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  Sumpting 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My son’s 2006 LandRover Freelander diesel seems to be getting diesel into the engine oil. We changed the oil 2 weeks ago, and the dipstick shows more...
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  Can you recommend some run flat tyres? 12 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2015 BMW 1 Series that needs all four tyres replacing. I'm unable to find a particular make/model on the internet that stands out. Can you help?...
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  Snowy conditions 2 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We are senior citizens living in a pea shingle road on a slight hill and have trouble getting out in snowy conditions. We are considering chains or autosocks...
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  Should I use the recirculation button when running my air conditioning in the summer? 3 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Is it true that you should have your recirculation button on all the time in summer when you are running the air conditioning?
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  Is it better to top up fuel at half a tank or to refuel when almost on reserve? 11 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Is it better in the long run to top up fuel at half tank on a regular basis or to refuel when almost on reserve?
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  Should I use my air con in the winter? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought my first car with air con. I have been advised that i need to run it all the time to stop the seals drying out. This may be okay in...
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  How can I find a council-run MoT test centre? 12 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I read a few years back that you could have your car MoT tested at a council-run testing centre. Is that still the case? How would I find my local council...
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  Should I buy a hybrid or electric car? 24 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2018 Yaris Hybrid. It is a second car but covers 15,000 miles a year commuting with 32 miles a day on the motorway. Very cheap to run, averages...
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  What car do you recommend for a pensioner with dodgy knees? 17 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have about £12,500 to spend on a second-hand car and need it to be petrol, easy access and economical to run and maintain. Also with good all-round vision...
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  Should I keep my E39 BMW 523i? 9 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned a BMW 523i SE from new, it is the E39 model. It only has 54,000 miles, runs very well and is in good condition. Is it the type of car that...
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  What used car can I buy that will be cheap to run? 9 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 2003 Audi A3 1.8 and I'm looking to buy something that'll be cheaper to run. I'm considering getting a MINI, but which model can I get...
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  My 2010 Volkswagen Golf Plus has had the emissions fix - should I keep or sell it to avoid future issues? 7 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 Volkswagen Golf Plus 1.6 turbodiesel which had its emissions 'fix' done at 43,000 miles. Is it better to get rid of it or should I just wait...
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  Is this a good first car? 9 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Is a 2003 Nissan Micra 1.2 with good service history and 133,000 miles good for a first car?
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  All season or winter tyres advice? 21 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm planning on running my Avensis with all season or winter tyres and I have found on a reputable online tyre supplier. Are there any downsides to running...
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  Loss of power in a Mitsubishi Outlander 9 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Our Outlander occasionally loses power at 60-80mph, no warning lights on dash and problems clears when engine is switched off and back on again. Any ideas...
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  Poor starting and idling after MoT 31 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2003 Ford Fiesta Zetec. Since yesterday my car won't start unless I apply my foot to the accelerator and my petrol gauge also flickers up and...
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  maintenance 27 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Ive run my car for 4 years it has 2 oil changes and a service every year at a Nissan dealer are there any tips to keep it going another 5 years as we love...
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  DW8 engine - is it capable of high mileage? 12 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a car with the DW8 engine. Are they capable of high mileage?
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  Which cheap and reliable car? 28 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am 25 and I have just passed my driving test in the UK, although I am not a complete novice driver. I'm looking to buy my first car in the UK and I considered...
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  Should we buy a petrol or diesel? 19 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We're interested in a new Kia Sportage KX-2 automatic and intend to keep the car for seven years, but can't decide between the diesel 2.0 and petrol 2.0...