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  We're changing our car next year. Should we go all-electric or hybrid? 16 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  We're looking to change our current car (SEAT Ateca) next year and wondered whether to go all-electric or hybrid. Normally (out of lockdown) we would only...
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  Can we skip our car's full service this year? 12 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My wife’s 9-year-old Nissan Micra will only have done about 1200 miles since it’s last service and MOT as she has worked from home and the car has mainly...
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  I need to get a reliable car urgently. Do you advise a PCP? 6 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I wonder if you can help as I'm a bit desperate. I have a 2005 Renault Clio with a broken gearbox, which was mis-sold 2 months ago. I have a second Renault...
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  Can I stop my car pumping out blue smoke? 30 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've had a diesel 2011 Volkswagen Passat for four years. Around every 50- 60 miles, it will put out blue smoke - which I've been told is because it's doing...
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  Could you recommend a petrol SUV with a low boot lip? 3 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Unfortunately, our 1998 Toyota RAV4 has a slipping clutch and signs of rust. We're looking for a high-seated petrol SUV, preferably with a low boot lip...
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  Should I keep my diesel car if my mileage has dropped? 13 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I own a diesel 2015 BMW 5 Series estate with 51,000 miles - which I love. However, since retiring, my mileage is very low. A pre-owned 5 Series PHEV is...
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  Dealer has been unsuccessfully trying to fix an issue for weeks. What if it can't be fixed? 8 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a BMW X3 last November at 33,030 miles. Warranty was due to run out on 19 September, but in August a knock started when going over a bump....
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  I own a diesel car. Should I sell it or keep it? 28 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 2013 BMW 520d Touring (but have £8k left on credit). It has 87,000 on the clock. Would you advise I sell my BMW now, considering the...
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  Do I need an MoT during lockdown? 6 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  The MoT has just expired on my motorcycle. Assuming I want to ride it now, do I have to get the MoT carried out straight away? I've had the bike from new...
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  Is a 15-year-old car too old to be looking at? 4 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've got £3000 to buy a car with and it must be automatic and big enough to accommodate two big child seats. At the moment I've landed on a BMW 3 Series...
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  Can I make essential shopping trips without a valid MoT if it can't be done because of coronavirus? 17 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Our car MoT runs out on 3 April. We have to self isolate as my wife receives annual flu jabs. Will I be able to make essential food shopping journeys if...
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  My mum is in her 70s and need a used car - what do you recommend? 10 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My Mum is in her 70s and a good driver (recently done a refresher course). She would like some advice on what car to buy to replace her ageing Ford Focus...
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  What's the best car for a family of five? 12 Dec 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Can you advise on a used family car for us? The car will barely be used Monday to Friday but will be used for short trips into town at weekends. It will...
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  Do Michelin Cross Climate tyres give a more comfortable ride? 13 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Do the Goodyear Vector tyres have as flexible sidewalls as Michelin Cross Climate? The ride in our Meriva is very hard and although I fitted the Michelin...
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  What used seven-seater do you recommend? 6 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We are a family of five looking for a used seven-seater, so we can accommodate friends/grandparents. It will mostly be used for the school run and shopping...
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  Why don’t manufacturers build range extender cars? 2 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We’re seeing more hybrid and pure electric cars but very few electric range extender cars (e.g. BMW i3 REx). Why do we not see more of these? Your normal...
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  Above 65mph the brakes on our car are very resistant when being pressed - what's the problem? 14 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My son has a Mitsubishi Lancer which appears to run very well. However above 65mph the brakes seem to be very resistant when being pressed and need extra...
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  I need a hybrid with easy access and removable back seats - what do you suggest? 20 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford Tourneo Connect from Motability. I need a similar size (with a back for two pointer size dogs), tall enough for easy access, removable back...
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  How much is a classic Fiat 500L worth? 4 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Have found an old 1970s Fiat 500L in the garage of a person I'm executor for. It's been stored for about 15 years after a poor respray and some engine...
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  What's a good used car for commuting? 10 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a BMW 535d and park outside my work. When I leave to go home I have had four marks on it, scratches, dents on various parts of the paintwork over...