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  • Can you recommend a set of tyres for my 2009 Mondeo that will offer good grip on wet grass? 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2009 Mondeo Titanium 2-litre TDCI automatic estate. It's used for towing a caravan and we're due to set off on our annual six-week European tour...
  • Electronic handbrake problem 22 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I am getting a grinding/squealing noise coming from the electronic handbrake unit location on my Scenic 2004. The noise only occurs when I am stopping...
  • Should we have our cars serviced annually despite low mileage? 23 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I was told some time ago that the rule of thumb for servicing a car was mileage or annually, whichever came first. As I am a low mileage driver (38,000...
  • Low pro-vile 22 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 4-year-old BMW 320 diesel Touring automatic, which is fine in all respects and has behaved immaculately since purchased new. It is fitted with...
  • Would you still recommend the Nissan X-Trail as an excellent 4x4 vehicle? 17 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    When they first came out, you seemed impressed with the Nissan X-Trail. Now some time has passed, do you still hold them in the same high regard? I have...
  • Reasonably priced star 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I am following a Dec 2005, Merc 320CDI estate, auto on eBay. This has a full MB dealer history fully documented, two professional owners and despite the...
  • Write decision 20 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Yesterday on a water-covered surface I braked but slid into the car in front. Damage to my car is to radiator and front bumper - the car In front had a...
  • Cornish pasting 5 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I am the proud owner of a 2004 MG ZT 260 SE. The general build quality is great. The handling, ride and braking are superb. The performance from the Ford...
  • Pootle barge 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I'm leaving London for the country and want to buy a tax-free car to pootle around in locally. I'm not overly-mechanically skilled, though can do the basics;...
  • Two left feet 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I would like to endorse you advice in using automatics. In the 1960s I took over my father's automatic Jag, having just sold a manual Mk2. I quickly worked...
  • Miss Ratchet 1 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I wonder if you would be able to resolve a slight disagreement between my partner and me? He's just put me on the insurance for his car (a year 2000 VW...
  • Breakdown of communication 24 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I bought my 04 reg Renault Espace 18 months ago. It ran fine until it decided it wanted to go at 10mph. I limped it to the Renault garage that said on...
  • Can I return my faulty car bought on finance recently? 4 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a used Vauxhall Astra 1.9 CDTi 2006 reg with 68,000 finance. Having now had it for just over a month it's got an issue with a whining sound from...
  • What should I look at when buying a used car that has stood for six months? 17 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
    I may have the opportunity to buy a Ford Fiesta from a friend who is emigrating to New Zealand. It is a 2017 Automatic 1.0 Ecoboost . By the time they...
  • Can I get a shock absorber replaced under warranty? 26 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
    My 71 reg Volvo XC40 (22,600 mls) has just had its 3 year service at a main dealer and was due its first MoT. I was told on collection that it needs one...
  • How should I use neutral with an automatic transmission? 25 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
    First time driver of an automatic car here so be kind! When shall I select neutral? Does not putting the car in neutral when stationary (such as at traffic...
  • How do I calculate the size of a space saver spare wheel and tyre? 31 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to purchase a slim fit spare wheel of the smallest size I can as I do not have a spare wheel but I cannot find the overall size of a wheel...
  • We only do 1000 miles a year - will this affect the battery on our hybrid? 29 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
    As we do only 1000 miles a year, a mechanic mentioned on servicing that the hybrid battery on our Suzuki is not charging enough. Is there an issue regarding...
  • What's the best small car for up to £9000? 3 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
    What is the best solution for my needs. I spend the summer in England and would like a smallish car for that period. Price range £8000 to £9000. I will...
  • I'm rejecting a car but the dealer is deducting £2000 for loss of value, is this fair? 31 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I purchased a BMW X3 2019 model in Jan 2023 and it has developed issues with its brake discs. I have given the dealer four opportunities to repair but...
 

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