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• FAO Owners of the New Mondeo 29 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  once I have more info. The problem is related to the rear brakes and requires a valve to be fitted.
• Lifting the bonnet 13 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  which only last ~6 months, brake components have always been well known brands. Andrew www.hispecgolfs.co.uk
• Carscan-one to watch? 9 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  Interesting snippet in current car mag.(For modern cars) Vehicle Characterisitics Tester. Computerised test of cars 6 primary systems(engine,gearbox,brakes,clutch,suspension & emissions) plus visual inspection of all major components. 8 page report & comparison with manufacturers standard
• Rover 400, appetite for light bulbs 19 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  I have changed many, many bulbs front and rear during the 1 year of ownership of my P Reg Rover 400. A colleague with the same model (S Reg) has changed bulbs about 6 times. I see these cars running around in twilight with very often, one of the brake lights or side lights not working
• Yesterday's is the price right? 15 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  will not be worn, brakes will be okey dokey etc? Or not? What are the main things which might go soon - the whole engine?
• perpetual motion car. 5 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  i am working on a car that is driven by perpetual motion, the only problem is that the does a top speed of 37 mph, i cant get the car to go any slower (37 - mph in a 30 zone means alot of speed tickets), i also cant get it to brake (the engine is always doing 37mph), the good thing is that it costs
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  The MPG on my car is terrible - what could be the cause? 3 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Vauxhall Insignia and all seems mechanically sound with 68000 miles on the clock, a recent service and full service history plus new discs brakes...
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  Is the stop start system in my Honda Jazz more trouble than it is worth? 4 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have some doubts about the benefit of this facility. Every time I come to a stop with foot held on the brake the engine stops and release the brake and...
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  Is a first generation Honda Insight a good buy? 4 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  What are your views on a 2001 Honda Insight? I am very keen on them for aesthetics and economy, cheap tax. Are there things I should ask the owner about?...
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  I just bought a 1993 MG RV8 - what should I look out for in terms of servicing? 5 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have just purchase a 1993 MG RV8 UK model with 12,500 miles on the clock. Do I need to change the cam belt or anything else that may need attention?...
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  Buying a new family car - Mazda 6 or Skoda Superb? 14 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mazda 6 Sport Nav (175 Manual) 2013 version which on the whole I am happy with especially the safety pack (Lane & rear view monitoring etc). I...
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  I've bought a car which had not been repaired for an MoT - should the dealer cover 'preventative maintenance'? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Last month I acquired a cheap 12-year-old car from a small dealer with a fresh MoT certificate (with no advisories). The MoT history subsequently obtained...
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  I hired a Vauxhall Insignia diesel which developed a fault - who is liable? 11 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I recently hired a Vauxhall Insignia diesel. I drove about half a mile and then parked the car for about an hour. When I came back to the car, I started...
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  My new 508 has a fault 20 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have just taken delivery of a brand new diesel Peugeot 508 SW. It arrived with the towing eye cover missing. This was pointed out to them by me and...
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  Trailer for sale or tent? 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  This is slightly left field of your normal motoring advice but I would like your opinion on how to tackle this problem. In brief I bought a Raclet trailer...
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  I can't afford to change my 2001 Mondeo - should I take out a warranty on it in case of expensive problems? 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I run a 2001 Ford Mondeo estate Ghia X, 2.0 petrol manual. I bought it in 2002 on the Ford Direct scheme. It has now done 85,000 miles and has been a fantastic...
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  Gap yards 12 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Regarding A.L. of Sevenoaks’ unfortunate rear end shunt on the M25, I have some advice to all readers. If you are confronted by stationary traffic on a...
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  Milked shake 2 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2002/52 Jaguar XJ8 and for the past 12-18 months have had a recurring problem with juddering when braking at speed in excess of 30mph. I replaced...
• An Open Letter To Car Drivers 6 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  braking or going round roundabouts. On the other hand, that we may have driven for 9 hours that day in all weathers and road conditions plus worked tipping and loading the trailer for at least another 4 hours all perfectly legally. You still know best. You want us off the roads in the rush hour, you want
• Vauxhall Astra 1.7 D - Worth Spending Money Servicing ? 6 Nov 2024 (Forum)
  the independents are also around £250-£300 for a service also. There’s not much lot in it unless I get a major service. Local independent garage ( with good reviews ) say online it’s £270 for a major service. Sister in law said it needs an oil change and has never changed the anti freeze or brake fluid in three