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  Ire-land 13 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  3 months ago, I sold a 55-year-old car to an acquaintance of mine in Northern Ireland. (I am in Sussex.) The car has a valid MoT until August 2009 and...
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  My logbook has been 'lost' at the DVLA for months. What's going on? 8 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm in the process of buying a Japanese import car. The seller has applied to the DVLA to obtain the V5 logbook but after weeks of waiting and weekly calls...
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  Can you get breakdown cover for two cars? 18 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I both still drive and each own our own car. We are 'getting on a bit' in years but are keen to carry on driving while we feel safe to do...
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  What small self-charging hybrid has low insurance? 30 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  At 88 years old I find that the insurance cost for my Dacia Jogger is prohibitive. I am prepared to downsize. Which small self charging car (petrol/electric)...
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  Are Pedestrian Protection Systems supposed to be cheap to repair? 5 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Once activated are Pedestrian Protection Systems supposed to easy and economical to repair? Currently the Jaguar F-Type requires a new bonnet, airbag...
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  Can my son take ownership of my car while I remain the insurance policyholder? 17 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I own two vintage cars, due to advancing age I plan to transfer ownership to my 36 year old son.The cars will be kept on my premises and insured by me...
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  Is a SORNd Lexus UX a good deal? 1 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  There are quite a few Lexus UX for sale at the present time, all registered April 2023, and all sorned in August 2023. These cars have usually just under...
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  Is law that all new cars must be fitted with an SOS emergency button? 17 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2022 Vauxhall Grandland SRi. I understand that as of April 2018 all vehicles manufactured after this date must be fitted with a SOS button by...
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  Is the procedure for crossing a ford different in a hybrid, electric or automatic vehicle? 2 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I recently crossed a ford in my Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. I am aware of procedure in manual car. What advice can you give for automatics, hybrids and...
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  Is my Mercedes Euro 5a or Euro 5b? 27 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Is my July 2012 Mercedes C220 AMG sport stop/start diesel a Euro 5a or Euro 5b? My local Mercedes dealer (in Ayr) where quite rude when asked and no help...
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  Are there really delays on new cars or is this just an excuse to hike prices? 28 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Are car manufacturers being honest about the continuing delays on new cars due to computer chip shortages? Or is this just an excuse to hike prices? I...
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  Should I buy a Toyota Celica? 5 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I fancy a Toyota Celica as a second car. Probably a T Sport 190 bhp (but not the GT with a big spoiler) 2005ish for approx £5,000 to £7,000. Should I buy...
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  Can you recommend a reliable SUV? 1 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I’m looking to buy a medium to small SUV, hybrid preferably. Comfort and economy are important as are good build quality and dependability. I live in the...
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  Does my car have to be serviced at a main dealer to preserve the warranty? 9 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm buying a new Mazda CX-5 40 miles from where I live. I'm 77 and don't want to travel this distance for servicing, is there any way round this to preserve...
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  Should I buy a 2005 Citroen C5 diesel estate? 8 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I've been offered a 2005 Citroen C5 diesel estate with low mileage (65,000 miles), one owner from new (owner is retiring from driving) for £700. It drives...
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  What should I buy as a first car? 3 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I am 17 and hopefully on the cusp of passing my test. I have between £750 and £1,000. I’m looking for a car with low insurance costs and running cost....
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  Is buying a Honda Accord for £600 worth it? 13 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a 2004 Honda Accord 2.0 petrol. It has 217,000 miles on the clock and is advertised for £600 with an MOT and full service history....
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  I have an old Lada Riva. It seems a pity to scrap it, but does it have any value? 8 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've inherited my father's old Lada Riva 1200. It's rusty and hasn't run for 14 years, but it was owned by him alone since new and the actual one on display...
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  Is the old Audi A5 problematic? 23 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm interested in a 2011 Audi A5 convertible. It's diesel with 67,000 miles. Is there anything that I should be aware of, or that should put me off buying...
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  Does Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) in a Volkswagen make a significant difference to ride comfort? 10 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We have a Golf GTI performance edition (2017 model) and love it to bits. The firm ride is great for the times when you want to push on. But - we find the...