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  I think that older cars can be much better value than newer cars. 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Concerning recent correspondence about Jaguar XFs, diesels are more economical but by a very small margin when you consider the cost of fuel and diesel...
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  Error with tax on my used car purchase 30 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a used VW from a VW dealer in March 2012. In August I had my car impounded by the DVLA because unknown to myself the car was actually untaxed...
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  Parking: Politeness, morality and the law 30 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a question I'm hoping I can get some opinions on, featuring the exciting topic of... PARKING. So, I currently car-share half my journey to work...
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  Why is my dealer taking so long to repair my Nissan X-Trail's turbocharger? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a May 2004 X-Trail 2.2 Sport DCI (136) back in 2005 from a fleet company with 16,000 on the clock. In 2006, just out of warranty, the fuel pump...
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  Buying a new car - suitable for tall family with newly qualified 18 year old to drive 15 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  We currently own a Vauxhall Zafira SR1 and a Peugeot 308 1.6 Hdi Sport. Our 18 year old son who is going to university in the autumn had just passed his...
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  Need a used seven seater - what do you recommend> 13 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I need some advice on buying a new second hand car. We are a family of six, with two adults and four children under the age of 10. We have looked at the...
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  Faulty Ford Mondeo - should I fix it or sell? 29 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned my 2004 Ford Mondeo since new and until last year it never gave me any issues for complaint. However, with 130,000 miles on the clock, it...
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  Car returned from garage with 440 miles on the clock - what can I do? 12 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Nissan Note spent two months at a local garage having a new catalytic converter fitted. During that time I was forced to use a hire car, at my own cost....
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  Should I buy a cheap runaround or nearly-new, and how should I store it in winter? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  When I retire next year, I need to buy a car. I can't decide whether to spend £1000-£5000 on an old banger which, while cheap to buy, will no doubt cost...
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  Kia Cee'd, 1.4 petrol, manual, 2012 - What's the target price? 7 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a 2006 Ford Focus LX 1.8 TDCi estate. It has done 90,000 miles and I think some hefty repair bills may be approaching. Due to DMFs, DPFs,...
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  What is causing rapid tyre wear on my 2010 Ford Mondeo? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  In October 2011 I purchased a 2010 Mondeo 2.2 Titanium X Sport (bought used with 13,000 miles). After much work the engine is now smooth (fuelling issues)....
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  New Touran 10 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Having waited ages for VW to put the new CR Diesel engines in the facelifted Touran, and finally give a decent choice of interior leather trim colours,...
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  Do you know what's causing a power steering fault on my Kia Venga? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  On start up, all my Kia Venga's dashboard lights failed to come on and the power steering was not working. On the second occasion this happened, all the...
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  What do you think the insurance company will pay out for my written-off Vauxhall Meriva? 23 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Another driver has just written off my 2004 Vauxhall Meriva 1.6, 8v Energy, with 67,000 miles and an LPG conversion. I paid £5850 for the Meriva two years...
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  Have you heard of many dash failures in Renault Scenics and Espaces? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  The electronic dashboard in my 2004 Renault Espace went faulty on a motorway, leaving the car incapable of being driven with no speedo or fuel gauge. A...
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  What's the best petrol automatic for older drivers? 25 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We are a couple in our later years. Healthy and active 70 and 80 year olds! We do a reduced mileage now average 5000 per year, but still envisage taking...
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  My car needs £12k+ worth of repairs and I've only owned it for a few months - what should I do? 18 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2014 Mazda CX-5, which I have owned for seven months. I purchased from a car trader. Last week, it failed very suddenly with loss of power and...
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  What are the best offers on new cars, including free insurance? 13 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We're looking to insure a 17 year old driver. We are unsure which strategy to pursue, buy new - including free insurance - or buy a used car for £1000...
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  Why is Parking Eye able to fine people for overstaying at service stations? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We recently received a demand in the form of a £90 fine imposed by ‘Parking Eye’ at the M40 Welcome Break Oxford service area because we overstayed by...
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  Engine juddering 14 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Renault Laguna 1.9 dCi on a 53-plate. It has been well looked after, but recently it started juddering. I got it onto diagnostics and it came...