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  Can you recommend a reliable people carrier? 21 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a compact and reliable people carrier. Can you recommend a reliable model? I want to run it for 10 years.
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  Buying a new Golf GTI - should I pay extra for the performance pack? 21 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I've ordered a new Volkswagen Golf GTI, but didn't specify the performance pack as I didn't think it would be of much benefit in day to day driving. However...
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  What are the best tyres for the Suzuki SX4? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace the tyres on my Suzuki SX4. I currently run Continental 205/60 R16 92H ContiPremiums, should I go for the same or fit all weather tyres?
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  Can I drive through Spain on runflat tyres with no spare wheel? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am travelling to Spain by car and I understand that it is obligatory to carry a spare wheel. I have runflat tyres and also carry a tyre inflator. Are...
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  Where can I get a replacement key for my Mercedes-Benz C-Class? 30 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have been told I need to spend £240 on a new electronic key for my 1997 Mercedes-Benz C-Class as the main key stopped working suddenly. Isn't there anywhere...
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  Best used car for 80 mile commute? 15 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I need a used car for my 80 mile commute. The trip involves rural roads - which get quite icy and snowy in the winter - and a busy city centre. Until now,...
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  Should I keep or trade in my old Golf? 15 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2001 Volkswagen Golf TDI. It has covered 101,000 miles and has a number of issues that need fixing. Currently, the DMF is vibrating and I have...
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  Is it worth me upgrading my Mercedes-Benz S-Class? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am in a quandary: I own a very nice 1999 Mercedes-Benz S500. It's well maintained, has only done 70,000 miles and I got it cheap (previous owner was...
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  Will my no-claims bonus expire? 20 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Can a no-claims bonus run out? I sold my car 18 months ago and I'm still waiting for its replacement to arrive. What will happen if I don't take out a...
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  What's the most reliable car for under £2,000? 20 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I need a used car for £2,000 or less. Can you please tell me which petrol and diesel models have the best reliability within this type of budget?
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  What's the best used hybrid SUV for £25,000? 13 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is looking for a new car. She has two small children and lives in a flat. She currently has a Ford C-MAZ diesel but doesn't cover many long...
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  What's the most comfortable, fuel-efficient SUV? 25 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for an SUV that's easy to get into, comfortable to drive for hours at a time and has good fuel economy. Long journeys would be on motorways/dual...
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  The DPF on my BMW 5 Series is blocked - can I add something to clean it? 2 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  The DPF on my BMW 5 Series is blocked. Can I add something to clean it as I only do short journeys, or should I give the car a good run on the motorway?
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  Should I buy a high-mileage Mercedes-Benz ML? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a 2013 Nissan Qashqai petrol. I've had it from new, but really want my dream car, which is a Mercedes ML. However, I can only afford a...
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  Is the Skoda Octavia coupe on the way? 6 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a new Skoda Octavia, but have been told that a coupe could be on the way. Will the Octavia coupe happen? I'm prepared to wait for a year...
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  Peugeot 406 diesel smoking and misfiring when cold 17 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
  When the engine is cold in a morning, my 1999 Puegeot 406 2.2 diesel misfires and blows clouds of blue smoke. It eventually clears, but this is happening...
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  Buying a used small car with lots of headroom - what do you recommend? 7 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I need to get used small car with an automatic ‘box up to three years old. Already have Audi Q5 for long trips, so will use the small car for small runs...
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  KIA Sorento blowing smoke on cold start up 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 2007 KIA Sorento 2.5 CRDI blows smoke on every cold start up. The problem usually clears as the car gets going, but it never happens when the engine...
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  Air conditioning no longer working - what should I do? 10 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 2001 Honda Civic was recently checked by a friend and it was discovered that the air-con was no longer working. No reason was given. Will it be...
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  Are parking tickets enforceable on Bank Holidays? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We parked in Cumbria on Tuesday, Queen's Jubilee Bank Holiday, assuming the "Free parking for two hours with no return" restriction would not be in force....