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  Over tyred 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I've done the deal and bought a 2010 Mondeo Titanium 2.0TDCi Estate. It has come on 18" wheels with 235/40R18 tyres. Given your advice on tyre sizes previously...
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  Forty Grand Tourer 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am trying to decide between buying a BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo 530d or a BMW 5 Series Touring 530d. At the weekend, I need a car for trips to the tip...
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  Does my Peugeot Expert diesel van need a new fuel pump? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Peugeot Expert diesel, 2005 model. I've just had the key programmed by Peugeot. They said the key wasn't programmed, but I think differently....
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  I'm having a fuel system problem with my Peugeot 306 - can you help? 12 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am having a few problems with my 306. The car will not idle. The ECU is reading: 'Permanent fault low pressure pump supply.' 'Intermittent fault:...
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  Does my Peugeot 407 really need diesel fuel additive? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  In my 2006 Peugeot 407 SW SE, diesel fuel additive should be checked at 70,000 miles and running out can lead to massive bills. Mine required three litres...
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  Blaming the keeper 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  You probably think I'm paranoid but based on the DVLA's propensity to fine everyone for everything whenever possible I thought I'd better check with you...
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  Should I change my 10-year-old Honda Accord for a Vauxhall Vectra? 30 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Honda Accord is ten years old (I've had it for six of those) with 97,000 miles on the clock and it feels like it could do the same again with no problem....
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  Why is our Nissan Almera Tino struggling to start? 26 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 52-reg Nissan Almera Tino which has been causing us some big problems since earlier this year. On starting the engine, it can sometimes take...
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  Does my Ford Fiesta's fuel pick-up hose have a hole in it? 19 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford Fiesta 1.2 Finesse 04 plate, petrol engine. When the fuel level goes below 1/4 of a tank, the car starts stuttering, like it's losing power,...
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  Should my Renault Megane Coupe have snapped a second cam belt so soon? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have an 02 Renault Megane Coupe and had the mis-pleasure of the cam belt snapping on me two years ago. The car had done 75,000 miles. This, I understand,...
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  Diode straits 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am being constantly blinded in the last few weeks by new Skodas, Mercedes and Audis with unfocused, super bright LEDs presumably used as 'always on'...
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  Can you help with my Peugeot 206's electrical fault? 6 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2002 Peugeot 206 1.4HDI. A couple of weeks ago the engine management light started flickering on and off, and the speedo and the rev counter will...
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  The dealer has had my car for engine repairs for a month - what can I do to speed the process along? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought my car from a dealership in 2009. It's an one-year-old ex-demo with low mileage. No problems with previous service history. This year in Feb it...
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  How can I cheaply repair my MINI Convertible's faulty roof? 3 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a MINI Convertible on a 54 plate with just under 33,000 miles on the clock. I have had the car about 18 months. The gearbox was replaced after a...
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  Does my 2005 Audi A4 require a cam belt change at 40,000 miles? 1 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have run an Audi A4 TDI SE (multitronic gearbox) for five years since new. It is a second car and has a fairly gentle life. It is only used for journeys...
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  Eh? Eh? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I read your answer to an AA member in Saturday's Telegraph dated 8 May who commented about their renewal quote. Although some time has now passed, I thought...
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  How can a driver who parks on the roadside forcing traffic over a solid white line be prosecuted? 15 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Recently I asked you whether it was legal for someone to park opposite a solid white line on a main road. I was grateful for your advice which advised...
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  Does my Citroen C2 HDI have air in the fuel line? 10 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C2 HDI would not start and I was having to self-prime it using the little hand pump on the fuel system. I have replaced a push-on connector...
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  How can I get the V5 for my Suzuki Swift Sport which I bought new? 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I ordered a brand new Suzuki Swift Sport in February this year, taking advantage of the car scrappage scheme. At delivery date, I made my way to the dealer...
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  Good Manners 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have driven a Hyundai Matrix 1.8 for the last seven years, from new, and never had any trouble with it. I am 73 years old and don't do many miles. I...