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Questions from September 2021
Are car second-hand car prices likely to fall anytime soon ?
Would adding a fuel additive or system cleaner help prevent any possible problems with using E10 petrol in my Dacia Sandero (2018 model)?
What's the best petrol or electric car for a tall driver?
I understand a new French Law requires Winter Tyres after 1 November 2021. Does this requirement include all-season tyres?
I have had my car, a Toyota Corolla, for 21 years. And much as I would like to keep it, it is coming to the end of its life. To this end, I was hoping that you could advise me as to what replacement would...
I have a new BMW on order, would it be sensible to have an auto electrician fit a hidden kill switch, so it can’t go missing? Or fit a tracker?
I can’t see any reference in the car manual about the replacement of the cam belt on my Kia Picanto 1.0 petrol (2015 model). Do I need to replace the cam belt at any time or does it use a chain?
My 2016 Hyundai ix20 has recently started to leak water on the nearside, about a metre back from the usual place for the air conditioning to drop condensation. Any idea what might be causing this?
I’m a Volkswagen Golf fan - I have been for years - but now I need to change my car so that I can transport my elderly parents around. A Golf is too small for my parents to get into, so I need something...
I have a BMW 335d GT first registered in December 2017. The car's original list price was over £40,000, which means I have to pay the higher VED rate. But I am confused about the length of time this higher...
I am looking to buy a Honda C-RV automatic car with a petrol engine for around £5000. What year should I be looking for to be the most reliable?
Can you please give the average cost of having the cam belt and water pump replaced on my 2013 Ford Fiesta 1.25 petrol?
We are looking at Vauxhall Zafira, which engine is better, the 1.4 petrol or 1.6 diesel?
Most of the drive is for short journeys, but we do make a longer journey (100 miles round) on weekends.
My 2018 1.5 EcoBoost petrol Ford Kuga has been with the dealer for four weeks waiting for a new engine to be fitted under warranty. I reported it was using coolant with no visible signs of a leak. They...
I own a 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. It is in good condition and I'm trying to find out its value. Can you help?
Why would a Primera 2.2 diesel have a very harsh ride on standard wheels?
Why is white and blue smoke emitting from my car's exhaust?
My 2013 Ford Mondeo 2.0 diesel Powershift experiences gearbox judder when cold. I have owned the car for six months and it has covered 68,000 miles. I occasionally tow a caravan. The smooth gearchanges...
I own a 2006 Honda Jazz. Can you tell me when the timing chain should be changed?
I'm thinking of buying a 2010 Nissan Qashqai 2.0 TDI diesel. It has 275,000 kilometres (171,000 miles) on the clock. Everything looks fine and the seller wants €7190 for the car, as I live in Romania....
I am trying to get my 2017 Volvo XC90 through the German Tüv (MoT). I am spending most of my time in Germany and wish to register my car in the country. However, given my Volvo is a modern vehicle with...
Does the Ford Fiesta auto 2017 model with the 3 cyl engine have a timing chain or a belt, if a belt when should it be changed?
I know that five keepers in five years is quite a lot and certainly more than average. But should this put me off buying a used BMW 535d?
Does a car with winter tyres grip the road as well as a car with grip control?
Earlier this year I purchased a Vauxhall Vivaro van. It was advertised as having the 125PS engine which is backed up by a code on the door frame and the V5.
When I try to get van insurance it is coming...
I have had a life-changing operation and require a comfortable car with an automatic gearbox. I want soft suspension and soft seats. I want something similar in size between a Vauxhall Corsa and a Ford...
I'm picking up a new BMW shortly and the dealer is keen to sell me GAP insurance, smart insurance (for the bodywork), tyre and alloy insurance, and ceramic paint protection. Each are £500. Are any of these...
A friend has just qualified for a Blue Badge. Is she entitled to have a disabled parking bay outside her home?
My friend has a 2017 Suzuki Ignis (owned since new). For the second time, a front coil spring has broken (not the same one), rendering the car undrivable. The last time this happened (last year), the car...
I recently lost my beloved 1998 Fiat Coupe 20v Turbo, after a head-on collision with a drunk driver. We were lucky to walk away. Having owned the car since 2002 I am looking for a replacement with the...
I bought a 2009 MINI Cooper S in February. Since then I have put 1100 miles on it. About a month ago, I noticed it was making a strange screeching noise when I pulled away from a standstill. My local garage...
Does my 2011 Renault Twingo 1.2 have a timing belt or a chain? And when should it be replaced?
My Citroen C3 Picasso has completed 47,000 miles without anything major going wrong. But now I have a dashboard warning light saying "SERVICE" and a message which says "Engine Fault, Repair Needed".
Just...
I have a new Peugeot 2008 1.2 PureTech Allure Premium and love it. My son and daughter have the latest GT models.
I must admit I like the seats in their 2008 GTs but could not warrant the extra cost of...
I am going to see a new Audi A6 which at the moment is being stored at the garage with its wrappers on. The salesperson says it has only been in storage for two weeks. Firstly should I worry about how...
My son is considering buying a 2011 Honda CR-Z with 84,000 miles on the clock for just over £5000. Is there anything, in particular, he should look out for? Does it have a cam belt that needs changing,...
A theoretical question, if roof a tile falls off a neighbour's roof, say during a storm, and damaged my car (parked on my drive), who is liable? Would it be the neighbour's house insurance or my car insurance?
I am thinking of buying a 2004 Honda Accord 2.0 petrol. It has 217,000 miles on the clock and is advertised for £600 with an MOT and full service history. I know Hondas are reliable but is it worth buying...
Please could you tell me if this car uses a chain or cam belt? If the latter, what is the recommended service interval?
I have a 2015 Citroen C3 and a Citroen main dealer has told me that the cam belt only needs changing at 11,2000 miles or at 10 years. Can this be right?
My daughter is looking for a new car. She has two small children and lives in a flat. She currently has a Ford C-MAZ diesel but doesn't cover many long journeys. Can you suggest a hybrid SUV up to three...
I am thinking of buying a used electric vehicle. This will be my first electric car. Would you recommend a Nissan Leaf or a Renault Zoe?
My wife's Kia Picanto has just failed its MoT due to the airbag warning light remaining on. The car is two days out of its seven-year warranty, and has 26,000 miles on the clock.
I have spoken to the...
I'm hoping you can offer some advice. My car needs new tyres to pass its MoT. I'm currently using Pirelli P Zeros. I do a lot of towing (up to max allowed for this car). What replacement tyres would you...
I am replacing my 12-year-old Renault Clio. I want something similar, possibly more estate like, with five doors and a petrol engine. A large boot with a wide opening is a key requirement. What do you...
Over the last few weeks my 2018 Audi A8 TFSI 55 appears to be increasing in value, now only £2000 less than I paid for it May 2020. Is this increase due to the shortage of components?
I have a new car...
What would cause a 21-inch alloy rim on a Volvo XC60 T5 to start to buckle? Dealer advised this at last MoT and it has never had an accident or hit pothole. Only front offside and four years old at 21,000...
I am looking for a replacement for my old Land Rover Freelander. Are there any smaller cars with a reasonably high driving position? Ideally a hybrid, but not fully electric as I need to be able to drive...
I purchased a used Citroen Dispatch four months ago from a dealer. The van is a 2017 model and has 74,000 miles on the clock. Today, the cam belt snapped and caused considerable engine damage. Can I claim...
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