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How do I change the classification of my converted van to a campervan? 18 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have recently had my Renault Trafic van converted into a campervan by a company specialising in such conversions. My questions relate to maximum speeds,... -
Why has the fuel consumption in my car increased? 7 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
After six weeks of my VW Passat standing idle I took it for its MoT, which since then has shown a marked reduction in fuel consumption. My wife's monthly... -
What MoT class is a campervan? 22 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a Fiat Ducato panel van that was professionally converted to a camper van before it was first registered by the DOT. Its unladen weight is... -
What happens if my car fails an MoT before the date of expiry? 15 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
If my car fails the MoT prior to the expiry date of the current MoT certificate what is the status? When looking on the government check and MoT status... -
Do we have to buy a replacement vehicle for a 3rd party? 30 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
My disabled daughter reversed into a van parked opposite our drive and dented the side door, rail, sill, and rear panel. It is still drivable but the... -
How much will my 1995 Ford Mondeo Ghia X be worth? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Mondeo Ghia X, 1995 with a 6 cylinder, 2.5l engine. It has done about genuine 70km with new driveshafts, suspension, clutch, starter, windscreen,... -
I bought van and have discovered it has differing VIN numbers - where do I stand? 17 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
I bought a van a year ago with an MoT. I went to renew the MoT and was told that it has different VIN Numbers. Where do I stand to give it back? -
I bought an ex-police riot van but have found it is not registered - what do I do? 4 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
I bought an ex-police riot van last year which had an MoT at the time of purchase. Now I find I cannot MoT it as it is not registered. The dealership taxed... -
Volkswagen Caddy - cam belt or chain? 30 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have my 2018 Volkswagen Caddy 1.0-litre TSI booked in for its service and MoT at a Leicester main dealer next month. A short while ago they phoned to... -
How can I find a council-run MoT test centre? 12 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
I read a few years back that you could have your car MoT tested at a council-run testing centre. Is that still the case? How would I find my local council... -
How do I get my vehicle into the 'historic tax class'? 4 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a Land Rover that is approaching its 40th year. Please can you let me know how to get it classed as 'historic'? -
Is there a minimum requirement for brake discs? 19 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
Is there a minimum brake disc requirement on Vauxhall Vivaro vans or is it an upsell? -
Van doors don’t shut independently, is this an MoT failure? 16 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
Would it be an MoT failure if the underlying rear door on a Ford Transit van doesn’t latch properly independently? The overlying rear door latches and... -
Is the Renault Kangoo reliable? 7 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
Is the Renault Kangoo reliable? Are there any years of manufacture to avoid? -
Garage has not carried out work - what can I do? 5 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
My Ford Transit van failed an MoT at the end of October 2021 on welding. I took it to a garage for an estimate for the work and was told it would take... -
What advice do you have on buying a Toyota Alphard? 5 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
My daughter and her husband are thinking of buying a Toyota Alphard as an alternative to a Mazda Bongo. What are the service intervals? Does it have a... -
Removing rear seats from my Citroen Berlingo Multispace - will this make a difference to MoT? 26 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
My 2005 Citroen Berlingo Multispace's sliding side doors won't open from the outside (or with central locking) but unlocks OK from the inside when necessary.... -
Are tinted front windows legal? 13 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have seen an increasing number of cars and vans with heavily tinted front windows. Some of them are so dark that you cannot see the driver inside the... -
Will I have to pay the daily ULEZ charge for my parked camper van? 9 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I live within the extended ULEZ that comes into force in October 2021. My diesel Volkswagen camper will no longer be compliant. Can I leave my van parked... -
How do I appeal the ULEZ charge and avoid paying the daily fee? 7 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I drive a diesel Volvo XC70 (first registered in 2006) and a Volvo XC60 (2013 model). Both have very low emissions readings on their MOTs and...