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  Nissan Navara chassis corrosion 21 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My 2006 Nissan Navara failed its MoT recently due to chassis corrosion. Apparently this is a common fault, so I phoned Nissan UK and they arranged an inspection,...
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  How long should I keep my classic car? 11 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am 65 years old and have owned my Jensen Healey since 1977. It is just starting to increase in value due to it's rarity.I am considering selling in the...
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  Buying my own car for the first time in thirty years 3 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I’m going to retire in the next twelve months and will be forced to buy my own car for the first time in more than 30 years. The last six company vehicles...
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  Dealer won't repair faulty gearbox 20 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Ten months ago I purchased an approved used SEAT Leon (2012 plate) with just 11,000 miles on the clock. Three months after purchase it started making a...
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  Diesel bug in BMW 7 Series - any advice? 10 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have been told by my BMW dealer after spending £1000 that the reason my car stops running is that I have a diesel bug that has damaged the high pressure...
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  Should I keep or sell my A4 Avant? 1 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a 2004 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi with 86,000 miles. It still looks smart, I like driving it and it has generally been reliable. The car got through...
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  qashqai plus 2 replacement 16 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  We are considering whether to replace a 5 year old 2 litre petrol qashqai which has covered 34000 miles mainly on sub 4 mile trips around town. It is...
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  Particulate filter problem - can it be fixed? 10 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  In November I purchased a SEAT Ibiza from the Car Shop. Around a month later the DPF warning light came on. I consulted the handbook and took on the advice...
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  Should I have fitted a satnav to the display screen in our Toyota Prius? 16 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  On 29th May I purchased a Garmin satnav from Halfords. The assistant offered to come out to set it up but we had an appointment to keep, so declined. I...
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  Can you recommend a fun vehicle which is a bit 'different'? 5 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm now 64 and retired but still love cars. We have a nice 2000 model Jaguar XKR coupe for classic car shows and summer day driving. For everyday driving...
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  Engine management light is on – what’s the fault? 28 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa SXi, which has only covered 12,000 miles. After its last service and MoT the engine management light (EML) came on. I changed...
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  Why was my new Volkswagen Golf VII not supplied to the specification I ordered? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I ordered a new shape Volkswagen Golf VII on 11 January 2013 from the local dealer, based on info in the brochure of 19 October 2012. The production date...
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  Why doesn't my Mini One D return its quoted mpg figures? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently bought a Mini One D Baker Street, quoted as capable of 74.3mpg. I struggle to get 52 even on a long run and so does my dealership. This...
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  Buying a new small petrol automatic - what are the options? 13 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm after some help in choosing a small, petrol, automatic car to replace my ageing 2005 Vectra SRI CDTi 150 (98,500 miles). My daily commute is a...
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  What causes common turbo failures on the Audi A6 diesel? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Against repeated advice in your column I decided to continue running my gorgeous Audi A6 diesel estate car beyond the three-year warranty period. 18 months...
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  What do you think of the Mercedes-Benz R129 SL? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have the opportunity to purchase, as a private deal, a LHD 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL320 roadster, which belongs to a friend of a friend. It is white in colour...
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  Should I buy a used diesel? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have driven Volvos with tremendous satisfaction since 1970, currently a V70 diesel estate, but now at 82 I am finding it difficult to get in and out...
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  Taking trader to court 24 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am in the process of taking a dealer to small claims court - I bought a Toyota previa from them in June for £3125. It was 12 years old and had done 130,000...
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  I'm replacing a Honda Jazz - how about a Skoda. VRS? 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Replacement car for my Jazz. £5k ideal spend. Would go to £7k. Jazz has parking sensors and arm rest. Ideally want fitted to next car but DIY is acceptable...
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  Which diesel SUV for short school runs and easy loading of a wheelchair? 5 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Our trusty 2004 Nissan X-Trail, at 160,000 miles, worries me and may need replacing. Whilst the engine is still sweet, there is a fuel judder at 1800rpm...