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  Could you recommend me a powerful, off-road vehicle? 27 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm a sheep shearer and I'm struggling to identify the right vehicle that meets my needs: • Room for all my shearing equipment (stand, toolboxes, motor,...
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  I had a no-fault accident - should I let the third party's insurance deal with the claim? 25 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My car was hit from behind while I was driving. Unfortunately, the cars became attached on my tow bar so I had to call my insurance company to get someone...
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  What's the best used estate for £4000? 7 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My commute is a 100-mile round trip per day (four days a week) and I am looking for a utopian estate car or similar that is reliable, economical, costs...
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  I was involved in an accident, but my vehicle was barely damaged - should I tell my insurer? 20 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I was stopped on a slip road waiting to merge onto a duel carriageway. A car then ran into the back of my motorhome. There was a huge bump to his bumper...
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  I want a small campervan to travel in my retirement, which models do you recommend? 16 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a campervan to go travelling during my retirement. There is only me to consider, so a small van seems to be appropriate. The choice...
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  My car needed a new turbo which the manufacturer is paying for - should I have to pay the labour? 21 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Last week a couple of yellow warning lights appeared on the dash of my 2014 Skoda Octavia 1.4 petrol. At the main dealer they diagnosed a turbo fault which...
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  Should I get diesel, petrol or hybrid for my next car? 13 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 2015 Renault Kadjar 1.5 diesel. We bought the car due to its ability to carry large loads, comfort on long journeys and fuel economy....
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  Volkswagen Scirocco turbo failure 13 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0 TDI BlueMotion. It broke down last week with plumes of white smoke coming from the exhaust. It was towed back to...
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  7 Seater with some off-road capability 26 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Hello HJ - With 5 children between 8 and 12 years old on an in town school run would appreciate your advice regarding vehicle options to accommodate them...
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  Is there a way of improving the fuel economy of our Jeep Grand Cherokee? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has just sold her much-loved 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee and bought a newer one, a 2000 Grand Cherokee 4-litre petrol which has only 38,000 miles....
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  Complete engine failure with four year old Golf 8 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDI Match back in February from Car Giant in London. I was the second owner, with the car previously being a fleet car....
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  Which utility vehicle for everyday transport and workhorse duties? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have two cars that I would like to amalgamate to one. The first is a Nissan Qashqai, which is used for everyday comfortable transport, and...
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  SUV with good ground clearance and adequate boot space 25 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The time has come to replace my much loved Daihatsu Terios. I need a reliable 4 wheel drive automatic (dodgy knee). It must be able to deal with unmade...
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  Coolant loss in a 16 month old Astra 19 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 16 month old (from new) 17k miles Astra J 1.4 Turbo has started consuming coolant. The first time the warning "check coolant" came on I filled the header...
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  Fuel rail problem with my X-Type 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My X-Type broke down on motorway. The glow plug light on the dash started to flash, the engine management light came on and the car cut out. It had to...
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  I need an economical 4x4 for towing a horse box 23 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I've had a 1.0-litre VW Polo for 12 years and it is sadly coming to the end of its life. I need to replace it with a 4x4 that can also pull a horse...
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  Why was my engine diagnosed as a write-off after driving through deep water? 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Three days ago I stupidly drove my Citroen diesel ZX auto (190,000 on the clock) through a flooded road. The engine stalled and would not start. When the...
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  I was sold a new battery when the fault was actually a failed alternator - can I get a refund for the battery? 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  The 2-year-old battery in my Vauxhall Astra 2.2 Coupe failed to start the car during the recent spate of cold weather. After recharging it, it again failed...
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  What could be causing my Renault Clio's starting problem? 13 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2003 Renault Clio 1.5 DCi with 70,000 miles. When starting from cold, the engine turns and fires but does not pick up. On the third attempt the...
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  My car's CD player went missing when the car was repaired after an accident - what do I do? 2 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I recently had an accident with a fox. I drove the car back to my grandma's house on holiday where it was promptly taken by one of my insurance company's...