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Is the Volkswagen 1.4 TSI a timebomb? 16 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
A friend is looking to buy a circa 2009 Golf VI 1.4 TSI 122hp with 85,000 miles on the clock, full dealer history and apparently no cam chain issues. So... -
Should Skoda change my automatic for a manual under warranty? 24 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I recently traded in a three year old Skoda Yeti 1.6 diesel for a one year old Skoda Yeti 1.2 DSG petrol to avoid all the oil burner pitfalls. But the... -
The DPF in my Mazda 6 has failed - should the dealer replace it? 5 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a secondhand 2007 Mazda 6 estate with 62000 miles clocked, so it's out of warranty but under three years old, from a very small dealer - they... -
BMW 1 Series timing chain failure - does this sound right? 5 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife & I bought a BMW 118d SE two years ago for £13k as an approved used car with 23k miles. 3-6 months in the start stop function ceased to work -... -
Can you help with running problems in my Ford Puma? 19 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm after information regarding my 1.7 VCT Ford Puma. I have had bad running issues for some time now. Basically, when I start the car from cold the engine... -
Is the Peugeot 108 engine known for chain cam issues? 8 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
Our 2015 Peugeot 108 has covered less than 52k miles but the rattling noise from the engine has been diagnosed as a failing cam chain/guides. The garage... -
Should I treat the rust on my 2002 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter camper van? 27 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've bought a 2002 4WD Mercedes-Benz Sprinter high roof van that's partially converted as a camper. It's been well maintained but has some rust along the... -
What should I look out for when buying a used 14-year-old BMW? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying an older 2000 X-reg BMW with 50,000 miles, one previous owner and FSH from a dealer. Apart from ascertaining the regularity of... -
Mycrar 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have driven a Nissan Micra 1.3 auto from new for nearly 13 years, with very little going wrong. I had the gearbox sorted by King Automatics of Epsom... -
Faulty second hand car 1 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
I bought a car last month and it ended up with a faulty turbo a week after. I put a deposit towards it on the 12th, the car passed the MOT on the 14th... -
What's wrong with my Chrysler Voyager? 21 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a Chrysler Voyager (2000 model). When travelling over 3000rpm, it leaks oil over the top of the dip stick. It has also developed a misfire. Any idea... -
How long should a DSG clutch last? 25 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at a Dec 2019 Skoda Karoq TSI 1.5 SE-L DSG with 30,000 miles. Could you tell me please if it will have a wet or dry clutch and is it true... -
How many miles will a VW Transporter T5 last? 27 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
Is 133,910 miles classed as high mileage for a 2007 VW T5 SWB Campervan 2.0 85PS? What mileage could you expect from this engine? -
Would a 9-year-old van with 130,000 miles on the clock be an unwise purchase? 4 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have been looking at a 2011 Peugeot Expert. It's being sold at £2500 and has 130,000 miles on the clock. Is that high? Also, how long would that last... -
What is causing wheel judder on my car when pulling out of junctions? 5 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
I own an Audi Q3 and there is slight wheel spin causing judder when setting off or turning out of junctions - but not all the time. Is it something to... -
I've seen a BT Ford Transit for sale - is that legal? 13 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I've seen a BT Ford Transit van being sold privately by an employee. Is that legal? I might buy it. -
I'm getting a 'risk of filter clogging' warning - what do you advise I do? 18 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Peugeot Partner which has just started displaying a 'risk of filter clogging' warning. I took it for a run on the dual carriageway, but it... -
Volkswagen Beetle gearbox chatter 11 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a Volkswagen Beetle 1.4 TSI. The car is a 2012 model and has started making a loud noise from under the bonnet. It seems to go when... -
Does the C-Class have a chain-cam engine? 9 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm planning to buy a 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 CDI from a friend for £3750. It's done 155,000 miles, has a full service history and is in a very good condition.... -
Audi A1 13 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I ordered an Audi A1 in January and have discovered a facelift of the car is in the pipeline, obviously if this is a significant revision I do not want...
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