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Why is my Volkswagen Passat juddering when I start it? 24 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2010 Volkswagen Passat CC automatic diesel. It's started to judder when I start it. Any ideas what it could be? It's driving me mad. -
Ford Galaxy Powershift clutch judder 8 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
Four weeks ago my Ford Galaxy 2010 Automatic began juddering during driving a bit like misfiring. I took to Shaftesbury Ford and the diagnostics said it... -
Should I buy a BMW 640d with 100k on the clock? 26 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have recently seen a 2012 plate BMW 640d for sale with 100,000 miles on the clock.The car has a full service history, but I am a little worried about... -
Saab 9-3 turbo problems 11 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a Saab 9-3 1.9 TDI (2006) and recently the engine management light came on, with lots of black smoke coming out of the exhaust. The EGR was replaced,... -
Why doesn't the Citroen service agreement include three services? 5 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Nearly three years ago I bought a new Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 1.6HDI, plus the Citroen 3-year service agreement from a Citroen UK Main dealer in Coventry.... -
Should I sell my Volkswagen Passat while used car prices are still high? 3 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2018 Volkswagen Passat GT 1.5 TSI Petrol DSG, with a panoramic roof, with 24,000 miles on the clock. It is in very good condition with a full VW... -
Why do some motoring journalists continue to describe cars as unreliable when more recent models have improved? 13 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I wonder about the way in which motoring correspondents talk about the reliability of one make of car or another. I imagine there are statistics with a... -
What could be the cause of my engine's loss of power? 10 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I own a Renault Kadjar Dynamique Nav DCI with a 1461cc engine on a F plate. It is in what I believe is known as Limp Mode. There are 2 warning lights... -
How do I carry out a DPF regeneration on an automatic? 4 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have an 8-speed automatic Ford Transit Connect. A NOX sensor recently failed and resulted in diesel finding its way into the oil because a regeneration... -
How to choose a good used camper van? 28 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am selling my house and thinking of buying a larger camper van to live in while looking for a new place as my current camper is too tiny to do this.... -
Are used motorhomes with low mileages going to cost a lot in future bills? 17 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have seen a very nice 2011 Peugeot Boxer diesel motorhome for sale with very few miles on the clock. It appears to be immaculate but I wonder if the... -
My Ford Kuga broke down at 65,000 miles - is the dealer responsible to fix it? 11 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi automatic two years ago, with approximately 50,000 miles on the clock. It started juddering and displayed a transmission... -
Would a high mileage van be reliable? 8 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a secondhand 1.6-litre 2014 Citroen Berlingo or Peugeot Partner for my dog care business. The guy in the garage advised that a 60,000 mile... -
I tried to safely assist my Ford Galaxy's passive DPF regeneration - is my engine okay? 22 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've recently purchased a 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.0 TDCi. After the local Ford dealer changed oil and all filters they advised me to (as the car was immobile... -
Should I get a diesel Volkswagen Golf VII? 31 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a three/four year old Volkswagen Golf VII for around £10,000-13,000, which has covered about 30,000 miles. Which engine and fuel type do... -
Which SUV is best for family life? 7 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace our 2006 Saab 93 estate, your advice on an SUV style vehicle as a replacement would be appreciated? Our budget is up to £14,000... -
I want to buy a 7-seater MPV - do you recommend the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Please could you help me? I am looking for a used 7-seater MPV for around £6000 - £7000. I will be trading in my 2007 Golf and would like to know if it's... -
Gearly departed 23 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
Our 2004 Ford C-Max 1.6TDCI CVT had completed 74,000 miles when the gearbox failed whilst on the second day of a holiday in Wales. The RAC was called out... -
Bore and stroke 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
Please can you give us any advice regarding a problem with the Toyota Avensis? Earlier this year we noticed our car was using a lot of oil and our son... -
How often should a Fiat 500 be serviced? 20 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a used (three or four years old) Fiat 500 with a petrol engine. However, each one I have enquired about appears to have been serviced...
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