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  Is a diesel pick-up good for a six-mile commute? 23 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My son at present runs a 2004 Mitsubishi L200 which he really likes and has owned for the last 7 years. He is now considering buying a much newer one but...
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  My CR-V has a DPF problem 15 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a three-year-old CR-V that has done 37,000 since new. It has misfired, which has been reported to dealer and Honda UK. The misfire is getting worse....
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  Used Japanese models and DMFs/DPFs 8 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am contemplating swapping my trusty 04 plate Honda Accord Tourer 2.0EX petrol for either a 58 or 09 plate Accord Tourer diesel or Mazda 6 Estate diesel....
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  DPFs and DMFs still an issue? 30 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I've read with interest your advice regarding low mileage and the problems with DPFs and also your view of the potential expense of failing dual density...
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  Do I buy a diesel? 12 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Is it worth buying a diesel car with a DPF?
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  Vauxhall Zafira 3 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have an 2007 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9 diesel and the oil level has risen is this down to the DPF?
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  Ford C-Max - will it suffer DPF problems? 20 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Motability scheme car is up for renewal and I’m considering a Ford C-Max diesel. Should I worry about DPF problems? I only do 5000 miles a year.
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  How far do I need to drive to regenerate the DPF? 28 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I’m looking to buy a used Skoda Octavia estate. This will be my first diesel and I’ll be driving eight to nine miles a day. Does it make sense to buy a...
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  Honda CR-V DPF filter problem 2 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 2012 Honda CRV has been in the dealership for six weeks now with a DPF emissions filter problem. This has been a recurrent issue with the vehicle since...
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  Our diesel Ford Focus suffered a big DPF fault with other damage - is the trader who sold us the car liable? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am writing you regarding my Ford Focus 1.6TDCI. I purchased it in April 2012 with 38,000 miles on the clock. In October the engine malfunction light...
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  DPF issues with BMW 520d 17 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2010 BMW 5 Series. In recent months the car has reported high oil levels after a DPF regeneration. I presume fuel is now mixing with engine oil....
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  Ford Focus DPF problems 24 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I bought my Ford Focus in 2008 when it was approx six months old and had 6000 miles on it. I've done 77,000 miles on it now (six years later) and have...
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  My Passat diesel's fan stays on after I switch off the engine - is this related to the DPF? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Passat Estate diesel and have read your comments regarding the problems of the DPF. On a couple of occasions recently the engine fan has continued...
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  Time to replace the DPF 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have Focus Estate 1.6tdi(110) which is due for its 6-year service and my local Ford dealer tells me the DPF is due for replacement at a cost of several...
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  What motability car? 23 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have ordered a Vauxhall Meriva 1.3 diesel from Motability. Do these cars have any dpf problems? I do aproximately 15 miles each way on the motorway a...
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  Mazda 3 2.2 Diesel DPF problems? 2 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I was quite tempted in buying a 185 2.2 diesel engined Mazda 3 as I fancied something with a bit more power than my 1.6 crdi Hyundai i30. Do these suffer...
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  Can I remove the diesel particulate filter on my car? 12 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I need a diesel car for towing a caravan, and have been considering a 2010 XC70 with the 205ps Geartronic D5 engine. I don't use the car for really short...
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  Why is the EA889 manifold so important when it comes to DPFs? 1 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a 12 month old Audi A3 1.6 TDI. Does this car come fitted with the EA889 manifold? Why is this manifold so important when it comes...
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  Is the Mazda 6 Tourer automatic known for DPF problems? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a Mazda 6 Tourer, but the auto version that I want is only available with a diesel engine and 19-inch wheels. Have the DPF problems...
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  Best fuels for Mondeos? 5 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mondeo Mk4 TDCI which has more than 110K miles on the clock. Although the majority of my driving is on the motorway, I’m conscious that I’m likely...