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Seller of a car I'm looking at doesn't have all the service history paperwork. Is this a red flag? 19 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a 2010 car just to run around in but the seller can only provide evidence of its last service being 2017. He insistsIs this isn't a... -
How can I prevent my car's DPF clogging while it’s limited to short journeys during the lockdown? 1 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
My 2019 Range Rover will be parked up for the duration of the coronavirus lockdown, with the exception of a weekly 3-mile supermarket trip. It’s already... -
Can you recommend a small, automatic car that's cheap to insure for a young driver? 27 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a second car that I can insure my 19-year-old son on. My wife insists the car must be automatic and 5-door (as she will also use it). I... -
How early can I get an MoT done to preserve the date? 18 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
I had my car MoTd six weeks earlier on Feb 15th (the car was registered on the 29th of March) than it was due as it was being serviced. Should/could they... -
Is a diesel van a no go if I only do journeys of 10 miles? 25 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I want to change my Ford Connect for a Transit or Transit Custom. Most of my journeys are less than 10 miles - will I have DPF problems? -
Need a reliable used car for £3000 - any suggestions? 15 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace our trusty old Nissan Micra. I would like a small car that's cheap to run and very reliable. I have up to £3000 to spend. -
What cheap petrol car can carry a moped in the back? 8 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I need a cheap to run petrol vehicle on a budget of £3000 which is suitable for the London ULEZ and also needs to carry a moped in the back. Rear seats... -
What car would you recommend for a young lady who has recently passed her test? 7 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
What would you recommend for a young lady who has recently passed her test and has a budget of £7000 to £8000? Reliability is important. -
What's the difference between a panoramic sunroof and a normal sunroof? 19 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a car with a sliding sunroof. "Sunroof" in an advert generally means one that opens (as of course does "electric sunroof"), but "panoramic... -
Am I likely to have battery problems with a self-charging hybrid if I only do short journeys? 1 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
Am I likely to have battery problems with a self-charging hybrid if I only do short journeys? Are hybrids the way to go in replacing a car that you intend... -
I am buying a 1972 Renault 4TL - do I need to use a fuel additive with this motor? 24 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am buying a 1972 Renault 4TL. Do I need to use a fuel additive with this motor? -
How much is a 1991 Audi 80 Sport worth? 22 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a J reg Audi 80 Sport with 11,000 miles on the clock. Can you give me a valuation please? -
What's the best van based car or van for under £3000? 25 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
What's the best van based car or van for under £3000 suitable for carrying a couple of dog cages and towing a small lightweight trailer? -
What can I do to ensure my seven-year old Jaguar XF continues to run smoothly? 8 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
My 2012 Jaguar XF 2.2 D now has 65000 miles on the clock and I intend keeping it for a few more years yet. Apart from a regular yearly service is there... -
What's the best first car for young driver on a £2000 budget? 23 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
My daughter, who is 17, is currently learning to drive. What cars would you recommend for her as a first car? Reliability and safety are paramount, I have... -
Is my power steering failure down to a low battery? 7 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
My power steering has failed.The power steering warning light has not come on but the battery warning light is on now constantly. Is the power steering... -
I'm leaving my car sat on my driveway for nine weeks in winter - should I disconnect the battery? 23 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm leaving my 2015 Volkswagen Jetta and Volkswagen Golf on my driveway for nine weeks in winter. Should I disconnect the batteries? -
My Skoda Fabia 2.0 consumes a litre of oil every 1000 miles - is this normal? 7 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 2011 Skoda Fabia 2.0 TFSI consumes about a litre of oil every 1000 miles. The garage has told me this is normal for this engine. Is it normal? -
Is there a product for treating superficial scratches on my windscreen? 11 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have an increasing number of very superficial scratches on my windscreen. I cannot feel the abrasions if I run my thumb over them and the cause is unknown.... -
Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? 4 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? I'm considering a Honda FR-V.

