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Micra won't start 17 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
My 1995 Micra 1.0l refuses to start. Engine turns over normally but is not firing. Any ideas? -
Juddering Micra 2 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
Have K-reg Nissan Micra, starts fine then jumps and judders when driving, sometimes stops after few miles, then drive it later and nothing feels wrong? -
What should I look for when buying a Honda Civic VTEC Sport? 15 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Is there anything I should be looking out for when buying a 2004 Honda Civic VTEC 1600i Sport? -
Can you recommend a breakdown recovery company? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
Some time ago you recommended a source for car breakdown cover. At the time I was able to locate the appropriate website but, as my current RAC cover had... -
Which breakdown recovery service do you recommend these days? 6 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I just had my AA renewal through and at £273 I think it’s a bit much (Roadside; Home start; Relay; breakdown repair cover). Who do you recommend these... -
What's the value of a Mazda MX-5 Monaco? 11 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a Mazda MX-5 Monaco and wondered what the current valuation is? Also, what should I be looking for when viewing this model? -
Any known problems with the Ford S-Max? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at a Ford S-Max tonight. It's manual, seven-seater, 56 plate and has done 28,710 miles, with only one owner. Any known problems with these... -
What should I look out for when buying a 2007 Volkswagen Polo? 21 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have been offered a 2007 automatic petrol Polo with 9000 miles by a Volkswagen main dealer with a year's warranty. Are there any pitfalls of which we... -
Is this Citroen Saxo a good buy for £1495? 22 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Hi John, I'm thinking of buying a Citroen Saxo VTR 1.6 on a 2000 plate from a dealer with 78,000 miles. The price is £1495. Is this a fair price for the... -
Does the Renault 1.5 Megane DCI have any common problems? 27 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a 2004 Renault Megane 1.5 DCI Dynamique 100bhp, but I am being given mixed reports about this model. Can you advise me on any common... -
Rusty chips 26 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a stone chip just above the windscreen, and it has gone down to bare metal and is rusting. Is this common with Suzuki? They have told me that the... -
Boot lock - How do I change the solenoid? 29 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
The boot lid will not stay closed and pressing the lock button on the key fob will only lock the main doors. Because of this I suspect the solenoid in... -
What should I look for when buying a BMW E36 323i/328i Touring? 20 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a BMW E36 323i or 328i Touring. What are the bad points and what do I have to watch for? -
Which Mazda 6 models were recalled with turbo problems? 18 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Which Mazda 6 models were recalled with regards to intercooler or turbo problems? I've just had an oil leak inspected on my 2004 model and the mechanic... -
Since Saab was liquidated, are my warranty and breakdown cover invalid? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am the owner of a Saab 9-3 and have been hit by the company's liquidation. I am told by my dealer that both the warranty and the three years breakdown... -
Should I buy a Saab 9-3? 20 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I just want to know whether you can tell me about the common faults on the 2007 Saab 9-3TDi Vector, and whether overall it is recommended to go for a... -
Keep my car or scrap it? 25 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Ford Mondeo 115PS TDCI with 60,000 miles just broke down - NSR brake caliper binding. Last year it was front spring. I asked RAC man whether I should... -
Whats the best MPV I can get for around £1500? 29 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
We're looking to get an MPV which is like the Toyota Town Ace (with seats to make a bed or load space) but has better reviews if at all possible? -
Do I need to keep my run flat tyres for insurance purposes? 16 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have Mercedes E350 with run flat tyres, if I replace these with ordinary tyres would this affect the insurance or my Mercedes service and breakdown cover? -
Can I legally put a blue flashing light on my car? 17 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a blue flashing light, with a magnetic base. Can I legally put it on my car, in the event of a breakdown?