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My Audi A4 is suffering a DPF fault - what is causing it? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I drive a three-year-old Audi A4 TDI and cover 85 miles each day to and from my place of work. My total annual mileage is roughly 28,000. On 5 November... -
Can you recommend an MPV that won't give me DPF problems? 17 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford C-Max 1.6 diesel which was bought new in 2007, serviced regularly, and has now done 112,000 miles with virtually no trouble. I am now looking... -
Which Octavia - or do I buy the Hyundai i30? 4 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at a 2010 2.0 PD diesel Skoda Octavia L&K with 122,000 miles for £6750 or a 2008 1.8-litre L&K petrol Skoda Octavia with 22,000 miles for £5950. Normally... -
Buying a used car to cover lots of short trips- which is best for £3000? 19 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking to buy a new car to cover lots of short trips. Overall, I drive 12 times a day, but only cover 20 miles. We have £3000 to spend and the car... -
Can you answer my technical questions on diesel engines? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a few queries on diesel cars that I would be grateful for your advice on. 1. With regards to the diesel particulate burning cycle, what is the effect... -
How should I drive my diesel Honda to protect the DPF, EGR valves and other diesel-related components? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am taking possession of a new Honda CR-V 2.2 iDTEC EX auto at the end of the month. With previous diesel vehicles I have driven them from new following... -
Which Golf for a new driver in London 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm a new driver now considering a vehicle. I narrowed my choice to a used Volkswagen Golf MK5, either the 1.6 petrol or the 1.9 diesel. My question is,... -
Put off by excessive wear on used model? 19 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Hello - I am thinking of buying an ex-motability 09 Citroen C3 picasso. It has done 15,000 miles - but has had new tyres fitted. I have seen a visual health... -
Should I expect DPF, DMF and cam belt problems with my new Ford Kuga TDCi? 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am soon to take delivery of a Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi 163 Titanium. Should I be concerned about the 'dual mass flywheel', DPF, and belt cam? I am not too... -
Petrol or diesel? 24 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I'm downsizing from an Almera 1.5, and I was wondering what was better to get. I want to spend less than £1000 as it is just for a short period, and... -
Changing a 2003 Golf TDI 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am confused by the market. My wife wants to change her 2003 Volkswagen Golf TDI auto for a similar model. -
Which oil for a Nissan Note? 11 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
What grade oil should I use in a Nissan Note 1.5DCi 2010. The vehicle does NOT have a DPF fitted. -
I got a diesel van when I only do short runs and now the DPF keeps clogging. What petrol van should I replace it with? 15 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I made the mistake of buying a diesel Fiat Doblo van. I only do short runs and the DPF keeps clogging up, even a long run does nothing. What small van... -
I want to replace my Focus ST - what will offer better fuel economy and should I buy a diesel? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2006 Focus ST which I've owned for four years, and apart from a replacement alternator and door strap the only cost has been routine... -
Are my driving habits likely to be causing DPF problems on my Mondeo? 21 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Over the recent past I have read what to me seem conflicting views on diesel-engined cars and the problems that different types of driving and mileage... -
Does my Peugeot 807 need a new DPF? 5 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2-litre 2003 Peugeot 807 LX HD. In March we were driving on a motorway when the engine light came on, and the computer read "anti pollution fault"... -
Should I buy a diesel if I only do short trips? 1 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
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What are the consequences of doing low mileage in a diesel car? 21 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'd like to buy a diesel BMW X3 2.0 but most of my journeys are short. What would be the negative effects on the car from my driving pattern? Are there... -
Have other people experienced the Volkswagen Scirocco DPF regenerating every 150 miles after the emission fix? 31 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0 TDI DSG recently went for its emissions recall fix and since then it has gone into DPF Regeneration mode every 150-200... -
Volkswagen Passat CC engine problems - what's the fault? 30 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a seven year old Volkswagen Passat CC. It has covered 140,000 miles and had no issues until now. The last two journeys, of approx 200 miles, the...
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