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  Unexplained noises on my Focus 9 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford Focus 2.0 Ghia 2005 model with 45,000 miles on the clock. It has been making weird noises which I can only describe as sounding like someone...
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  What is causing '50p tyre syndrome' on my Ford C-Max? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford C-Max 1.6 TDCI CVT auto has developed a droning noise from the rear axle. It’s been in my local garage twice because I suspected a bearing had...
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  How can we prevent the handbrake failing on my daughter's Suzuki Swift? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter’s Suzuki Swift was recalled for a handbrake problem but was deemed OK. Recently, when parked at work, the car rolled back into a wall scuffing...
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  Will Mercedes-Benz fix this under warranty? 1 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My independent Mercedes-Benz servicing garage tells me that the Sensotronic Brake Control unit on my 2004 E320 cdi (90,000 mileage) needs replacement at...
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  Why can't we have hand controls for the brake and accelerator fitted to a manual car? 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  It looks as if we are going to have to have controls for the brake and accelerator attached to the steering column. No problem, there is a firm near us...
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  Let us pay? 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I recently took my Octavia 1.9TDI into my local Skoda dealership (Progress of Letchworth) for a service prior to its first MoT and asked for a couple of...
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  Is it worth restoring my friend's Lotus Esprit Turbo? 16 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  A friend of mine is thinking of selling his 1990 Lotus Esprit Turbo. It has done about 15,000 miles and has been kept in a garage for the last six years...
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  Will using the 'spacesaver' spare wheel on my Astra whilst towing a caravan affect safety? 28 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  A full-size matching road wheel (I paid extra as I tow a caravan) does not fit in the well of the boot of my fantastic new Astra SRi 2.0 CTDI. The ‘spacesaver’...
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  Bought a car with lots of faults 16 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 95 MX5 from a specialist garage 6 weeks ago. I have recently sent it to my local garage to get a few things looked at and asked them to do an...
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  VW Polo specification changes 21 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My wife ordered a new Polo 1.4SE DSG on 15 June 2010 against a specification/price list dated 1 April 2010 and brochure 1 March 2010. We collected the...
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  Disco fervour 29 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a 57 plate Passat from a VW dealer around a year ago. The vehicle is still in warranty and has 20k on the clock. On a recent visit to the...
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  What should I pay attention to if I buy a high mileage car? 21 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a high mileage Volvo XC90. Any tips of what to look out for?
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  Electronic handbrake issue on Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 6 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C4 Grand Picasso failed its MOT on "handbrake hold". Investigation by the dealer showed a complete failure of cables and motor costing £1000...
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  Can I get a contribution from the seller of my ex-fleet BMW 520d towards replacement parts? 15 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a BMW 520d as an ex-fleet car with 96,000 miles. I have done less than 1000 miles, but I had to change all brake pads and all four discs because...
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  Can I tow a caravan with my hybrid? 19 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mercedes C200 mild hybrid. Can I tow a caravan with this make and model?
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  buying new tyres 2 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  the front tyres on my VW Tiguan 4Motion suv need changing, but can I get away with just renewing the front two or should I replace all four?
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  Does stopping distance increase with heavy electric cars? 20 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Are electric cars heavier than their petrol and diesel equivalents? If so does the extra weight mean they take longer to stop? If so is thus a road safety...
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  What's the best small tow van? 29 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a small van to tow 800kg. What do you suggest?
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  Suspension fault with new Citroen C3 Picasso? 28 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a new Citroen C3 Picasso 1.6 diesel. I have covered roughly 1000 miles, but the car has developed a knocking/rattling noise from the front suspension,...
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  How much should I pay for a new Mazda 6? 11 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have been offered a brand new pre-registered Mazda 6 Sportnav for £21,000. Is this a good deal? The list price is £26,450.