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Which model of Audi A4 would you recommend for economical maintenance? 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I just passed my driving test and was considering buying a car. I'm 30 years old and an IT technician. I have always wanted to drive an Audi A4 but which... -
Degenerate 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have just been on the BMW website. There they have a new BMW 3 series 320d ED. From the news article it seems to be a very good car at BMW prices. Do... -
Why doesn't my warranty cover gearbox damage sustained to my Zafira due to a failed needle roller bearing? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I wonder if you can offer any advice on the following situation? A 2-year Mechanical Breakdown Insurance from Auto Protect, purchased via the dealer in... -
Volkswagen All-in service plan and warranty - is it worth it? 16 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
Volkswagen have a service plan and warranty called All-in. It’s for cars over 3 years old and included two MoTs, one minor service, one major service,... -
Water in petrol - the filling station is to blame? 29 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
My daughter recently re-fuelled with petrol that subsequent to the breakdown of her car turned out to contain 50% water. The filling station concerned... -
Is the Nissan X-Trail known for turbo problems? 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a '57 or '08 plate Nissan X-Trail and just come across some information that seems to indicate that the turbo has been a real problem.... -
Is my Nissan X-Trail's broken timing chain related to earlier turbocharger problems? 13 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought an '05 Nissan X-Trail new. At 2000 miles the turbo blew. At 30,000 the replacement blew which Nissan replaced out of warranty as a goodwill gesture... -
X3 problems? 4 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is proposing to buy a 2008 BMW X3 3.0l auto Diesel with 58000 miles on the clock. She mainly wants the car for transporting 2 children with... -
Buying Mum's Jazz - what to check out? 26 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm about to buy my Mum's old 53 reg Honda Jazz (at trade-in price). As far as I know there has never been anything wrong with it apart from an EGR valve... -
Powering down 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
We have a Ford C-Max Zetec 2.0TDCI and are going to obtain a newer car with a smaller engine. We both have mobility problems affecting getting in and out... -
Anchors awry 25 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am a retired Dr with a VW Golf Plus just out of guarantee and with only 26,000 miles on the clock. The ABS system has failed requiring a replacement... -
Is it worth upgrading my 1999 BMW 528i? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
In February 2000 I bought a 1999T BMW 528i Auto with 29,000 miles for £25,000. It has now done 141,000 miles and is still a pleasure to drive. The only... -
Accidental damage by breakdown services 10 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
My brand new, two week old car was suffering from electrics problems - e.g. alarm going off for no reason, air con not working etc - which the dealer quickly... -
DSG gearbox in new Skoda Superb - good idea? 3 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a Skoda Superb and wondering if there is still a problem with the DSG gearbox. I have seen reports that even though new cars have... -
Has anyone else had problems with water leaking into the new Vauxhall Meriva's doors? 29 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a new 2010 Vauxhall Meriva and have found a problem with water getting inside the door panels when it rains or when washing the car, which obviously... -
Is my Ford Focus breaking down because of a coil pack fault? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was driving along in the rain today when my Ford Focus decided not to work. I had my foot on the throttle and I was getting no response. I then stopped,... -
I live in Northern Ireland - after we leave the EU, will my UK insurance be valid if I drive over the border? 13 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
I currently live in Northern Ireland and I'm covered by GreenFlag. After we leave the EU, if I drive over the border to Eire, will I technically be in... -
Steering issues on a CR-V 13 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
CR-V had issues from new with wheel alignment finally resolved at aprox 28k. Honda just advised in reply to me concern re juddering in the steering... -
Thanks to the AA patrolman who rescued my daughter from the roadside. 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 19-year-old daughter phoned me at 9pm from the side of the A1 where she was broken down on her way to university. Whilst I was talking to her (she did... -
Is the 140PD engine in the 2007 Skoda Octavia prone to turbo and oil pump failure? 23 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a 2007 (07) Skoda Octavia with the 140PD engine in it. However I have found a few bad reports on the engine, some in relation to...
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