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I want a small/medium SUV as a company car but I would like the BIK to be £4000 maximum per year - what do you suggest? 29 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want a small to medium SUV as a company car but I would like the benefit in kind to be no more than £4000 per year. My mileage is approximately 15,000... -
Focus 1.8 TDCi injector problem 3 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I just bought a used 57 plate Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi. I had it serviced and the guy said that the injector has a bit of a leak and the seals need to be replaced... -
What is the likelihood of the DVLA revoking a penalty for not declaring SORN on my Sierra XR4x4? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
Since 1990 I have owned a 1988 Ford Sierra XR 4X4 that I used for many years in connection with my business. Consequently, I showed my office address as... -
Why is the Trafficmaster system being retired? 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
In 1998, we purchased a silver Vauxhall Vectra which had a built-in Trafficmaster, which advised of road conditions ahead. This was especially effective... -
Small fault, possibly large bill, who should pay? 13 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
My Toyota 2008 25000miles bought from independent dealer 1st Sept 2011 We had a problem with our 2008 Yaris 1.3 SR within the 1st week of ownership... -
Are accident management companies pushing up insurance premiums? 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I was interested to read your letter headed ‘Decline and Fall’ in the DT dated Saturday 13 August. I had an almost identical situation arise as MM of Hawick... -
My Chevrolet Lacetti is suffering from an engine problem - can I return it to the dealer? 14 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2006/ 06 plate Chevrolet Lacetti 1600 4 door saloon from a reputable dealer local to myself. It had a genuine mileage of 14,000. Seven days... -
Do cars not have a wheelbrace and jack anymore? 26 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
Cars haven't had a spare wheel for a long time. But I have just got a new Renault Austral. It has no jack or wheel brace. The dealer told me I shouldn't... -
How are PCP balloon figures calculated? 8 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
How do car dealers decide on the figures when offering a PCP deal? How much depends on the length of the contract, the value of the car and agreed mileage... -
Audi A6 air leak - how can I fix it? 17 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
My Audi A6 2.5 TDI takes ages to start. I suspect air in the fuel line. Any ideas where this might get in and any tips on fixing it? I -
Can I reject a used car because it has MoT advisories? 28 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Nissan Qashqai from trade centre on HP as well as part exchange, I was told it had passed the MoT in April but did not receive the certificate.... -
I discovered our privately bought van has accident damage - what are my rights? 9 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used van privately in October 2022 (5 months ago). It has developed several faults during that time which I have put down to bad luck and had... -
Audi A6 Avant blowing white smoke 29 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDI. It had previously been sitting idle for a month or two, but drove fine on the trip home. However, after... -
Nissan Juke key fault - Can I reject the car? 15 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a private leasing agreement for a Nissan Juke on a three year deal. I took delivery of the vehicle three months ago and within days the yellow... -
Please warn your readers about the Siemens tyre pressure monitoring valves as fitted to my Citroen C5. 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I feel bound to add weight to the letter from RH of Cumbria about the catastrophic failure of certain tyre pressure monitoring systems. In February 2010... -
I've found a solution to the Renault Clio II coil light fault associated with a stalling engine. 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I think I have cracked the problem related to the Renault Clio coil light coming on, followed by fluctuating revs and cutting out at junctions and when... -
Government wealth warning 4 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
What is the best way to sell a 2,200 mile 2008/08 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH 5,900 cc S V12 2+2, and what sort of price should I be looking for? The spec reads:... -
Which EV is best for comfort, estate-like space and good range? 24 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
Is there a BEV available now or upcoming with similar or greater space inside as a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV? I have test driven the VW ID.7 Tourer - space... -
Can I renew my EV road tax early so it's free for longer? 5 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
Now that EV's will be liable for Road Tax from 01/05/2025 I see lots of people advocating renewing the current free Road Tax early to gain an extra period... -
I'm worried about the full tank of petrol in my stored car during lockdown. Should I drain it? 17 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I do not expect to use my car for another three weeks due to the coronavirus lockdown. It has already been stored in the garage for three weeks. I'm following...

