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  Noisy tyres 17 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  At speeds below 50mph I get a "rotational" noise, which I am told by Carr's of Bury St Edmunds is down to the run flats (It sounds like a wheel bearing...
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  Which automatic gearboxes are used by Addison Lee Ford Galaxies? 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have had occasion to use Addison Lee mini cabs recently. They run a fleet of Ford Galaxys and the drivetrain seems to be particularly smooth. Do you...
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  How can I check if my new insurance policy is valid? 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I renewed my car insurance 15 days before it was due (with much difficulty due to hearing problems). Now, 10 days after it was due I have still not received...
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  Pedals in automatic cars 12 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  In a typical UK car(with the steering wheel on the right side) how are the pedals positioned in an automatic transmission car? What leg do you use to push...
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  Looking to replace my Ford Focus 2 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I want to trade in my 2002 Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec Petrol. My budget is £5000. Is there anything better than my current car in that price range (used cars)? I'm...
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  Tie rod end 1 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  At 52,000 miles and after replacing the front springs following breakage I noticed a thump when crossing speed bumps. The Mecedes-Benz dealership who...
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  Diesel or Petrol 14 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to buy a premium small family car and had decided on a 118D until I read the letter "Recharge of the light brigade " in the Telegraph. My...
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  Trading Audi A3 for Nissan Qashqai or Hyundai IX35 9 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive a '09 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback and travel 80 miles a day. I have the car on HP and still owe approximately £9k on it. I am looking...
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  Looking for a small Confortable Car 8 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Looking for a car to replace our Astra Convertible AND Peugeot Partner! In other words looking for a car that is comfortable to drive, easy to deal with...
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  Nissan X-trail-2.0 petrol TREK 8 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I should very much like a used Nissan X-trail 173 diesel, but I only cover a few thousand miles a year, so the DPF problems mean I should have to go for...
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  Air flow meter 10 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Just brought a new air flow meter off ebay, was £32 and works fine, but think my fuel economy has gone down. I am getting at best 300 miles for a tank...
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  Ford Mondeo 1.8LX 2000 W-reg - head gasket gone? 9 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Engine has overheated for the first time ever. Genuine 80,000 miles and have been told that the head gasket has gone. Car drives fine, normal oil consumption,...
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  Does the Hyundai ix35 1.7 CRDi have clutch problems? 29 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am on the verge of buying a new Hyundai ix35 1.7 CRDi (thank you for your helpful review by the way), but am being put off by a number of online comments...
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  Where can I take a 'refresher' driver training course? 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just purchased a new Corsa to replace my old model, and feel that it is time I had a "refresher" driving course. I passed my test in 1963 and at...
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  How can I prevent foxes chewing my brake lines? 6 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I started a new job in Ealing in Autumn 2002. On driving the minibus the brakes failed. The repairers said it was down to foxes chewing through the brake...
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  Comfortable car seats 10 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We've had several Citroen BX's. We've not yet found a moden vehicle that's as comfortable to drive. Currently we have a Modus - nice car, but the seats...
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  EGR valve failure 9 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have 2007 Audi A4 Quattro. The EGR valve failed after 28705 miles. This was 4 months past the 3 yr warranty. Audi claim this is fair wear and tear. I...
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  What sort of fuel economy can I expect from the Toyota Aygo and iQ? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Peugeot 206 1.4 auto that normally gives me 40mpg, plus or minus about 2mpg. I am looking for better economy and the Toyota Aygo and iQ have combined...
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  What does the endorsement code MS60 mean? 12 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I was recently stopped in Bodelwyddan, North Wales by a Police Traffic Officer in an unmarked car, having foolishly held a map in my left hand while looking...
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  Why doesn't my new Opel Astra doesn't achieve the quoted fuel economy figures? 10 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My new Opel Astra 1.7CDTI SE (110) is still heavy on diesel with over 13,000km on the clock. The manufacturer quotes circa 61mpg, whereas I am lucky...