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  Does my Peugeot 407 really need diesel fuel additive? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  In my 2006 Peugeot 407 SW SE, diesel fuel additive should be checked at 70,000 miles and running out can lead to massive bills. Mine required three litres...
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  Why is my Vauxhall Astra starting to judder and idle roughly? 28 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought this 2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.7 DTI diesel estate which, when I first drove it, was nice to drive without any problems. Later on the same...
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  Would you recommend a high mileage BMW 3 Series E46 as a first car? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am 24 years old with only named driver insurance and am now in the position to purchase my first car. I am looking for a car which is fun to drive, safe,...
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  Best small automatic for £3000? 28 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Which small automatic would you recommend for £3000? It must have five-doors and be suitable for town driving.
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  Electrical problems with Peugeot 106 12 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am having some issues with my Peugeot 106. If I lift the throttle when the lights are on my battery light comes on. What’s going on?
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  Painting by numptys 23 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
  This must be one that deserves as much publicity as Direct Line’s claim to let named drivers build up their own no claims. Last summer we sold my son’s...
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  Would a pick-up truck be suitable for off-roading and city driving? 28 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Following your advice five years ago, I purchased an old Range Rover Sport - which I loved and was very practical with a reasonable amount of off road...
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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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  Need a small city car - what do you recommend? 16 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I'm based in London, and since moving here I've generally gotten away with riding a 50cc Vespa, but would now like to get myself a car so as to get out...
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  Low cost motorway driving 9 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I need some advice on what car (probably second hand) to buy. My priorities are: MOST IMPORTANT: 1. Low *overall* cost motoring 2. Quiet & comfortable...
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  What do you recommend to replace a Volkswagen Golf? 17 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My in-laws, who are in their 70s and live in rural Scotland, recently had a car crash in which their 2014 Volkswagen Golf was written off. They are now...
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  Hyundai i30 1.0 T-GDi - does it have a timing belt or chain? 27 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Can tell me if my 2018 Hyundai i30 1.0 T-GDi has a cam belt or a timing chain?
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  Little green arrows on the dashboard - what do they mean? 15 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me what the two little arrows on the dashboard mean?
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  Peugeot 407 auto stuck in third gear 22 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My Peugeot 407 (automatic) is stuck in third gear. When I move the gearshift from drive to manual the display refuses to show which gear I'm in. Any idea...
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  Vibrating Renault Trafic 12 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 Renault Trafic. It is starting to vibrate when I get up to 50mph. I had the wheels checked and they are OK.
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  My newly-bought used car has a cracked alloy. What are my rights with the dealer? 20 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a used approved 2018 Mercedes E-Class from a Jaguar dealer. It's still under manufacturer warranty and I opted for year extended dealer warranty....
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  I only do short drives - can I take precautions to stop DPF issues with my Mazda 6? 9 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I've been reading some of the problems Mazda 6 owners have with DPFs. My Mazda 6 now has 93,000 miles on the clock, it had 90,000 when I bought it. I mostly...
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  What can I do to get cheaper insurance for my 95 year old dad? 28 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My dad turned 95 in July and he just got his insurance renewal. He has a five-year-old Vauxhall Corsa and does 500 miles a year max. His premium has gone...
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  What's the best medium-sized automatic car? 14 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a medium sized automatic 2015-2017 for under £10,000. I want low mileage and five doors. I currently have a 2013 Peugeot 207SW diesel...
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  My EV gives an indicated range that is less than the claimed maximum, should I be concerned? 6 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a Kia Soul EV 2021 with a stated max range of 280 miles. I have done several long journeys and charged to 100% (normally charge to 80%...