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  Can my insurer refuse to give me back a damaged alloy wheel that's been replaced following an accident? 31 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Following an accident where an alloy and tyre were fitted, I requested if I could have the original wheel back for a spare as I knew it was perfectly okay....
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  Is a van cheaper to insure than a car? 23 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My son turns 17 next March. Once he passes his test in a car, he wants a small van - Caddy size - for travelling to various sporting events (have you seen...
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  Should Volkswagen replace the broken EGR valve on my Volkswagen Touran? 16 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have just had my 2013 Volkswagen Touran recall part changed, it was an NOx engine control unit (23R7), and only 5 days later (I don't drive it much)...
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  The new MX-5 16 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  We are considering trading in our 2 year old MX-5 for the new model 1.5 ESL. 1. Do you consider the 2.0 ESL the better option? 2. What would you...
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  Peugeot RCZ - carbon build up in cylinders 9 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a four year old Peugeot RCZ with roughly 20,000 miles on the clock. Five months ago the engine warning light came on and after a diagnostic test...
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  Am I entitled to compensation due to mechanical misdiagnosis? 18 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  A few weeks ago my husband's car broke down (2009 Ford Focus 1.6) and he called roadside recovery who diagnosed the head gasket had gone. We had it towed...
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  Will the new Nissan Note 1.2 be underpowered? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a 7-year-old Nissan Note automatic, bought from new, with which she is entirely happy. Being short (5-feet) she likes the ease of access to...
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  Got a PCN despite ticket machines being out of order. What can I do? 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 18-year-old daughter was on holiday in Cornwall last week and received a parking charge notice. When she parked she tried to purchase a ticket, but...
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  Clamped by City Watch Parking 18 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am writing on behalf of my 78 year old father who got clamped yesterday by this 'City Watch' he parked for 15 mins to go into his doctors. He didn't...
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  We are being asked for payment after overstaying in a car park, despite being disabled - what should we do? 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Re. letter 'Hello Moto' in your Telegraph column, 25 September 2010. I've had a similar experience at the Royal Hotel car park, Weston Super Mare, with...
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  Is £3000 a good price for a 2005 1.3-litre Peugeot 206 with 17,000 miles? 11 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I may have option to purchase a silver Peugeot 206, 5-door, 2005, 1300cc engine with 17,000 miles on the clock for about £3000. Is this a good price? Mechanic...
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  What's a good hire car for tackling steep inclines in Greek island roads? 11 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  What would you recommend with a really good low bottom gear and hill-climbing ability from the budget Greek island hire car range? Is a Fiat Panda likely...
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  Can you recommend a car that can fit two child seats and an adult in the back? 13 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a car that has three full size seats in the back. I need to be able to fit an adult in the middle rear seat, between two children's car...
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  Can you recommend a five-door hatchback? 19 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am trading down from a rover 75 and want to buy a new, five-door hatch. Ideally, I want a 1.6 petrol engine with a drivers seat approx 26-inches from...
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  Which Volkswagen DSG gearboxes are reliable? 5 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter wants an automatic Volkswagen Golf about six years old. Which models have the wet clutch gearbox?
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  What medium-sized petrol SUV with a comfortable interior, enjoyable drive and good performance can I get for £60,000? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a refined medium-sized SUV with comfortable interior, enjoyable drive and good performance. I'd also like DAB and iPhone connectivity....
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  Buying a Porsche Macan - petrol or diesel? 30 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I've order a Porsche Macan and need to spec it soon. All reviews seem to go with the diesel version. However, I will only cover about 8000 miles a year...
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  Should I sell my BMW 3 Series at two years old or three? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a new BMW 3 Series last year and am debating whether to trade it in either after two years or just before its third birthday. Financially, I guess,...
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  Was there an automatic Citroen 2CV? 22 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Citroen 2CV6 Special automatic 1985. Is it fully automatic Can you explain the automatic controls?
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  Will a USB stick drain my car's battery? 10 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Does leaving a USB stick connected and/or a phone charger discharge the battery? My wife's Honda CR- has just done a 100 mile journey, yet a few days later...