Bluetooth)... -
Why was I advised to fit a child seat to my Mercedes-Benz SL that turns off the airbag? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own a Mercedes-Benz SL and when I needed a car seat for my grandson who is now eight years old, I was told by Mercedes I had to buy a seat to fit that... -
Economic auto with boot space for a pram £2000-£3000 budget! 4 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Looking for a new motor for my wife, bought her a 2003 Fiesta Semi Auto 9 months ago and the TCU and ECU have gone on it and so we've had to get rid of... -
Which 4WD vehicle to replace my Subaru Forester? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a 2005 2.0-litre Subaru Forester and would appreciate your advice of a replacement. I bought this car in May 2009 and chose an AWD as... -
2012/62 less valuable than a 2013/62? 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a £500 deposit on one of the very last MK6 Golf GTDs. I wanted to collect it in January 2013 and also asked the dealer for it to be registered then,... -
Will Citroen help with C8 cam belt failure? 24 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
Our 2005 Citroen C8 broke down on the motorway when the cam belt snapped. I understand that when this happens damage can be caused to the engine/valves.... -
Buying a demonstrator. 11 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I wish to buy a nearly new VW Touran 2.0 TDI Sport and have found a September 2012 demonstrator that suits. The dealer says that VW requires him to have... -
I need a car with good disabled access to replace my Saab 9-5 - what do you recommend? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Saab 9-5 is getting old and I want to replace it to meet some specific needs, including driving elderly and often disabled people to hospital and other... -
Bangernomics reliable diesel needed. 16 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm in need of a reliable diesel on a small budget of up to £1500. I'm afraid of a Golf (and to some extent of a Bora) due to possible DMF issues in this... -
How secure are modern convertibles? 8 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I may soon be moving back from law-abiding Singapore to the urban jungle of London. I love convertible motoring, having had an MG Midget in my younger... -
My Skoda has suffered an irreparable turbo fault - who is to blame? 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 10-year-old Skoda TDI with 1.9 diesel engine and 70,000 miles on the clock. My wife drives the car, and even she complained of lack of power....
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