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  Which petrol automatic SUV should we buy for motorway and local use? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Over the past four years our situation has changed. I no longer drive due to eye problems and my wife now does all the driving. She is in her mid 70’s....
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  Need a used motorway muncher - what do you suggest? 7 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My 2006 Jaguar XJ diesel is starting to give me problems. The car has covered 109,000 miles and rather than paying for repairs I would rather change the...
• re-registering, MOT & tax 10 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  Hi! I've just bought a car for my family. I bought if from a reputable trade seller, who, incidentally seemed like a genuinely nice, honest chap, FWIW... The car was owned from new by a leasing company, and was then bought at auction by my trade seller.
• Renault clio Expression, 1.2 16v 2002. - 3rd party admitted liability, I want my car as it 6 Feb 2013 (Forum)
  I called them yesterday morning and told them that my insurers had arranged repair and that a claims management firm had arranged a courtesy car. I asked if they'd like to provide all of this instead and possibly save themselves some money. They've agreed, my car has been collected this morning and courtesy car delivered at the same time. They also agreed to cover the cost of the CDW.
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  Was it necessary to test drive my car during a routine tyre inspection? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My local Porsche dealer rang me to offer a free tyre inspection on my seven-year-old 997. They collected and delivered the car for what is an approximate...
• Volkswagen Passat (1997 - 2000) - 2000 TDI PD (115) Power Loss 29 Sep 2011 (Forum)
  I have had this car from new since Sept. 2000 (pre face-lift model) and have covered 69,000 miles without trouble, however, in the last week or so, I have noticed that the car is VERY reluctant to rev beyond 2,800 to 3,000 rpm in fourth and fifth gear (sometimes third also).
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  Should I keep or sell my diesel car? 21 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  What is the position on emissions legislation? It's very confusing. Are some cities imposing/planning to impose local charges or bans? It's putting me...
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  What are our options for luxury petrol SUVs? 21 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I (76 years and 78 years old respectively) have bought new or nearly new demonstrators for the past 20 years, selling them when they reach...
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  Claimfast con? 22 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  In January of 2011 a driver was observed having bumped my car. The witness to this incident failed to leave his name however did leave the details. My...
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  Shifting circumstance 5 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I was interested to read the letter in your column from RH of Alresford. I have owned three Jazz: the older model in both manual and CVT form, and the...
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  Rejecting a car as not fit for purpose 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  In August 2012 I bought a 2008 BMW 330i from my local main dealer. The car appeared to be in superb condition with around 15,000 miles on the clock. However,...
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  Will the petrol in my Kia Niro PHEV deteriorate if not used? 4 Nov 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I own a six year old Kia Niro PHEV. I have recently downsized my housing and now live in a small bungalow. My car now mainly sits in my driveway and when...
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  Buying a new family car - Mazda 6 or Skoda Superb? 14 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mazda 6 Sport Nav (175 Manual) 2013 version which on the whole I am happy with especially the safety pack (Lane & rear view monitoring etc). I...
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  How can I recover my insurance costs? 15 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My wife was involved in a collision on a narrow country road, in May 2013. The repair to our car was duly approved and my wife was advised that owing to...
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  Audi engine misfire - what is the cause? 27 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a used Audi 2.0TFSI, registered in 2006, 4 weeks ago. After two weeks it began to misfire with the engine warning light flashing for a few...
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  Is my Skoda Octavia reliable because of my driving style? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I read your slightly dismissive comments a couple of weeks ago on the Skoda Octavia and Volkswagen Passat 2005-2011. I have had a 2-litre diesel Octavia...
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  Which diesel SUV for rural use? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We currently drive a Mercedes-Benz SLK and a Fiesta but with both of these cars I am now experiencing back/leg pain after driving for an hour or so. Earlier...
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  Buying a new Ford Ranger Pick-up in Thailand. Can you help? 10 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  From regular reviews of your website, you obviously know a lot about car ownership in Thailand. I am from UK and I will be spending more time in Thailand. I...
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  What is your opinion on using winter tyres? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  In your column today, you recommended, again, fitting winter tyres. However, Chris Knapman's article later in the Motoring section offered a different...
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  Can I clarify the British Horse Society's guidelines on how to safely ride a horse on public roads? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  In answer to the email 'Mane road', The British Horse Society (BHS) would always recommend any rider to wear a hi-viz tabard or jacket when they ride out....