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  Engine fault light on Discovery 3 - what's the fault? 8 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The engine system fault light keeps flashing on my 2009 Land Rover Discovery 3. I have spent hundreds of pounds at the main dealer (fuel filter suspected...
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  Should I buy a Vauxhall Zafira 1.6 petrol? 8 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My local dealer is advertising a new petrol Vauxhall Zafira 1.6i Exclusiv for less than £10,000 – a huge saving on the £18,000 list price. I've driven...
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  Potholes damaged my car - can I seek compensation? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  A local road running through Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire is very severely potholed. Beds County Council has marked the potholes on its patch for repair,...
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  What's the best car for towing a horse trailer? 6 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy an affordable car for towing a horse trailer. We need a seven seater. My research points to the Skoda Kodiaq which can tow 2000kg....
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  Lancer or A3? 23 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am a fairly young driver at 20 (turning 21 soon). I've got to the point where I want to buy my second car and want it to be a nice sporty looking car,...
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  Is it a good time to go all-electric? 7 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I have a Toyota Yaris hybrid, mostly used locally. I have up to £15,000 plus part exchange and would like to go all electric. With Covid and...
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  Can you recommend a sporty car for a 10 mile commute? 6 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I need to buy a car for a 10 mile commute. Fuel economy isn’t important. I have always wanted a Mazda RX-8, and second hand prices are great value. However,...
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  Peugeot 3008 - new or used? 9 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I can buy a new 3008 for £16,500 but I have test driven the same model used with 18,000 miles on the clock. The forecourt price for the used car is £12,400....
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  Should I buy an OEM air-con condenser or aftermarket? 5 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I need a new air-con condenser for my 2008 Corsa 1.3 diesel. I appreciate OEM parts can be of higher quality etc but the OEM price quoted is £398 + VAT....
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  What is the battery life in my Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid? 11 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have had a Hyundau Ioniq hybrid since new, its 4 years old and has done 56,600 miles (mainly medium/long distance). How long will it last? I think...
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  I want to order a new Passat, but should I wait for the next generation? 26 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We have been looking at buying a new VW Passat Estate but there is currently a 40 week wait for a new factory order and we aren't in a hurry. However...
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  I need a small, automatic SUV - what would you suggest? 31 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We have an old BMW 330i and a newer Suzuki Ignis and are looking to replace both with one car that my wife can park easily in town but also can undertake...
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  If I replace an engine, do I need to tell the DVLA? 10 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  The engine in my Fiat Doblo van has broken down and the local garage that I trust has told me it needs replacing. I will do this with a reconditioned unit....
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  What's a sensible warm hatch to replace my Audi TT? 27 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive an Audi TT, which I really enjoy, however it's no longer compatible with having two children. I would like a reasonably powerful hatchback,...
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  What's the best small 4x4 with the lowest fuel costs? 21 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I live in the depth of the countryside and now have to travel 65-miles (round trip) to work on a variety of roads. I'm currently driving a 1.2 petrol SEAT...
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  I'm concerned about the gearbox in my recently purchased Ford - what should I do? 30 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased a 2014 Ford B-MAX through a main Ford dealer. However after reading reports about the auto box I am a little concerned. The car has...
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  Buying a family friendly SUV - any recommendations? 6 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Six years ago I took your advice and bought a nearly new Ford Focus 2.0 petrol and it has been a great, reliable car. Thanks a million HJ. We now have...
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  Wheel balance problems with BMW 3 Series 8 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I've just had two Avon tyres fitted to the rear of my BMW 330ci. The first time I drove on a motorway in excess of 60mph I experienced a terrible vibration...
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  Need a versatie small auto 4 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a 2005 Toyota Yaris Verso automatic which has done 34,000 miles. It has been completely reliable and is in excellent condition, a good load-lugger...
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  Which diesel car should I buy? 14 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to purchase a new vehicle and am aware of the potential problems with diesels. I do about 18,000 miles a year which comprises a daily commute...