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Is the new, more strict MOT test designed to force cars off the road? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I understand that a stricter two-yearly MOT test has been introduced with effect from January 2012, including items such as ESP, airbags and other potential... -
Does the new 'continuous insurance' mean that my wife can drive her new car whilst her old one is prepared for sale? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
The item in the recent issue of the Telegraph on the DoT issuing an uncompromising formal warning to drivers to "get insured ahead of a new crackdown"... -
What's the best and safest way to sell an MG TF? 18 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has an MG TF 160 VVC which she will trade-in for a Fiat 500 Lounge. The garage has offered her £300 trade-in. Is there a better way to sell... -
MY five year old MINI Cooper just failed the MoT, needing a total rear brake replacement - is this a common fault? 23 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
My MINI Cooper kist failed its MoT because it needs a total rear brake replacement. I was told it had warped rear callipers, worn rear disks, pads and... -
Recently-purchased used vehicle destroyed by fire - where do I stand? 24 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a used car from a reputable local dealership. One month later I noticed a loss of power and a harsh grinding sound immediately prior to pulling... -
Should I switch from my manual Honda Jazz to an automatic car? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am a pensionable age female who is currently driving a Honda Jazz EX, manual transmission, which I think is absolutely wonderful. My brother in law keeps... -
When should I replace the cam belt on my Ford Fiesta? 27 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2008 Ford Fiesta is due for its five year service. It has covered 30,000 miles and has been running perfectly. Can you tell me if there’s any know issues... -
I bought a car privately which turns out to be faulty - what should I do? 29 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used car through Facebook. On inspection we figured out there was something wrong with one part of car but we were not sure. We offered an amount... -
A recommendation for Stratstone Cars. 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Some little while ago I bought a new LHD Jaguar XF from Stratstone, Slough and took it back to France. It was an absolutely brilliant car that developed... -
Honda Civic S Type brake pads - replacement on a car we have just bought? 6 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
At the end of March we purchased a Honda Civic 2003 S Type car with 58850 miles on the clock, as part of the deal we had the car serviced and MOT'd at... -
Used car with gearbox problems 25 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Fiat Grande Punto 3 weeks ago from a used car dealer. I have noticed a whine in 1st and 2nd gear, and upon visiting a local garage they have... -
Is there any way I can dispute a parking charge notice issued after I stopped outside a shop for 15 minutes? 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
In early July, as a lady was closing her small shop for the evening, I parked on her small forecourt after asking her permission. I left some 15/20 minutes... -
Can you recommend a cheap used car? 9 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
I own a five-year-old Kia Venga petrol. The best I get from this car is 44mpg. So, with fuel prices increasing, I am looking to swap my car for something... -
Driving 35K miles a year - which car offers the best economy? 19 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I will be driving 35,000 miles a year. I'd like to know what the most cost-effective motoring solution would be (overall cost, covering depreciation, servicing... -
My friend bought a car and within a week the clutch needs replacing. Is the dealer liable? 17 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
My friend bought a car from a dealer and within a week it needs a new clutch. He's reported this to the dealer and they have basically said the car was... -
Why will my insurer not cover my new car? 18 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a Ford Focus ST-Line X 2020, and when I tried to insure it with my current car insurers, they just replied we don't insure that type of... -
Should I get a new car on finance or buy a used car? 15 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
Is now the time to buy a new car on PCP or should I buy secondhand? I currently drive a Range Rover Evoque, which is on a PCP ending in July. The car has... -
Why won't the dealer give us details of the service history of a car we bought? 10 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
My daughter bought a 2015 Range Rover Sport in March this year with 40K miles from an approved Land Rover dealer. The car broke down on a recent journey... -
My car was damaged when in an NCP car park 19 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I returned from holiday on Sat 16th June to pick up my car a Rover 416si Reg N698 BOF from the NCP car park at Birmingham airport to find it had been vandalised.... -
Is my Jaguar XF's used car warranty still valid despite exceeding mileage restriction? 11 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used Jaguar X-Type from an independent car dealer just under three months ago and I was given a 3-month warranty with it. The clutch has now...
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