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Unbroken brakes 11 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
I read in last weeks Saturday motoring section, your reply to a motorist who complained about having to replace brake discs and pads after only 19,000... -
Are Skoda Yeti DSG gearboxes reliable? 25 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
Are DSG gearboxes on Skoda yeti reliable? -
My car failed its MoT on DRLs only - is this right? 7 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
My Kia Cee'd 2015 failed its MoT on its daytime running lights only. After reading some responses and checking online it does say my car should be exempt... -
Buying a Ford Fusion - anything we should know? 27 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
My friend has just been offered a 2007 Ford Fusion 1.6 automatic with 50,000 miles on the clock for £2800. Are these cars good? Is this a good price? Her... -
Are diesel Fiestas any good? 22 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
Are the diesel Ford Fiestas after 2008 any good? I need a car for covering 9000 miles a year and like the bodykit on the upmarket Fiestas. However, it's... -
Can I disable my car's daytime running lights? 21 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
My new Skoda Octavia Elegance has the option to disable the daytime running lights. This is achieved very easily via the vehicle set-up menu and described... -
What car is best for carrying dogs? 18 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace our expensive to run 2007 Kia Sorento . It must accommodate up to three large dogs and cope with winter weather and rural roads for our... -
Replacing a Volvo V70? 13 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My parents have a diesel Volvo V70 estate 4WD. It is facing more costly repairs as bushes are wearing. They have a small farm shop and regularly carry... -
Air in my diesel fuel system 14 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have the a Citroen Berlingo with the 1998cc HDI engine. It has nearly 160,000 miles on the clock, and has been fully serviced. Runs brilliantly, except... -
Why are the Co2 levels in the Mini Cooper S and All 4 Countryman different? 21 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a new Mini Cooper S All 4 Countryman. Can you please explain why it is in a higher VED Tax bracket than the Mini Cooper S hatch which... -
What's a good automatic car for someone who has just passed their test? 16 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
My son and his girlfriend have both just passed their tests for automatic only. What would be a good first car that they could drive budget about £3k? -
What's a good small SUV for £6000? 4 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
What is the best small SUV in terms of reliability and running costs to buy second hand for around £6000? This vehicle will probably average under 5000... -
How do PHEVs heat the interior? 23 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
Do modern PHEVs use the ICE motor to heat the cabin? -
Is a petrol or diesel car better value? 2 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
What’s better, the petrol or diesel Peugeot 308? -
Should I buy a Dacia Sandero Bi-Fuel LPG car? 10 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
What, if any, are the cons of buying a Dacia Sandero LPG? -
Can you recommend a torque converter automatic? 9 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a small automatic that is run by torque converter, which cars do you recommend? -
Most fuel efficient petrol small SUV? 25 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
What's the best petrol small SUV for mpg? -
Should I disconnect the DPF? 25 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
What is your advice on disconnecting a DPF from a diesel car and running it without one? -
Can you recommend a hybrid car for a short person? 4 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
What's the best medium-sized hybrid car for short people? I would like a bit of luxury. -
How much does it cost to replace the timing belt on a 2015 Ford Fiesta? 2 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
How much would it cost for a timing belt on a 2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec?