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Does my 2005 Audi A4 require a cam belt change at 40,000 miles? 1 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have run an Audi A4 TDI SE (multitronic gearbox) for five years since new. It is a second car and has a fairly gentle life. It is only used for journeys... -
Is this Skoda service plan a good deal for my 2007 Roomster? 20 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I own a Skoda Roomster 56-reg and have done since new in January 2007. It has about 28,000 on the clock and has been serviced at the local Skoda dealer... -
I've been offered good deals on the Toyota Avensis and Citroen C5 D Tourers - which should I pick? 12 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've been offered good deals on the 2.0 D Tourer versions of both the Toyota Avensis & the Citroen C5 VTR. There is little to chose between them on price... -
On the hole, yes 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have checked on your website as to whether you have covered the topic of dealing with potholes as well as snow and ice with a 4x4. People seem mainly... -
Clutch bagged 18 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
My two-year old Renault Scenic with just 20,000 miles on the clock was recently diagnosed with a failing clutch release bearing, and it was with great... -
Ferrous ox ire 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I put a deposit on a Hyundai 1.6 CRDI Comfort 58 pre Reg with 30 miles on the clock. It was a very good price: £9,799 at Hyundai/SEAT Dealers Coupers of... -
Disturboed 3 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
When I purchased my 54 plate X-Trail 2 years ago I was concerned to read your report regarding turbo failure on the 2.2 DCi engine. Accordingly, when the... -
Best used small car for £6k? 7 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
My sister currently has a 2006 Fiat Punto 1.3 diesel that is getting a little unreliable and costly to run. She covers 12,000 miles a year and would like... -
Why is there noise coming from the front wheels of my Toyota Auris? 27 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2016 Toyota Auris 1.6-litre diesel that's done 18,200 miles. The car was purchased brand new in February and it had its first service in July.... -
What's the best way to treat mould on the dash, door upholstery and seats? 29 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
What's the best way to treat mould on the dash, door upholstery and seats? -
What are the most economical cars? 2 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
Do you have a top 10 or similar of most economical cars? It would be nice to see a list that would have specific engines included, i.e. Ford Focus 1.5... -
Should I buy a hybrid or plug-in hybrid car? 15 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
I always bought new cars every 3 years and, in 2015, with 2 grandchildren, bought a BMW 218d Gran Tourer. Great car; no complaints and no issues. Don't... -
I'm having trouble selling my Nissan Figaro - any suggestions on how? 27 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I own a Nissan Figaro but can't seem to sell it. It has 60,000 miles on the clock and has been garaged so is in reasonably good condition. Any suggestions... -
Discovered my 'new' car is not actually all that new - what should I do? 8 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
My wife bought a new Vauxhall Ampera in 2014 from a main dealer. We knew the Ampera was at the end of the production line but nothing was said to indicate... -
Selling a classic Chevrolet? 12 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I own a 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 2D Sport Coupe. I'm in the U.S. The car does not run. Engine problem, probably serious. Has been sitting for a long... -
Why doesn't my BMW's Efficient Dynamics system work for short journeys? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
The AutoStop/Start on my 2009 BMW 120 M Sport stopped operating on a journey from Bromley, Kent to Cornwall. On return from holiday, 500 miles later, I... -
Who should cover these repair costs? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a 10 year old 100,000 mile Audi TT 225 manual petrol quattro for which I paid £5350 cash from a dealer. Having taken delivery I now... -
Previous confliction 19 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
In May 2009 I bought a Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 diesel from a VW main dealer. The car was first registered in August 2008 and had 14,000 miles on the clock.... -
What's the best £5k car for a learner driver? 30 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
My partner is looking into buying a car for her 17 year son to help pass his test and to keep through university. They have £5000 to spend, but don't know... -
BMW 1 Series timing chain failure - does this sound right? 5 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife & I bought a BMW 118d SE two years ago for £13k as an approved used car with 23k miles. 3-6 months in the start stop function ceased to work -...

