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  BMW Runflat Tyres 4 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a BMW 3 Series Touring (320d X Drive) with P7 runflats. I value the security they provide in being able to continue driving, albeit for a limited...
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  Three and a half year old car with dmf, clutch and gearbox damage - HELP! 2 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  We bought our August 2011 Passat in Feb 2013, second hand from available car. It was still under warranty and we took out an extra 2 year extended...
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  Can I recommend Tyrepal tyre monitors to your readers? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  You asked for reader experiences of Tyre Pal. I bought a set just before Christmas 2011 when on offer at a near half price. The sensors are fitted to my...
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  Mazda RX-8 poor compression 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2004 Mazda RX8 192 that I bought in April 2005 with 5,000mls on the clock. I bought it from a Mazda Dealer with a full service history and I have...
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  The clutch has failed on our car after just 26,000 miles - is this normal wear and tear? 19 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a one previous owner 2015 Honda HR-V 2015 and the clutch has burnt out at 26000 miles. How do I get the main dealer to agree that clutch must...
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  My car has been written off as a Cat S - can I keep the same personalised plate if I get it repaired? 5 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My car, which carries a special number plate, was slightly damaged recently, but the insurance company's repairers wish to write it off. It is classified...
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  What's the rotten egg smell in my car? 22 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My 2010 Toyota Prius has been stuttering and there's a rotten egg smell. I've sent it to Toyota for repairs. What could be the problem?
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  What's the best method for running-in a new EcoBoost? 23 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm due to collect my new Ford with the EcoBoost petrol engine. Do new cars still have a running-in period? Is there anything to be careful of with this...
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  SEAT Ibiza DSG problems 26 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I bought my SEAT ibiza in 2010. The mechatronic is defective and needs replacement. The problem is it will cost me around 2500$ at the dealer and I can't...
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  BMW 1 Series ran low on fuel and now won't start 6 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a BMW 116i which I purchased this year (2005 reg) with a one lady owner and a full BMW service history. Unfortunately I ran low on petrol recently...
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  Rover 45 has died and won't start 15 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Rover 45 yesterday and as I was driving home the revs were bouncing up when parked at lights. Today, the engine light came on and the car died...
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  Timing chain failure on BMW 120d, is this common? 13 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2007 plate BMW 120d SE, which I bought from a dealership 15 months ago. It has 67,000 on the clock and always been in the dealer network for work...
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  what are considered 'Reasonable' repairs on 1997 car 11 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a second hand car (1997 Jeep Cherokee 2.5TD) from a dealer. When I bought it, there were leaks underneath which I had noted, and was assured...
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  Did speed cushions damage the tyres on my wife's Ford Focus? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'd like to pick up on two things that you constantly bring to the fore: speed cushions. My wife recently had her car MOTd and we thought it would sail...
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  Nutting in particulate 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1.3 Multijet diesel, Lounge spec and took delivery of my cherished car in April 2008. It has done less than 3,000 miles and its annual service...
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  Hand dull 18 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Can you help? I'm replacing my wife's X-Trail 2.5L Petrol Sport 04 Plate and handing it back on a balloon payment deal. I have a 52 plate VW Passat 1.9Tdi...
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  Can you recommend a reliable family car for £1000? 19 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm currently looking for a second car that can double up as daily transport for short local journeys and taking the family and dog on local outings. We're...
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  Clutch failure after 4 months - should the dealer pay for repairs? 15 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Six months ago I bought a used Hyundai Santa Fe from an independent garage. The car was sold with a full service history and also came with a 12 month...
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  Why won't my Daewoo Matiz start? 28 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm at my wits end with my 2003 Daewoo Matiz. I bought the car with an alternator problem, which I fixed and the car started fine. However, after five...
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  Buying a new 4x4 - what do you recommend? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to change my petrol 2003 Honda CRV. It has been a great car, but I want to replace it with something newer. I've looked at the new Honda CRV/Mazda...