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  • Fuel consumption test? 19 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
    For the last 18 years, I have kept a record of fuel consumption in a spread sheet of the cars I have driven, from 1997 to 2002 when I drove company cars....
  • Solar battery chargers 26 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
    We have two cars parked in a secure driveway (Ford Kuga and Lexus SC430) and are planning on being out of the country for the whole of December and into...
  • 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"...
  • Ford Focus battery problems 14 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I just changed my alternator because it wasn't charging my battery. The problem is my battery light is still on, check battery showing healthy 12.5v it...
  • Central locking and electric window issues 21 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I have a few issues regarding the electrics in my SEAT Leon Cupra 2003. I have had it for a year now. When I purchased it the rear passenger central locking...
  • Litigation and DMF on Volkswagen Touran 22 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
    We had our clutch and flywheel fail on us in very dangerous circumstances and without warning. At 15000 miles and 1 year 2 weeks from brand new. We asked...
  • Should i get rid or should i do it DIY? 31 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
    My car is a Toyota Yaris from 1999 and has done 119,000 miles. The car has a few minor issues/noises - the wheel bearing on the driver front wheel has...
  • Is the Honda Civic a reliable used car? 11 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to buy my first car and am debating buying used or investing in something nearly new. I need something reliable to get me to work each...
  • Buying a new car for someone with dodgy back and knees 7 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
    Dear Honest John Please can you help? I drive a Passat Sport Bluemotion Tech TDI 2.0l, 12 plate. I love the car but am plagued by a bad back and dodgy...
  • Do you have any info on the Fabia 1.9SDI? 6 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to buy a cheap used Skoda Fabia which I intend to run for around one year. I recently found a 2001 Fabia Comfort Estate with the 1.9SDi engine...
  • What's the like BMW 528i like? 3 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I recently test drove the BMW 3 series touring with various engines (320d, 328i, 330d). While trying to decide what engine to pick, I looked at the 5 series...
  • Increasing oil levels - what's the fault? 14 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
    The oil level in my 2009 Ford Focus 1.6 diesel is increasing and I have to change the oil every two weeks to save the engine. The coolant level doesn't...
  • Replacement for Citroen DS3 - what should I buy? 5 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
    The lease of my Citroen DS3 DSport 1.6 HDi will be up in a few months. Given the average factory lead time, I need to start looking sooner rather than...
  • Mazda 6 airbag recall 5 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I recently took my 2002 Mazda 6 to the local dealer in response to a safety recall notice concerning the passenger airbag - console airbag light on and...
  • How can I improve the fuel economy of a Ford Focus? 30 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My sister’s 2005 Ford Focus 1.6 is getting very poor fuel economy, about 24mpg on short trips and about 29mpg on long trips. I have fitted new plugs, air...
  • Easily-accessible but good-to-drive conundrum! 30 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    We've thoroughly researched and briefly tested the following and can't split a decision between: Toyota Verso 2.0D-4D 2012 Skoda Yeti 1.8TSI 4x4 2011 VW...
  • Need a baby friendly car - what do you recommend? 27 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I'm going to be a mum for the first time in early 2015 and my husband and I need to upgrade our car. I'm looking for something that can easily get a pram...
  • Buying a luxury 4x4 - which one? 12 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My fiancee and I want a luxury, high spec 4x4. We only drive around 5k miles a year so running costs are not an issue. Budget is up to £35k but ideally...
  • Diesel Particular filter 4 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My beloved C30 does 600miles a week. 120 round trip commute. I had heard about cars not running because the filter blocks up, in the city as short journeys,...
  • What's the best SUV for new parents? 26 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
    We're looking for a SUV to cater for our new family. The car will have to take a child’s seat and pram. We've narrowed it down to the Nissan Qashqai 1.6...
 

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