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  Can you recommend a set of all-season tyres for my Mazda MX-5? 16 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Some time ago you wrote about 'winter tyres' that could be used all year. Can you update me please on the recommended tyres and whether you have had reports...
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  Summer tyres for BMW 320d - which set will give the softest ride? 16 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My BMW 320d with 17-inch alloy wheels needs new run-flat tyres. While I have winter wheels with 16-inch steel rims and Dunlop tyres (205-55-16), which...
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  What car for my high mileage? 27 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I do around 30k miles a year, with about 19k being motorway work miles and the rest being a mix with mountain bikes and climbing trips etc. Ideally...
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  I want to replace my Audi with something quieter - what do you recommend? 24 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've owned three Audis and am now looking to replace my A3 Sportback Sport with something that will still give me some driving enjoyment, but with a much...
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  Brochure-option modifications can affect insurance - why? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I recently renewed my annual car insurance, paying £280 for comprehensive cover on a 3-year-old Skoda Octavia vRS. Some time afterwards I rang to advise...
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  Do the airbags need replacing on my 14-year-old Audi as an MOT requirement? 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I gave my faithful Audi A4 Avant SE to my daughter earlier this year after buying myself a Toyota Verso. The Audi is a 1998 model and the handbook says...
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  MOT emissions failure - how do I fix it? 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 2001 Polo just failed MOT on emissions, high on everything. The mechanic advised I should replace the manifold cat, the standard cat and the lambda...
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  Which economical all-purpose tyres for my Mitsubishi Lancer? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am shortly going to have to put a new set of tyres on my Mitsubishi Lancer estate. I know that you recommend different tyres for winter and summer but,...
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  Buying a Subaru Outback 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We are thinking of buying a 2008 Subaru Outback diesel as we live in a rural area that has been cut off the last few winters when it snows. We have...
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  Vauxhall Zafira - what's the problem? 10 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Vauxhall Zafira 2003, 105000 miles otc.Recently serviced as usual by dealer.Developed a tapping sound, only noticeable on acceleration to 2250...
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  Which large saloon car would you recommend for motorway use and towing a caravan? 3 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned a 2001 BMW 530d SE (E39) from new and have covered approximately 11,000 miles per year, 75 per cent of which has been on motorways. Though...
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  What's wrong with my Skoda Octavia's brake lights? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  The other day I found that all three of my brake lights have stopped working. I've done the usual checks - fuse, bulbs. No other lights are affected -...
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  How do I get the hub off my 2001 Ford Focus to change the wheel bearing? 28 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a 2001 1.4 Ford Focus. I was told the near side rear wheel bearing was shot. I've tried to get the hub off, but it seems to be welded...
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  Why is my Ford Mondeo making tapping noises and smoking? 15 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Our 51-plate Ford Mondeo has just started making tapping noises and there's a lot of smoke from the exhaust. I have been told to replace the hydraulic...
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  What do you think of driver satisfaction surveys? 24 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Many people seem to swear by driver satisfaction surveys on dealers, however much of the feedback would appear to be subjective. If you just take the number...
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  What used small SUV for rural roads would you recommend? 12 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We require a replacement vehicle after our Ford Fiesta Active was written off. We live in rural North Wales on a small holding and travel 8k miles a year...
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  How do I navigate the minefield of buying cars? 25 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I only have the one car now we’re both in our 70s and retired but fortunately fit and active. I do between three and four thousand miles per...
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  What grant can I get for an electric car home charger? 9 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Toyota Rav4 PHEV and I want to make a decision about an external 32amp charge unit. I am able to plug in to my domestic ring main but I have...
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  Buying a used MPV - Which model is best? 3 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We are interested in buying a used seven-seat MPVv and have seen a 2015 Fiat 500L MPW 1.6 Popstar diesel on offer for 10.5K with around 5500 miles on the...
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  Importing an American car into the UK - can I make a profit? 7 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm a Brit who's lived in the US for the last seven years. We are relocating next year to the UK and can bring two cars tax free - one for me and one for...