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Underbonnet spies 24 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
Speed limit signs should be safety advisory indicators. It is sensible to have speed limits to protect road workers and/or children, but not sensible to... -
Uplifting thought 17 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
As a fairly well seasoned motor trader of some seventeen years now I read your Saturday column with eager interest. Two points really, in the main it never... -
Can I fit larger wheels and tyres to my Mercedes-Benz B-Class? 19 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a 2005 Mercedes-Benz B-Class and would like to upgrade it. Can the wheels and tyres be upsized safely? -
I have an old Lada Riva. It seems a pity to scrap it, but does it have any value? 8 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've inherited my father's old Lada Riva 1200. It's rusty and hasn't run for 14 years, but it was owned by him alone since new and the actual one on display... -
Can I fit tyres with a lower speed rating than the original tyres? 28 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a MINI Paceman fitted with run-flat tyres. She would like to fit all-season tyres but can only find ‘H’ rated tyres in this size. Would... -
Ford Fiesta or Ford KA+? 10 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is in the market for a used car and has her heart set on a Ford Fiesta or Ford KA+ as she wants a 4-door hatch. Her funds can stretch to £8000.... -
Can I go for a drive as long as I don't leave my car? 1 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
Is there anything I can do to make sure my car runs fine if I do not use it over the next few weeks? It was reported in the newspaper last week that it... -
Is a lit engine warning light an MoT failure? 11 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2003 Honda CR-V petrol auto, which has covered 170,000 miles. For the past two years the engine management light has been lit an increasing amount,... -
What 4x4 is best to replace our Mitsubishi L200? 29 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
We have £15,000 to replace our 2008 Mitsubishi L200. We need four wheel drive, an integral boot rather than truck body, seven seats, reliability and plenty... -
Why does the gear stick get stuck in third gear on my Citroen C4? 6 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
My Citroen C4 refused to start today. I can't move the gear stick from parking to any other position unless I press on the brakes. When I do move it, the... -
Warning lights on Renault 19 - what do they mean? 9 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Renault 19 diesel is losing coolant every few days. The temperature warning light has also come on, along with the low oil. However, I’ve checked the... -
Is the Volvo V50 a reliable car? 17 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have owned my Volvo V50 since I bought it new in 2012. The car runs fine, but I am retiring soon and wondering if it is a good car to keep for long term... -
DPF problems with BMW 1 Series 11 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 59 plate BMW 1 Series 118d. For the past few weeks the DPF light has been coming on after about 10 mins after driving. My local garage says the... -
Power steering failure on Citroen C3 12 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I had a power steering problem with my 2011, 34,000 mile, Citroen C3. I was told it was due to a poor earth in the electrics, which is apparently a common... -
Bought a van with a hidden accident history - what are my rights? 1 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
Four months ago I bought a used Volkswagen Transporter from my local approved dealer. About a month ago I discovered that it had been repaired prior to... -
Replacement for a Land Rover Freelander 2? 19 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I bought my Freelander 2 when it was three years old. It's now eight years old and has, unfortunately cost me masses in almost continual repair bills... -
Buying an executive car 4 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have been very tempted by some deals on the BMW 520d and Mercedes E220. Would I have any diesel problems on a two year lease? Or should I get a Lexus... -
Why won't our SEAT Ibiza start? 28 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
My daughter's Seat Ibiza has continual problems starting after standing unused for only 2-3 days. We've been told repeatedly that the battery's fine and... -
Honda CR-V issues 12 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a 2005 Honda CR-V 2.0 petrol automatic. The car runs fine, but I have a couple of issues with the car: -It has automatic transmission,... -
What's wrong with my Nissan X-Trail? 12 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2001 Nissan X-Trail is giving me all sorts of problems. First, I was asked to replace the accelerator sensor and throttle body sensor, but neither fixed...
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