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Does having more than 9 years no claims bonus lower your insurance or is that the limit? 12 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have 29 years no claims bonus gained through various insurers and supported by Proof of Bonus documentation. In my experience most insurers, or quotes... -
What's a good short term van purchase? 15 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am aiming to buy a car again soon. However I will shortly be moving house and this is likely to be a prolonged move. I have wondered about buying an... -
I'm buying a used Ford Transit - how do I check the service history? 7 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at a 36,000 mile 2019 Ford Transit which has been a company vehicle. The seller says it was a lease vehicle with Enterprise and possibly an... -
Supermarket fuel v branded fuel - which is best? 27 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a question for you about what is the best, most suitable fuel (petrol) to put in my recently bought 2019 Kadjar S Edition 1.3 TCe 140 EDC with 21K... -
How do I maintain my no claims discount if I have a company car? 12 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I've a car which I'm getting rid of where I am the primary named driver on a personal policy, with 20+ years NCB. I do not intend to get a replacement... -
Is a used Ford Transit Custom a reliable buy? 4 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at a 2016 Ford Transit Custom, however I have read terrible reviews of this year’s model. The model I am looking at is a limited black 2.0... -
I'm struggling to get insurance now I'm over 80 - what can I do? 29 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am over 80 and a very experienced driver but my recent quotes from mainstream insurance companies have more than doubled my quotes. My main car is a... -
Is it legal to replace Halogen bulbs with LED bulbs? 27 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
I recently replaced the high and low beam bulbs with Philips Racingvisoon (Halogen) and noticed a definite improvement. I have always thought that LED... -
Our numberplate was cloned and we received a parking ticket, what can we do to appeal? 10 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
My wife recently received a parking fine from Euro Carparks for overstaying in a Sainsbury’s car park in Surrey. At the time the vehicle was parked on... -
My TPMS system shows a warning when the car is cold, but disappears when it is warm. Should I inflate the tyres more to avoid this? 28 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a Toyota Yaris Cross and recently the in-car tyre pressure readout keeps showing a number of tyres as being below the required pressure. However,... -
Are the BMW diesel engines in P38 Range Rovers reliable? 16 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
With the weather becoming more unpredictable and winter soon upon us I've been looking at a 1999 P38 DT 2.5 DSE with the BMW engine. 1. Are there any... -
How can I improve the performance of my headlights? 2 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Toyota RAV4 XT5. The headlight lenses are not yellowed but not as clear as they were. I have tried a cleaning kit and there was minimal... -
What's the best family car that will fit three car seats? 4 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
What car would you recommend that can comfortably accommodate two booster seats and a baby seat in the second row? Or is it better looking for a 7 seater... -
What impact will Euro 7 emissions regulations have? 29 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have seen that Euro 7 is programmed for 1st July 2025. The requirements for this are greatly beyond Euro 6. Is this definitely the future for the UK... -
Is the Vauxhall 1.6 CDTi engine reliable? 29 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am debating getting an Astra 1.6 CDTI but have heard some horror stories regarding the chain rattle and DPF issues on this engine. Am I just seeing the... -
I need to replacing my ancient Ford Fiesta, what should I choose? 14 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
We rather need to replace our high mileage and well worn 2004 Ford Fiesta. Still good to drive and almost completely reliable apart from troublesome front... -
How does the ULEZ scrappage scheme work? 8 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has an 11 year old diesel Mercedes M class that is current valued at approx £11K but is non ULEZ compliant. She lives within the boundary of... -
Do modern automatics offer any engine braking? 2 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
Over the years I have had several cars with an auto gearbox and have always been very happy with what seems to be appropriate engine braking when going... -
I want a new-ish convertible to replace my old BMW 640d - what do you suggest? 14 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 BMW convertible has done 39,000 miles and is still going strong. I’m now thinking of selling and buying something newer (say 2-3 years old). I’m... -
How much will my 1995 Ford Mondeo Ghia X be worth? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Mondeo Ghia X, 1995 with a 6 cylinder, 2.5l engine. It has done about genuine 70km with new driveshafts, suspension, clutch, starter, windscreen,...

