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  If the country is on lockdown, what will be the situation regarding tax, MoT and insurance? 24 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My cars MoT is due in April with the tax due 1 May. If the country is on lockdown, what will be the situation regarding tax, MoT and insurance?
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  I have an MoT booked soon - can I still take my vehicle for the test? 24 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I am booked for an MoT on 31 March. Will I still be able to take my vehicle?
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  What five-door hatchback should we buy? 15 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking for a five-door hatchback. Petrol, manual or automatic, medium size with higher profile tyres. Mechanical/electronic reliability and rust...
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  How much is my 1992 Mercedes-Benz 230 CE worth? 11 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned a 1992 Mercedes 230CE for 14 years but advancing age is making a two-door not practical. The car is automatic, 115,000 miles, in silver blue...
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  Which Volkswagen DSG gearboxes are reliable? 5 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter wants an automatic Volkswagen Golf about six years old. Which models have the wet clutch gearbox?
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  Is it okay to leave a car idling to warm up in the winter? 2 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently changed from a Jaguar F-Pace to an Audi Q8 and am bitterly disappointed with the mobile phone app. The car itself is wonderful but, unlike...
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  Why do I see an increasing amount of new cars driving without rear lights on although they appear to have sidelights on at the front? 8 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I see an increasing amount of new cars driving without rear lights on although they appear to have sidelights on at the front. Am I imagining this or is...
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  What SUV do you recommend for towing a 1200kg trailer? 18 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I want an automatic crossover/SUV capable of towing 1200kg, preferably with a wet clutch. My budget is £25,000 to £30,000. I fancy the new Ford Focus and...
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  Is there a limit to the distance that a thief can drive a car that they have stolen via keyless theft? 26 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a limit to the distance that a thief can drive a car that they have stolen by capturing the keyless code? If so, they would presumably need a...
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  I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - what's a good buy? 14 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - reliable, easy to park, won't rust away at the roadside and able to stand up to lots of stopping...
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  Is it worth buying a different set if wheels for winter tyres rather than swapping them over? 4 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a one year old Audi and am considering winter tyres. Do I have to buy additional rims or can I replace the tyres with winter tyres and then have...
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  Are there any special precautions I should take to preserve a petrol turbo engine? 1 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Kia Sportage with a turbo petrol engine. Are there any special precautions on stopping and starting the engine that I should take? And any maintenance...
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  Should I claim for minor damage or get it repaired and pay myself? 25 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I hit a stationary vehicle causing very minor paint damage to both cars. The other owner (who appears honest) wants to go through insurance channels and...
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  If I service my new car at an independent garage - will I void the manufacturer's warranty? 29 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My first service is due September 2019. I have previously used a local BMW Specialist. If I do so with my new vehicle, how do I stand legally with the...
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  My car's start-stop won't work because of a partly discharged battery - would a trickle charger solve the issue? 29 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My 18 month old Mercedes-Benz E-Class won't automatically stop-start anymore due to a partly discharged battery. It's left in my garage for weeks at a...
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  Our MINI Countryman needs £2000 of work - is this reasonable for a relatively young car? 11 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 2014 MINI Cooper D All4 Countryman, that's done 28,000 miles. It has recently developed a whining sound and the MINI dealer has identified it...
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  Should I get the auto or manual Isuzu D-Max? 29 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a choice between an auto or manual gearbox on the Isuzu D-MAX, both 2.5-litre engines. Is there a preference? Not working the truck hard, just bit...
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  Why does the gear stick get stuck in third gear on my Citroen C4? 6 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C4 refused to start today. I can't move the gear stick from parking to any other position unless I press on the brakes. When I do move it, the...
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  What small crossover or SUV is best for taking a baby seat? 29 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  With a baby on the way, we are about to outgrow our 2011 Nissan Micra with 30,000 miles on the clock. We have about £10,000 to spend, plus whatever we...
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  Is buying a low mileage diesel car a good idea? 4 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a 2010 BMW 118 M Sport Diesel Automatic with only 16,000 miles on the clock. It's in pristine condition, genuine mileage with dealership...