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What first car would you recommend for our teenage daughter? 6 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
Our daughter turns seventeen next month and driving lessons are booked. The family car is an automatic. With a budget of between £5000-£6000, what would... -
Is the Kia Picanto automatic better than the Fiat 500 auto? 21 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying Kia Picanto 2019 automatic used car. What do you think of it and how does it compare to the Fiat 500 automatic? -
What's a good used buy for £20,000? 2 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a second hand car and have a budget of £20,000. I've considered Mercedes A Class, Audi A1 or A3 and something from the VW Golf range.... -
If I take my SORN car for an MoT, do I need to tax it if it passes? 12 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
My car is on SORN. If I take it for an MoT and it passes, do I need to tax it immediately or can I leave it on SORN and tax it later in the year? -
Can you recommend a reliable and efficient used car for £10,000? 16 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I want to upgrade my 2006 Toyota Corrolla. I have £10,000 to spend and require a reliable, stylish and economical car that will accommodate my wife and... -
Best spacious used car? 25 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for spacious, reliable used car with either fold down seats or a large boot. I do a lot of town driving with occasional long runs. I am looking... -
Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra - which is best? 27 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm torn between buying a 2014 Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost or 2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.4-litre Turbo GTC. Both cars have good history and in good condition.... -
Ford Mondeo ESP warning light - what does it mean? 22 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2009 Ford Mondeo 2.0 diesel Every now and again the ESP light comes on the dash, with a message stating "engine malfunction". When this happens... -
How does the Lexus UX compare to the BMW X1? 7 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
How do you compare Lexus UX 250h and BMW X1 (2-litre petrol, auto), models 2018-2020. And where does Suzuki Vitara 1.4 Boosterjet auto stand in this mix?... -
DVLA delays regarding a medical problem - can anyone help me? 29 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
I've been waiting for months to hear back from the DVLA regarding a medical problem and whether I can continue to drive. Can anyone please help me? -
My car won't fit in my garage, can I return it? 11 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
I just bought a Jaguar E-Pace from a dealer and it won’t fit in my garage, have I got any right to return the car? -
London ULEZ charge - who is responsible for paying? 9 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
As a first-time car buyer I didn't know about the London ULEZ and bought the car through a dealership. I just realised that I have been given a penalty... -
Van doors don’t shut independently, is this an MoT failure? 16 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
Would it be an MoT failure if the underlying rear door on a Ford Transit van doesn’t latch properly independently? The overlying rear door latches and... -
How do I reject an unsafe car? 3 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
My son wishes to claim a full refund on his second-hand 2010 Ford Focus. The car cuts out and is unsafe to drive the 35 miles back to the dealer. How should... -
Parking Eye fine - cameras set to wrong time 9 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
I was recently pinged by Parking Eye for a £100. It turned out they had forgotten to move all their camera clocks in the same car park back by one hour... -
What causes rapid tyre wear? 2 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 Nissan Note that’s only done 14,400 miles and the two front tyres have almost reached their end. Surely this is not normal life span for... -
What's the best electric or PHEV for towing? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a Mitsubishi Shogun, I would like to replace it with an all-electric or hybrid SUV but I have been told that I won't be able to pull... -
What hybrid crossover should I buy? 6 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
I’m considering changing my Toyota Yaris hybrid and have identified two possible alternatives: the Ford Puma hybrid automatic or the Yaris Cross hybrid... -
What used, reliable, small van models do you suggest? 26 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a small van as I'm fed up with always putting the back seats down in my saloon. It must be a reliable make and cheap to run. Probably about... -
My soft-top roof has been closed for a while. Do you have any advice on opening it without damaging it? 13 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
Are there any guidelines/advice on what to do to check a soft-top roof that's been closed for a few (four) years, apart from being careful? What should...
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