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I have a 2019 Honda Jazz 1.3 from new with 25,800 miles. After filling up with petrol a month ago my gauge said I had 470 miles but it stayed there for a few day before going down to 469 where it has stayed...

Which Honda Jazz should I buy?

I am looking to replace my Perodua Myvi with a Honda Jazz. Is a petrol model more reliable that the latest hybrid? Can you recommend which model to buy? I realise the cost is quite a lot more for the hybrid...

What's a suitable first car for a 6ft7 driver?

We are looking for a first car for our grandson. He is 6ft 7ins tall with size 13 feet. Many of the common first cars are not big enough for him to sit in comfortably and they do not have enough room in...

Should I be worried about rust on a 2018 Honda Jazz?

My 2018 Honda Jazz has rust on rear axle and subframe. Is this usual or not?

What's a reliable estate car?

I'm looking for an automatic petrol estate to take me and the dog away for some long weekends, for around £8500. What do you suggest?

What small automatic car do you recommend?

I have a Peroduia Myvi 56 plate and would like some suggestions to replace it. it's been fantastic but getting old. I am 70 years old and 5ft 1 and this will be my last car. I like Japanese cars although...

Why does my DPF warning light keep coming on?

I have a 2012 Honda CR-V and the Diesel Particulate Filter Warning Light keeps coming on. I get it recharged and it has had the ERG valve replaced recently. Can you tell me why it keeps coming on? I admit...

What can I do about a delaminated windscreen?

My 2016 HONDA CR-V front windscreen has become delaminated. Honda says my extended warranty does not cover this. Also, my Car Insurer LV refuse to cover it under my policy which includes windscreen cover....

Does my car need a timing belt change?

My lady friend has a 2018 Honda Civic. At a recent service she was warned the timing BELT would need changing as it was 6 years old. Looking on line, it says all Honda Civic models from 2006 are fitted...

Should I hold my CVT gearbox on the brake?

Having replaced the earlier model we now have a Jazz CVT which does twice the mpg on narrow hilly Cornish lanes. I drive as economically as I can but wonder what happens when I hold the car on the brake...