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  Can I have temporary insurance cover for my old car I'm selling? 18 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have motor insurance with Quote Me Happy. I'm considering the purchase of another car and may possibly have someone who could be interested...
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  Is it true that modern cars have a 7-year life cycle? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  You state in today's column that a modern car has a 7-year life cycle. Since I have an 8-year old Mercedes-Benz, this is a bit of a surprise, to me and...
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  Rover soled 21 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My son and I are desperately in need of some advice and I wondered if you could please help. Two weeks ago, my son bought a used Rover 75 from a local...
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  MY five year old MINI Cooper just failed the MoT, needing a total rear brake replacement - is this a common fault? 23 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My MINI Cooper kist failed its MoT because it needs a total rear brake replacement. I was told it had warped rear callipers, worn rear disks, pads and...
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  Been waiting 10 weeks for C-Class part - what can I do? 28 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My two month old Mercedes-Benz C350e was involved in a collision and is in a repair shop waiting to be fixed. However, the dealer is unable to get the...
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  Vauxhall Meriva air con not working as it should 28 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  The air con on my Vauxhall Meriva works okay for most of the time - producing cool/cold air - but I suspect this means it's not working at full design...
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  Best first car for an 18-year-old new driver? 20 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My 18-year-old daughter has just passed her driving test. We would like to find her something to drive and would appreciate your advice. We are looking...
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  Was I offered a 2008-model Honda Civic on a 2009 plate by a Honda dealer? 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  In March 2010 I was offered a 10-month-old Civic EX by a Honda dealer in Bedford. Despite having an 09 plate the specification seemed to be inconsistent...
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  I have £3000 to spend on a daily driver. What's your advice? 12 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm about to be made redundant, which means handing back the company car. I'll be using the redundancy cash to pick up a sub £3000 car until I find another...
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  We are a two car family and want to buy 2 new econdhand cars 2 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We are a two car family (P-reg Ford Escort with 80k on clock and 04-reg Honda Accord with 110k on clock). Both cars have full service history and are excellent...
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  What should I replace my ageing SEAT Leon FR with? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Seat Leon FR thats 10 years old. What would be a good, reliable replacement? I specifically do not want my ventilation controls on the touchscreen.
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  What's the best battery charger? 9 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  What is the best battery charger for a Honda Civic Tourer 1.8 petrol about four years old? My max budget is up to £100, however would prefer to source...
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  What new car should I replace my Peugeot 206 CC with? 23 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 15-year-old Peugeot 206 CC and want to replace it with a modern alternative, what should I look at?
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  Which small petrol hatchbacks have a sunroof and navigation? 11 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to buy a smallish petrol hatchback that has a sunroof and navigation, between 1 and 3 years old. What would you suggest?
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  Insight, Prius or Civic Hybrid? 4 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I can buy a Honda Civic hybrid for less money than an Insight and it appears to be better finished but you seem to say the Insight drives better. I can...
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  Steering fault on my Mazda2? 8 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter has a 3 yr old Mazda2. For some time it has suffered a knocking in the steering at or near full lock. Mazda dealer has regreased steering column...
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  What economy from an old Mondeo auto? 16 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  How many miles per gallon would you expect an R reg Ford Mondeo Automatic to do? The car has been regularly serviced and looked after.
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  Need a small car for £6,000. What would you recommend? 6 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  What would you recommend in the small/mini class with good reliability/build quality to be used round town. Must have four doors. Budget about £6,000....
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  Replacing a Bongo 10 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  What would be a good replacement for my wife's Ford Freda (Bongo variant) with sliding doors, at least 7 full-size seats, but an improved ability to get...
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  Height adjustable passenger seats? 4 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Looking for a normal medium size car two to four years old with height adjustable passenger seat and enough roof height after adjusting, probably to the...