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  Should I fit winter tyres to my motorhome? 10 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van-based camper - tyre size 235/65x16. Mileage per year is approx 7000, although more in the autumn and winter months....
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  My MK IV Volkswagen Golf stalls and engine cuts out - what's causing it? 31 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My car can suddenly stall and engine cut out after driving half a mile. Try to restart it and the revs will not stay up to idle speed and the engine...
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  Need a practical car with good access for elderly passenger - any ideas? 27 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am planning to change my car soon. I'm currently driving a Honda Civic 2.2 diesel. I've had it eight years and love it. Sadly it is no longer suitable...
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  Porsche 911 starting problems 23 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I've recently purchased a low mileage and fairly mint Porsche 911, 997 manual. However, there is a slight starting problem, sometimes it turns over a couple...
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  Volvo XC60 puncture - do I have to replace all 4 tyres? 27 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My question relates to my Volvo XC60 AWD but I believe relates to most 4x4 vehicles. If I get an unrepairable puncture on one tyre, do I need to replace...
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  Are electronic handbrakes safe? 13 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am giving some car advice to a friend who is looking at the possibility of a small SUV/crossover. The trouble is the ones that are popular appear to...
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  Why does my FIat 500 handle so badly? 7 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently brought a used (two and a half year old) Fiat 500 with 14,000 miles on the clock from an approved Fiat dealer. The handling on rough roads,...
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  Why is my Astra going into limp mode? 2 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My 2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SRI went into 'limp mode' yesterday, I've recently had to fork out for a brand new automatic gearbox that set me back a bit....
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  What's a suitable reliable upgrade from a Honda Accord? 9 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I've owned a 2005 diesel Honda Accord Tourer since new. I'm thinking of upgrading it to a more recent 2010 model Accord Tourer. I'm concerned that this...
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  Buying a tall car - any suggestions? 6 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned a Toyota Verso 1.8 for over four years and am about to change. We have loved the Toyota and may well get another, but I'm unsure how durable...
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  Is the Renault Kangoo a car derived van? 25 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I run a company-owned 2010 Renault Kangoo medium wheelbase van - max gross just under 2.0 tonnes. It is classed on the V5 as a 'car derived van', and...
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  Need family transport with a convertible roof 3 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'd like to buy my wife a secondhand run-around that is small yet good for carrying our baby (plus the seat and gear). It must also be fun enough for weekends...
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  Is the petrol Honda HR-V a good choice? 26 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have read that you have recently been road testing the Honda HR-V. Are Honda still having problems getting hold of the model and would petrol rather...
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  New Toyota 1.6 D4D engine - is it reliable? 17 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  What is your general opinion of Toyota's 1.6 D4D engine? I hear it is BMW supplied and was wondering does it suffer from any DPF issues? I currently drive...
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  Turbo problems with Volvo V50 - what's the cause? 24 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2009 model Volvo V50 1.6 Drive SE (90,000 miles) which has developed turbo problems which I gather is common with this engine due to carbon buildup...
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  Which car will take three child car seats in the back? 11 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We have a a five year old child and are expecting twins in six months, so are looking to buy a used car that easily fits three car seats in the back with...
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  Replacing 20-year-old Golf - any recommendations? 11 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My wife is sadly letting go of her old Golf. We are after something economic, fully automatic, comfortable and reliable as it will be her last car. My...
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  Buying new wheels for MINI Countryman Cooper S All4 23 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  We bought a new Cooper S All4 Countryman in March 2014. It has run flat Goodyear tyres (A17L 225/45 R18 91V) and we have done about 6,000 miles. Where...
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  Advice on a used medium sized car? 6 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's Mazda 323 1.5 79k car is due for MOT and will require welding to get through MOT, plus wings are badly rusting and wheel arches. What sort of...
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  Volvo automatic problem 23 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My Volvo V70 stalled approaching a junction. It restarted but would not change out of first gear. I selected manual gear change which worked, drove for...