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  Can you recommend an 8-seat vehicle with lots of space and cheap running costs? 20 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have far too many kids and need a reasonably-priced 8-seater with plenty of space, that is reliable and relatively cheap to run. The only things I can...
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  Rider haggard 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Looking for advice please. My 2007 BMW 120d currently runs on 17" wheels with runflat tyres. The ride is ok, but a bit firmer than I like. I can get 16"...
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  My car was damaged by a hit-and-run driver - should I repair it or just sell it? 22 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My 2013 BMW 520d Touring has done 101,000 miles. But recently I saw that someone had driven into the side of the car and hadn’t stopped or left their details....
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  My Vauxhall Vectra isn't running because I can't get the firing order right. Any ideas? 7 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I recently replaced a head gasket on a Vauxhall Vectra B 1999 T-reg SRI estate petrol. The car was running nicely before being taken to bits to replace...
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  If an electric car runs out of power in a traffic jam, how can it be moved? 25 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have a couple of questions about electric vehicles. There are known issues associated with Sub Stations and strong EMF from devices. How safe is it to...
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  Which MPV to replace our Renault Scenic? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has run a 2004 Renault Scenic 1.5dCi since new; as our main family car it has been absolutely brilliant with 65mpg on a run, utterly reliable,...
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  Run in on empty 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Regarding TH's problem with excessive oil consumption on his Audi A5 (13 August), I've had eight A4s and not had any problem with excessive oil consumption....
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  Do I need working front fog lamps and running lights to pass an MoT? 22 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Citroen DS, first registered 01-01-18. It went in for a service and MOT today and the front fog lights and running lights had no power. The garage...
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  7 Seater with some off-road capability 26 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Hello HJ - With 5 children between 8 and 12 years old on an in town school run would appreciate your advice regarding vehicle options to accommodate them...
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  Is my Venga's engine run in? 21 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a brand new Kia Venga 1.4 ecodynamics petrol at the end of October 2012 and have driven just over 3500 miles, mostly short trips but including...
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  Which car is suitable for work use by a working midwife? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am a community midwife working in a semi-rural practice in Hertfordshire. Due to the NHS belt-tightening, we now have to replace our vehicles previously...
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  Can I run my 1991 Scirocco on super unleaded and fuel additives? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1991 Volkswagen Scirocco GTll. At present I am filling my tank with Sainsbury's Super Unleaded and adding a Millers VSPe Power Plus fuel additive....
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  Using a diesel for low mileages 16 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Mazda 2 in mid-2007 and have only done about 14,000 miles, including a lot of short runs from cold. I am aware of the risk of clogging...
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  Why would you buy a Fiat 500 TwinAir when it returns worse fuel economy than the 500 1.2? 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Further to our discussion about the FIAT 500 TwinAir, ‘Autocar’ only got 37mpg out of the car on its first drive of the Lounge and 35.7 mpg on the full...
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  No fuel like an old fuel 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Several weeks ago, I accidentally put 20 litres of unleaded into my 9 year old, 93,000 mile 1.9D Renault Kangoo. I immediately filled the rest of the tank...
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  Vapour trial 30 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a large 4x4. Having read reviews including your own I am drawn to the VW Touareg 3.0 diesel but to get the spec I want I need the Altitude...
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  What are the advantages of hybrids compared to petrols and EVs? 30 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me please the advantages of buying a self charging petrol car over a straight petrol engine car or full electric car?
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  Which fuel should we use in our petrol Fabia Estate? 18 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  We run a 2012 Fabia TSI Estate with a 103bhp petrol engine and we hang on to our cars until they give up the ghost. Could you please tell men what grade...
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  What are the drawbacks with DPFs? 1 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  What are the drawbacks with particulate filters?
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  Buying used executive car - 5 Series or XF? 20 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to upgrade from my diesel Ford Mondeo and a 2012 BMW 5 Series or 2011 Jaguar XF are favourites. I want a refined, comfortable cruiser, with...