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How can I fix my MINI's clogged DPF? 6 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2009 MINI Cooper D, which is suffering a bout of DPF issues. Within a few months of owning the car, the DPF light came on (regularly) and BMW performed... -
Lots of serious problems with a recently purchased £4800 car 9 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a BMW 330 for £4800. On way home the engine management light came on. The dealer was informed and he more or less said its how you drove... -
Should we buy a Focus or a Fiesta, and with which engine? 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife I are now in our 80s and we have a 9-year-old Focus and a 5-year-old Fiesta. I am no longer allowed to drive due to poor eyesight so we propose... -
My Vauxhall Meriva suffered an engine fault after a hose came loose - is the selling dealer liable? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2005 Vauxhall Meriva in March this year. The car recently died on me, so I coasted off the road. The temperature looked ok. I saw steam or smoke... -
How do we fix our blocked DPF? 13 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
Our car's DPF is blocked. I've have tried regenerating it by running it down the motorway, but it's had no effect. Is there anything else I can do? -
My tyre fitter has offered to fix my punctured runflat - is it worth trying? 23 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
My local tyre fitters have said they may be able to plug the nail hole in my 245/35 R18 runflat Bridgestone tyre for £16.99. Is it worth trying or should... -
Jaguar X-Type blowing fuses 2 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a Jaguar X Type. Over the past week it has been blowing fuses. Every time it happens the engine cuts out. A friend thinks it might be the fuel pump.... -
What's wrong with my C5? 24 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
My 2001 Citroen C5 petrol is losing power. It will tick-over find, but once you go above 3000rpm it will struggle. Any ideas? -
Why is my Passat emitting so much smoke? 3 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Passat diesel (2007). However, the car has started discharging smoke whenever it is stood idle for a couple of minutes. It also happens... -
Volkswagen Sharan - how reliable is the auto box? 26 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
We are considering buying a Volkswagen Sharan with a six-speed DSG ‘box. Is this box reliable? A salesman mentioned possible gearbox overheating if left... -
What's causing my Citroen Xsara to overheat? 16 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Citreon Xsara is losing water and overheating. I cannot find the source of the leak and have checked the radiator. Lately my demisters appear to be... -
Can I fit winter tyres to my Porsche 911? 10 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2003 Porsche 911 C2, with 18 inch wheels. I want to run the car in the winter and fit winter rims and tyres. Can I reduce the diameter and width... -
Failed gearbox on Jaguar XJ8 - can you recommend a specialist to fix it? 18 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My son has inherited a rather old Jaguar XJ8. Unfortunately the gearbox has now failed, a common fault with this model I am told, and I need to find a... -
Buying a new car for a young driver - which would you recommend? 8 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a car for my large 21 year old rugby playing son. It must be safe on motorways and able to cope with two or three passengers. We’d also... -
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 known for any particular faults? 15 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a 2000 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 saloon. Can you tell me of any problems with these cars apart from the slightly suspect gearboxes?... -
Why does charging an EV have to be such a complicated process? 1 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a 2017 Nissan Leaf with a 30kW battery. I have been looking at recharging points across the country and in France but am now very confused... -
My Thai 21 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
Last September, I sent you an e-mail to ask if you would be good enough to give your thoughts on Chiang Mai in Thailand. Your reply tipped the choice of... -
Is a ceramic coating worth it on a 20 year old car? 8 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have well maintained and garaged 21 year old Audi A3. It's going well at 100k miles and have decided to pay out for a big service with cambelt, water... -
Are Ford Duratec engines durable? 3 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
My 2006 Ford Fusion has done 102,000 miles which I don't consider high mileage. Recently while waiting at traffic lights, after a 25 mile journey, I noticed... -
Why do you not suggest petrol vans? 2 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
Recently someone sought advice on a small van primarily for short journeys with one 350 mile trip per month. You suggested a 2.0 TDI VW Caddy. I’m of the...
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