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Issues paying VED monthly by direct debit 27 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
On the 10th October I purchased a used car from a dealership, while there I set up a monthly direct debit for car tax, as far as I was aware it was fine,... -
Smokey C-MAX - what's up? 1 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
Just bought a 54 plate 1.6 TDCI Ford C-MAX. On the way home I noticed large puffs of smoke out of the exhaust when accelerating. I've had a quick scan... -
What car should I buy to cope with winter conditions? 25 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My partner would like to buy a new/nearly new car which can cope with occasional snow and steep hills in the area she works as a GP. Her commute to work... -
VW Polo - Used Car Warranty 14 May 2012 (Forum)
Hi guys, So we bought a used car from a dealer. When viewing the car he said it was covered by a 3 month warranty for engine/gearbox etc. We bought the car 2 months ago and recently the pedal box snapped, so it need a new pedal box, clutch cable etc and came to a bill of £335 to fix. -
I need an estate car or tourer - should I pick the Mazda 6 or Citroen C5? 2 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am self-employed covering 30,000 miles per year, and need an estate car or tourer. I have had an Audi A4 and MG ZT as my last two cars, and am looking... -
A garage damaged my friend's head gasket whilst removing spark plugs during a service - is the garage liable? 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
A friend took her car for an MoT and service earlier today. The car passed its MoT fine. When they were doing the service, apparently they were removing... -
Yaris engine design fault - any advise? 4 May 2007 (Forum)
(Another aside - the car-by-car breakdown lists knocking from the front as a sign that the anti-roll bar bushes are failing. I've had this for over 3 years and mentioned it while the car was still in warranty. The garage claimed not to be able to find anything and told me it was OK. -
Is a Citroen C1 a good small car for an older driver? 20 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
My wife, who is aged 73, needs to change her aged Peugeot 207 CC and has seen a 2016 Citroen C1 at a local dealership - priced at £6690. The car appears... -
What used car do you recommend for a 150 mile daily commute? 29 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
I travel 150 miles a day, up to four days a week and need a comfortable, highly economical car at an affordable price. My thinking is to get something... -
VW Golf MK6 2.0 TDI GT Clutch Slip 28 Jun 2017 (Forum)
Not bad, but noticeable. I then pulled out of a junction a few miles down the road and I swear the car pulled away about 30% slower than normal. Its booked in with VW in 4 days for them to look at it. I've just checked the warranty and if any damage is found to be our fault, it's not covered under the warranty. -
Faulty SEAT Ibiza - what are my legal rights? 27 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
My local SEAT wants me to pay £960 to remove the engine and diagnose why the timing chain jumps, before they will discuss any compensation for the damage... -
Hyundai warranty - does it cover wear and tear? 22 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
A relative of mine has had the clutch fail on his Hyundai i20 after 8000 miles. He took the car back to the dealer, but a warranty claim was refused and... -
Should Audi fully cover the replacement of the ABS pump in my A3? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
The ESP light on my Audi A3 is permanently illuminated. From the fault code I believe it is the much-maligned problem with the ABS pump, which I was completely... -
Can my daughter reject her faulty car? 17 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
My daughter bought a Mokka X Elite on the 7th August, after six days the engines management light came on. She contacted the garage who after a discussion... -
What is high mileage for a BMW 3 Series? 21 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
Looking at possibly buying a 2014 BMW 320d with 136,000 for around £6k. Not sure if the mileage is too high? -
Problems with used minibus - what are my rights? 24 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
I bought a second hand minibus from a dealer and was told after they insisted I pay for it in full before collection that it wasn't ready as it had a couple... -
How much should I pay for a classic MGB (rubber bumper)? 30 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
What is the going rate for a solid but not perfect MGB with rubber bumpers? Car in question has solid sills, no rust and decent paintwork. Interior is... -
I'm about to replace my SEAT Leon FR with an Arona FR - is there a big difference between them? 23 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm going from a SEAT Leon FR to an Arona FR. What is the difference speed-wise, please? -
What's the most reliable family hatchback for £5000? 29 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to replace a 55 plate Ford Focus diesel with a similar-size family hatchback, this time petrol. Reliability and economy are top of the list.... -
My write off value won't get me an equivalent vehicle - can I sue the other party's insurer for the difference? 9 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
My insurers have written off my car, but the amount offered won't cover the cost of an equivalent vehicle. Can I sue the third party for the difference...

