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  Excessive road noise and hard suspension on my Polo 1.4SE - will new tyres solve this problem? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Two months ago I bought a used Volkswagen Polo 1.4SE from a VE dealer. The safety checklist prior to sale showed the car to be fault-free and the car is...
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  Idling problem with a 1997 Audi A4 18 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have an Audi A4 2.6 and it has done 207,000miles. I had been fine for ages but over the last 500 miles it's got a problem with revving up to 1500rpm...
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  Why does my Ford Focus lose power? Is it related to replacing the turbocharger? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a V-reg Ford Focus 1.8 TDi. The turbo went and covered the whole engine in oil, so I had that replaced and the engine cleaned off, but now i have...
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  Supermarket diesel 2 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Does the problem with supermarket petrol also apply to diesel? And is there a particular fuel to look for?
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  What do I look for when buying my first car? 21 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am finally looking to buy my first car (having been driving my mothers for about 10ish months). I am particularly interested in the Peugeot 107 (or Citroen...
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  Which engine should I choose for the Kia Picanto? 31 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a Hyundia i20 2011, it's small, compact, great on space, fuel economy and I love it. It's great on the motorways and in the city. The problem is...
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  Is there such a thing as an economical hot hatch? 17 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I like the idea of have a warm/hot hatch for my next car but after driving a car does 40mpg in most town driving I am worried about the mpg being too low...
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  I'm looking for an economic, reliable, refined van - what do you recommend? 29 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have an LDV Maxus, which I have been pleased with as a work horse. I'm looking for a van with more refinement, good fuel economy, road handling, safety...
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  The emissions 'fix' made my Tiguan worse - how do I take action against Volkswagen? 6 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Volkswagen Tiguan has been back to Volkswagen 3 times now for being noisy following the emissions fix and they are telling me that there is nothing...
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  AA refused to tow my untaxed car 10 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a secondhand Mercedes-Benz SLK with a full warranty from a dealer in Bolton. I have not changed my car for some years and I didn't know about...
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  When should I service the auto box on my Focus? 14 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 petrol auto. I am trying to find out when I should service the auto gearbox. It looks like it has never been done and looking...
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  Insurance problems after a non-fault crash 10 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Whilst driving my Honda Civic (having comprehensive cover for his own car but driving mine with my permission and covered third party by his insurance...
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  Real life high MPG and reliability - what's the best car? 4 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Accompanying my new job is a 18000 to 20000 mile annual commute, mainly on motorways but also occasional A roads. I have a budget of up to £11500 but...
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  Which diesel SUV for short school runs and easy loading of a wheelchair? 5 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Our trusty 2004 Nissan X-Trail, at 160,000 miles, worries me and may need replacing. Whilst the engine is still sweet, there is a fuel judder at 1800rpm...
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  Lexus RX 400H vs small 4x4 SUV? 16 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and will soon be moving from Essex to a village in Exmoor National Park. We are keen walkers, have a medium sized dog and need a vehicle that will...
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  Engine problem with SEAT Altea 1.9 TDI 4 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Seat Altea XL 1.9 TDI 59 reg and every few weeks it refuses to start - it normally kicks over first time no matter what the weather is. SEAT installed...
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  This is why you should always idle your turbocharged engine after use. 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  RC of Brentwood is indeed wise to idle his turbocharged engine before shut-down. He will extend the life of the turbo, and save himself a lot of expense....
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  SEAT starting issue 10 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We currently run a 59 plate SEAT Leon 1.9 tdi S and a Volvo V50 company car which is being withdrawn at the end of February. The Leon has an intermittent...
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  I need a car with 4x4 capability and good fuel consumption - should I consider a MINI Countryman? 23 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I wrote to you last year about driving 100 miles a day, 30 across hills on poor roads and 70 on the motorway. I wanted some 4x4 capability, excellent fuel...
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  I achieved 63.7mpg in my 2004 Astra Estate diesel by restricting my speed to 60mph on fast roads. 12 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Our car is a 7-year-old Astra Estate 1.7CDI now at 60,000 miles. I always run from 'tankful' to 'tankful', resetting the odometer to zero and checking...