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  Why are some over-50s insurance policies more expensive than normal policies? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  People over 50 should be very careful when dealing with insurance companies who purport to offer a special service to them. My wife, with an impeccable...
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  Why don't tyre reviews rate for durability? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We own a 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.3K that has just completed 32,000 miles on its original tyres. We need to replace two rear tyres and I have been searching...
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  Press preparation - what does it mean? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to by a fun but frugal car and, by chance, the exact same MINI Clubman SD Hampton that you tested in April 2011 is available to buy through...
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  Rattling Ford Fiesta dashboard 3 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's Ford Fiesta (X-reg) has a horrible rattle coming from behind the dash (front passenger side) like something is lose behind it and gets worst...
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  Should I buy a diesel car or go for a petrol model? 3 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a secondhand older model Ford Focus Diesel, up to say 18 months old. Two friends have cautioned me about the diesel engine and/or...
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  Which automatic car would you recommend for 6000 miles per year? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a suitable new car with automatic transmission for my wife. Annual mileage will be about 6000. Current models being considered are Astra...
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  Engine management light comes on 4 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 03 Leon 1.4 petrol. Yesterday the engine warning light (Diagnosis/warning of excess pollution) came on. All the time, not flashing. There...
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  Buying a Fiat 500 - what engine? 30 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am interested in buying a new Fiat 500. I personally would prefer the 0.9 Twinair or the 0.9 Twinair Lounge but the dealer is pushing for a 1.2 Lounge...
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  What should we look for when buying a Toyota Prius hybrid? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife needs to replace her 2002 Toyota Yaris, partly due to its age and partly as she needs a larger car due to growing children and sports bags, etc....
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  Thanks to Audi for great customer service when repairing my wife's 1.8T Cabriolet Sport's gearbox. 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife drives an Audi 1.8T Cabriolet Sport which we have had from new since September 2004. The auto gearbox failed last week at 42,800 miles and because...
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  Clearing a 520d particulate filter 24 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  After each of two years my BMW 520d has shown excess oil in the sump. Is this because attempts to clear the particulate filter have dumped fuel into the...
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  BMW X5 - Trade in or not? 17 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a grey BMW X5 4.4i V8 Sport 5dr Auto (2004 with 85K miles). I love the vehicle, it being accurate, engaging, comfortable and practical. I...
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  Qashqai or Golf? 17 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We have test driven the Golf 1.4 TSI and Qashqai 1.5 dCi N-TEC and love them. This car purchase will be for the next 5 years plus. We are husband and...
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  Accident - hit from behind. Should I claim? 11 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My 24 year-old-son driving a 1997 VW Polo was hit from behind on nearside corner, damaging bumper & valance, approx repair £600 - driveable & still MOT...
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  I need a £6000-£7000 reliable estate car 8 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for an economical and inexpensive to run estate car for the family. Maximum budget is £7500. Preferably diesel but not a deal-breaker. Priorities...
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  Winter takes all 28 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I can't believe how much better winter tyres are. This year I don't have to dig out the drive so I can get the car off the road and into the garage - it...
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  Twilight tyres 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volvo XC60 diesel AWD and am about to change the tyres. I currently have Pirelli P Zero Rosso 230/60/18 103V I drive regularly to Scotland and...
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  Dearly departicled 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I just bought a 2011, 2 litre diesel Toyota Verso to use for journeys of approximately 50 miles round trip and needing a low loading area for my parents...
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  Mercedes-Benz warranties 4 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Buying a low mileage diesel E280 Mercedes from a franchised dealer in 2010, I took out a two year warranty from Mercedes Benz UK. I later found that...
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  Why do the cam belt and tensioners in our 2003 Volkswagen Polo need replacing for a second time at 19,800 miles? 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My wife drives a 2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Twist. In October 2007 at 11,900 miles cam belt and tensioners were replaced by a Volkswagen dealer. We have...