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  My 2010 Volkswagen Golf Plus has had the emissions fix - should I keep or sell it to avoid future issues? 7 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 Volkswagen Golf Plus 1.6 turbodiesel which had its emissions 'fix' done at 43,000 miles. Is it better to get rid of it or should I just wait...
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  Is this a good first car? 9 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Is a 2003 Nissan Micra 1.2 with good service history and 133,000 miles good for a first car?
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  All season or winter tyres advice? 21 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm planning on running my Avensis with all season or winter tyres and I have found on a reputable online tyre supplier. Are there any downsides to running...
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  Loss of power in a Mitsubishi Outlander 9 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Our Outlander occasionally loses power at 60-80mph, no warning lights on dash and problems clears when engine is switched off and back on again. Any ideas...
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  Poor starting and idling after MoT 31 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2003 Ford Fiesta Zetec. Since yesterday my car won't start unless I apply my foot to the accelerator and my petrol gauge also flickers up and...
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  maintenance 27 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Ive run my car for 4 years it has 2 oil changes and a service every year at a Nissan dealer are there any tips to keep it going another 5 years as we love...
• Ford Mondeo - Ford mondeo 2001 tddi cuts out after 8 seconds 19 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  Hi guys, hope this is in the right place. I've got a mondeo 2001 tddi - Long story short - I broke down, the car cut out, no fuel, lift pump wasn't running. Cut the wires, Put 12v directly to the lift pump and got it going, bled the pipes and car started fine. Drove it for an hour or so, stopping
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  DW8 engine - is it capable of high mileage? 12 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a car with the DW8 engine. Are they capable of high mileage?
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  Which cheap and reliable car? 28 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am 25 and I have just passed my driving test in the UK, although I am not a complete novice driver. I'm looking to buy my first car in the UK and I considered...
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  Should we buy a petrol or diesel? 19 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We're interested in a new Kia Sportage KX-2 automatic and intend to keep the car for seven years, but can't decide between the diesel 2.0 and petrol 2.0...
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  Buying a used X5? 31 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering a BMW X5 used but I am unsure which model is cheapest to run (re road tax + fuel). My main use is around town with occasional twice...
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  How should I store my Mercedes-Benz C-Class? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are off down under for two months as a retirement bash. I shall be leaving my 2004 Mercedes C-Class K200 in the garage and unfortunately...
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  Why does diesel drain into the sump on cars with a clogged DPF? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I read that you stated that modern diesels are unsuitable for successive runs from cold, which I fully comprehend, but how does diesel drain into the sump...
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  Insurance and courtesy cars 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I was involved in an accident shortly before my insurance runs out. My current insurance has told me when my insurance runs out the courtesy car will be...
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  Volkswagen Passat - Diesel starting issues 5 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Passat 2.5-litre V6 TDI has 110k on clock. Following engine failure, four new camshafts, followers, etc, were fitted. At the same time, six new Bosch...
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  Which first car? 23 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to do my driving test and hopefully will pass this time round. I am a mum of 3 (7, 5 & 3months). I need a cheap reliable run around with a budget...
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  4x4 or estate? 31 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a Jeep 4x4 2 ltr diesel. It is reliable but expensive on fuel especially on short journeys. I travel about 30 miles per week but want to...
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  Should we buy a diesel Ford S-Max for the school run? 10 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  With three growing boys, we would like to buy a nearly new Ford S-Max Auto but the garage says that most of these are diesel. It will mainly be used for...
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  Condensation or 'misting up' in a Jazz 8 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Having followed your excellent advice over the years we bought an economical Honda Jazz a year ago. Since then we have been plagued by condensation on...
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  Does it have a DPF? 6 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have been offered a BMW 320SE diesel with an 06 plate, but as I do a lot of local mileage interspersed with some longer journeys, I do not think it will...