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  I've been offered a car that's been sat around for a year. What should I check before I consider buying it? 15 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have been offered a car from my grandpa. It hasn't been driven for at least a year and has been sitting in a garage. It also doesn't have an up to date...
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  Do I get a Mazda MX-5 or wait until 2022 to buy a Toyota GR Yaris? 5 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have a dilemma: a no-obligation order for a Toyota GR Yaris, but it will be spring next year before it arrives (yes - 2022!), or a 100th anniversary...
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  Which warranties are best in terms of cover and cost? 8 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a BMW X1 diesel, auto, 4-wheel drive SUV, first registered in March 2017. The new car warranty has expired. The car will be used...
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  My car won't start and when it does, I lose power steering. What's the issue? 1 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 SEAT Ibiza. Occasionally it won’t start, so I have to jump-start it. Also, if I slam the bonnet down and the car is off, it will not start...
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  What is the best mid-size SUV for £25k? 26 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Now that my family has grown up and are moving out we’d like to replace our reliable Chrysler Voyager load lugger. The requirements are tricky:- supremely...
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  I need a large car for long trips but hear diesel isn't a smart idea anymore. Can you advise? 3 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I need a new car: large with big boot and good fuel economy for a long commute. Should I get a diesel, petrol, hybrid etc? I would go diesel but I hear...
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  I don't drive long distances but I do a lot of miles. Should I avoid diesel? 17 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a 2015 Dacia Sandero Stepway 1.5 diesel. I'm looking to change it this year. I don't drive long enough distances to warrant the diesel,...
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  Could you recommend a car for a tall driver? 3 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My budget is £10,000 and I'm 6'7" with very long legs so need good leg room when driving. I was wondering whether I would suit driving SUVs instead of...
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  Can I drive my car without tax during the coronavirus outbreak? 7 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have March 1979 registered car, which became a historic vehicle this year. Tax ran out 31 March 2020. Followed instructions on DVLA website and took...
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  What's the best first car for me? 3 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I recently passed my driving test at the age of 28. I am looking for my first car. I have no knowledge of cars. My car use is mostly city driving with...
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  What are the age restrictions for towing a trailer? 11 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Because of my age, 72, I am restricted to towing a small trailer (gross weight 750kg). How can I upgrade my driving licence to tow a bigger trailer, say...
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  What's the situation with insurance if I want to lend my car to a colleague for a few weeks? 27 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I presently have two cars because I've bought my new one and not yet sold my old one. They are both taxed and insured on separate policies with different...
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  We had the front tyres on our Sportage replaced and Kia says this has broken the four-wheel drive system? 13 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We had the front tyres only replaced by a local tyre company on our Kia Sportage. Kia says the difference in tread between front and back has broken the...
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  I've damaged my car door - should I claim against my insurance or pay for the repair myself? 10 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have damaged my passenger side door reversing into my drive. The car is worth around £23k, it is on a PCP deal and I don’t give the car back for another...
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  Which SUV would you suggest? 4 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive a BMW 520d but am looking to change to an SUV. Comfort, quiet and good visibility are the most important attributes - my mileage is now...
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  What's the cheapest way to get insurance for a 17-year-old? 2 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My grandson will be 17 years old this month. He has a Citroen C2 purchased for him. What would be the most economical way to get insured?
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  Someone collided with my car when I was reversing out of my driveway - will my premium go up? 28 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I was reversing out of my drive on Monday with parked cars either side and mums and kids around as it was school time. My visibility was poor but I was...
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  Which petrol cars car offer 4WD? 9 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I need a car with 4x4 capability because I have to negotiate a muddy track every day. I need a reliable car, but it doesn’t need to be big. I do around...
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  European insurers focus on the vehicle rather than the driver - why don't UK insurers operate like this? 15 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  After living in France for some years, and insuring a car which covered all drivers, I cannot understand why UK insurers base prices on the driver rather...
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  How much is a classic Mini that's had an engine swap worth? 13 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy an 1989 Mini with 90,000 miles on the clock. The original 998cc engine has been replaced with an MG Metro 1275cc engine. It's in Immaculate...