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  Most reliable used car? 8 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have had bad experiences of buying poor quality cars or buying from wrong places. I would like to take a safer bet from now on but I do realise cars...
• Fiat Punto "Axle & Suspension" 9 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  Just gave myself a nasty shock by looking up Puntos from 1999 on Reliability Index. Reliability is excellent at 28 but 66.67% of claims have arisen from "Axle & Suspension". If at the front, this could be expensive. Does anyone have any experience of this? Mine is the 1.2 ELX Speedgear CVT 5-door, first reg. 29-01-01, current mileage 36,400.
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  Can you recommend the best used, small crossover? 16 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a used, compact SUV/crossover for around £14,000. I do mainly town driving and short motorway trips, so was thinking a petrol automatic...
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  What is the best car to buy for reliability? 22 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have previously owned three BMW series 3 models and enjoyed driving all three. I am now looking to purchase a used vehicle to replace my last BMW and...
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  Buying new BMW 3 Series - any advice? 5 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a new BMW 3 Series diesel automatic, but I am a bit concerned about the long term reliability. I would ideally like to keep it...
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  Can you help with my car search? 15 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I've shortened my used car search list to either a Mazda 2 after 2007 or a Ford Fiesta after 2008. I have used the warranty index stats to come up with...
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  Should I buy a Jaguar XF or a Skoda Superb as a private hire vehicle? 11 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am struggling to decide which car to purchase for use as a private hire taxi: a 2016 Jaguar XF 2.0 Portfolio or a Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI CR SE L Executive...
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  Seven seat crossover? Cadillac or Mercedes? 22 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking for a crossover/soft-roader. We also would like 6 or 7 seats for times when we have my in-laws with us (for short drives mostly).Our driving...
• Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 15-12-2018 Part 2 20 Dec 2018 (Forum)
  Re: Faults Economies I agree that (IMHO) the WD Reliability Index doesn't take into account many factors, including the extent that each owner looks after the car (i.e. whether it's home maintained, at a rubbish backstreet indie or a decent one, similarly with the main dealers [whose quality can vary just as much]) and, just as importantly, drives it - someone who treats it with sympathy will get more life out of it without trouble than those who don't.
• Mitsubishi Shogun (2007 - ) - Considering.... 24 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  I am searching for up to date honest opinions on the new Shogun - 2007 3.2 TD Automatic. Comments on the reliability index are not encouraging(!) If not the Shogun -an alternative please, must have 4WD diesel and auto, to tow max 2000kg. Thanks.
• Nissan Note / Mazda 3 - recommend - Nissan Note vs. Mazda 3 9 May 2010 (Forum)
  Hence safety and motorway driving characterisitics may be inferior. 2) Nissan less reliable than Mazda, as per car reliability index stats. Mazda 3 Advantages:- 1) Larger car segment; Hence better safety and motorway driving charaterisitcs 2) Mazda more reliable than Nissan as per warrant direct stats.
• Honda Accord UK (2003 - 2008) - High mileage honda accord 22 May 2008 (Forum)
  Based on the reliability index Honda ACCORD 2003 to 2008 model seems to be the most reliable car in this bracket. However, my budget could only buy those with high mileage from 80,000 upwards. Due to reliability, I think I prefer ex fleet to privately used from supermarket dealers.
• Toyota Corolla and Verso diesel; nissan almera - corolla diesel 2.0 D-4D vs. almera diesel 2.2dci 6 May 2010 (Forum)
   I am currently considering either the Corolla hatchback 2.0 D-4D or the  Nissan Almera 2.2 Dci.  The main consideration with the car would be reliability. Please could you provide your opinions on which car could be more reliable? Also does anyone know whether either of these cars have a Dual Mass Flywheel? I know that the almera has a cam chain while the corolla has a cam belt.I  don't mind having to change a cam belt if in all other respects the Corolla would be more reliable.
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  French reunited 23 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I just moved to France with my wife and we are unfamiliar with the European models, and thus, reliability. The French swear by their Clios and their 306/307s,...
• colt/c1/argo/107 - mitsubishi colt vs toyota aygo/c1/107 11 Apr 2016 (Forum)
  As above, need to buy a new smaller car and not to sure on the colt vs the argo faimly, does any one have any experiences with these? From what i can tell the argo family from the car reliablity index has electrical and cooling and heating issues, but i have also read the clutch needs a bigger one and the brake discs go more frequently, these are easy fixes for the home mechanic. The colt on the other hand looks like the electrical,fuel system and suspension and axle seems to be quite high on repairs?
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  Dependability Rankings 3 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Hi there I just read an article on toyota yaris which scored number one in sub compact cars that you posted a while back on your blog: http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/toyota/toyota-yaris-d-4d-2002-road-test/ I...
• brake pad material 20 May 2016 (Forum)
  If Concrete's thread about models' reliability refers to a certain 'Index of Reliability', then I went and had a quick (refresh) look. Some of it IS a bit odd though - I mean, I wouldn't have thought there were vast numbers of Chevy Kalos and Tacumas running about - maybe their owners don't make claims because they hardly ever use their cars?
• MPV - for 'a grand'? 14 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  (Nissan Note would hit the mark...but far out of price range....) Scenics...read everywhere how 'bad' they are for reliability/fire risk etc. But still like them. Nissan Tino...1.8s and high tax so seem costly...also reliability issues. Picassa...reliability issues, and probably too expensive? Merivas? Zafiras? Mazda Premacy?
• Honda Prelude (1983 - 1992) - 90 2.0 petrol Cooling problem 21 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  Is it best to replace both sensors? Would be grateful for any reliable information/best procedure. Mikey
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  What's the best hybrid SUV for towing? 10 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for an automatic hybrid car with a raised driving position. It must have enough power and torque to tow a 1440kg caravan. What would you recommend...