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Problems with Nissan Micra 14 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
please can you help, I bought a nissan micra three years ago (it was a year old) and it is now 4 years old. It has always been serviced at a nissan garage... -
Shoddy garage work - am I entitled to compensation? 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
A wheel bolt has been cross-threaded into the rear hub of my 2001 VW Polo SDI. My local garage has advised that, as a result of this, the rear hub will... -
Does the Highway Code include advice for driving on motorways in thick fog? 2 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
As a result of seeing the horrendous pictures of the crash on the M5 at Taunton, I have read through the section of The Highway Code relating to motorways.... -
What is the ABS fault on my 2007 Skoda Octavia? 13 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
My 2007 Skoda Octavia diesel, which has covered under 40,000 miles, recently developed a fault involving the steering, speedometer and ABS. The car was... -
Mitsubishi Colt auto won't engage reverse gear 28 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
The auto reverse gear usually engages first time but occasionally when I stop, leave the engine running putting it into neutral and then into reverse again... -
What preparation to do before a sale? 14 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
Three questions. My lovely BMW 330i SE Touring first reg 05/02/2001. Mileage 116,000 is now turning into money pit. Various sensors replaced etc. Steering... -
Should I sell my 2004 Mercedes-Benz E270 to avoid problems in the future? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Mercedes-Benz E270 CDI Elegance Estate on 1 September 2004. It has only done 55,000 miles, is in excellent condition and has been serviced... -
Which tyres should I fit to my 2003 Lexus IS 200 for motorway use? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2003 Lexus IS 200 Sportcross with 205/55x16 V Bridgestone ER300 Turanzas that need renewing soon. I would appreciate your advice as to the best... -
Dale Winters 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
As I've recently moved to the Yorkshire Dales I'm interested in purchasing some winter tyres for my Mazda 6 2.0 TS. It's currently shod with 205/55 R16... -
Does my Volkswagen Passat DSG have a dual mass flywheel? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Passat diesel with DSG gearbox. I believe that you have suggested that there is less likelihood of damage to a DMF with an automatic... -
My 2007 Volkswagen Golf diesel is at 50,000 miles - should I sell it before it gets expensive? 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2007 Volkswagen Golf 170 diesel with 50,000 miles on the clock, owned from new. The ESP warning lamp has just come on, it is nearly due for a cambelt... -
As a professional truck driver, can I offer some guidance on how to control an automatic to avoid hesitancy and slow changing? 3 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I drive trucks for a living and read most weeks about people passing comments regarding the hesitancy and slow changing of automated manual transmissions.... -
Why doesn't the UK install traffic light countdowns as used in Egypt? 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I returned from holiday in Egypt (before the troubles) and experienced the crazy traffic in Cairo. The way they drive there would give anti driver groups... -
Can I use winter tyres on my Audi RS4 in the French Alps? 25 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am driving to the French Alps this winter and am visiting several ski resorts. I have a 2007 Audi RS4 and am concerned about icy/snowy roads. It is my... -
Is a five-year-old catalytic converter really halfway through its life? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
On saturday I had my catalytic converter cut off while my car was parked in a restaurant car park. I have fully comp insurance with a £250 excess. I reported... -
What should I have checked on my LPG-converted Subaru Impreza as it reaches 110,000 miles? 20 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2002 Subaru Impreza saloon 2-litre automatic. I bought it from a main dealer in 2007 and had it converted to run on LPG. I get it regularly serviced... -
Should I spend £1000 on repairs to my 10-year-old Volkswagen Golf or replace it? 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I own a 10-year-old Volkswagen Golf which has done over 176,000 miles and whose MOT is coming up in August. At the time of its last MOT my local mechanic... -
What do you think of the Nissan Tiida? 4 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm not sure whether to trade in my 2002 52-reg 1.5 S model Nissan Almera or spend more on new tyres and brake pads. I visited a showroom and saw a basic... -
Cupra runneth over 6 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I kept looking for a SEAT Leon 20VT, with little success, but then a Cupra R came up only a few miles from home. Although 02, it was lowish mileage and... -
Roving sigh 9 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I read your page in The Telegraph every Saturday and know that you do not favour very low mileage second-hand cars. There is the opportunity to purchase...