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  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"...
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  Should I buy a diesel if I only do short trips? 1 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Should i buy a diesel if mostly doing short journeys?
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  What sort of diesel regeneration does my car have? 10 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2013 Mercedes E250. What sort of diesel regeneration does it have? I drive 50 miles or more on main roads at least weekly.
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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...
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  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...
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  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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  Should I buy a Honda CR-V or something else? 13 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have avoided the Honda CR-V in the past due to high running costs but the 2015 changes seem to have sorted that problem. Is this the right 4x4 for comfort...
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  When to replace a diesel car 8 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2012 VW CC diesel 140bhp diesel and return 51mpg. Most of my mileage is on motorways and fast A roads. I do approx. 18k annually and my current...
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  Buying a used Mercedes - should I avoid the diesel? 20 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a three year old Mercedes-Benz C-Class. I have about £12,000 to spend and would normally would choose a diesel, as I do about 15- 20,000...
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  Can you recommend a car that's suitable for motorway driving? 20 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I’m searching for a car that’s suitable for motorway driving. I will cover around 90 miles each day and have £2000 to spend, plus a 2005 Nissan Micra to...
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  Will my daughter's CX-5 have a problematic DPF? 3 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter plans to buy a Mazda CX-5 with 2.2 150ps diesel. They only do one or two long runs a month (+25 miles), most of the trips will be 4 to 5 miles...
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  Petrol or diesel Sportage? 8 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We have chosen the '3' spec Sportage 2wd but it only comes in diesel, the '2' spec comes in 1.6 petrol but all reports say it is underpowered. I've...
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  Where can I get Platinum Plus DPF additive? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  A few weeks ago a reader recommended Platinum Plus treatment for DPF problems. I am unable to locate a supplier of this product. Can you please let me...
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  Is the Duster going to suffer DPF issues? 21 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Would you foresee any likely problems with the Dacia Duster dCi 110 4x2 diesel engine, e.g. Particulate filter, DMF and exhaust gas recirculation valves?...
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  Does my Nissan X-Trail have a DPF and dual mass flywheel, and is it likely to give problems? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have an 2005 2.2 DCI Nissan X-Trail, 50,000 miles. Does it have the potentially ruinous components of a diesel particulate filter and a dual mass flywheel?...
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  Should I use V-Power diesel in my Volvo V70 to avoid DPF problems? 21 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me if I am less likely to have particulate filter problems this winter if I always use Shell V-Power diesel in my new Volvo V70 2 litre D3?
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  Petrol or diesel Nissan Juke? 27 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have happily owned a C3 1.4 Diesel for several years and am thinking of buying a new 1.5 Nissan Juke. I do 6,000 miles per annum made up of weekly...
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  Should I change my car? 3 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Sept 2007 Mazda 6 2.0 diesel, which has been totally reliable and trouble free for 3.5 years. I have read your advice that diesels start costing...
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  Fault codes, Peugeot 307 26 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 307SW 1.6 HDi and the anti pollution fault light is coming on whenever I start the car up. There seems to be nothing wrong with the car, though....
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  Used estate or 4x4 6 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive a Renaultsport Clio 197, but I need a family estate car. I want to spend around £5000. I travel 18,000 miles per year so a diesel...