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  Yaris or Fiesta for a low mileage driver? 1 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I' planning to buy either a Toyota Yaris (2009-2011) or Ford Fiesta (2008 onwards). Which of the two do you recommend for reliability, holding its...
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  Why has my Golf's catalytic converter light come on? 8 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  The catalytic converter light on my Dad's 2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI illuminated on 05/06/14, it was checked with a diagnostic device and was apparently...
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  Replacement for Passat diesel automatic? 22 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  We have had two Volkswagen Passat saloons and find that the 2.0-litre TDI combined with the DSG gearbox to be a good combination. In considering a replacement,...
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  New Nissan Qashqai - which engine do you recommend? 11 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to get a new Nissan Qashqai as a company car. I do 25,000 miles a year and want to get a diesel. Which engine do you recommend?
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  2008 or 2010 Hyundai i30? 28 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a used estate and I am interested in the Hyundai i30 1.6CRDi and the Kia Cee'd SW 1.6CRDi . I am considering cars from between 2008...
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  Does the stop-start system on my KIA Rio cause extra wear on the engine? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently bought a new KIA Rio 3-spec car. Like many other cars it has an Eco system where the engine shuts off when you stop at traffic lights etc....
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  Looking to buy a 2001 BMW 330d - problems to watch out for? 29 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a BMW 330D but it has 229,000 miles on the clock. The car has had all the services done by BMW, the last was done at the end of 2012...
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  Buying a long lasting car? 12 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My last 3 cars (all manuals) have each achieved 270k over 10 years driving at little cost (Scirocco and two diesels - a 405 estate and Passat estate) before...
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  Which small car to replace my 2000 Volkswagen Golf? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am a single 66-year old lady who does not enjoy changing cars. I am usually loyal to my car choice. My present car is a diesel 1.9 TDI Volkswagen Golf,...
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  We like our new Peugeot iOn electric car. 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have gone bonkers and bought a Peugeot iOn 3 weeks ago for £16,000. For what we do, some 700 miles a year on the small island of Jersey, it makes some...
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  Looking to replace my Zafira - suggestions? 3 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to replace a tired Zafira, with a budget of £5K max. Needs to be automatic and have a high driving position. Would prefer seven-seater but...
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  Which engine for a Ford S-MAX? 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm homing in on MPV for family (two adults and three growing kids) and have discounted Grand C-Max and Mazda5 in favour of S-Max on basis of needing the...
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  Small, cheap & economical mile muncher needed 12 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I need to get rid of my MG ZT-T CDTi and get something much smaller and more economical as I am commuting 500 miles per week between Warminster and Weymouth...
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  Does the Nissan Qashqai use a Renault engine? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a Nissan Primera P12 but am considering a change. The Nissan Qashqai looks interesting. Perhaps you could tell me if the 1.6 dCI engine...
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  Which pick up for the farm? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I require a replacement workhorse. While Land Rovers have served me well something a little more frugal on service and running costs is preferable. You...
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  Is the Subaru Legacy too good to be true? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm on the hunt for an economical diesel estate with good performance. Is there anything that comes close to the performance/mpg/tax band/insurance group...
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  Which company car? 21 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am going to have a car through work so to some extent the purchase cost is not a consideration. More important is economy and tax. However I drive...
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  Replacing a well loved Xsara Picasso 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I’m 66 and 6’10” tall and have run a Xsara Picasso Exclusive 2.0 HDi from 2004, which I love. Everything about it is right for me; however, it is approaching...
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  Regenerating my DPF 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I seem to remember you saying that if there is a period of low speed, short journeys the engine should be run at 2000revs+ for a period of 15 minutes each...
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  Recommend an automatic MPV to replace our Mazda Premacy? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I, both in our 70's, are looking to replace our ten-year old Mazda Premacy 2.0-litre petrol automatic with a similar MPV. Its successor, the...