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  What hybrid car would you recommend for an elderly couple that offers comfort and space? 21 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  What car would you suggest for an elderly couple, one is two metres tall and the other has back problems. Preferably used up to £30K, automatic and hybrid...
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  Should I leave an auto in neutral when stopped at traffic lights? 11 Nov 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford Kuga automatic. When stopped for a couple of minutes at traffic lights my habit is to put on the handbrake and select neutral. My adult son...
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  Can you recommend a reliable car with soft suspension? 24 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm a retired man looking for a reliable, automatic car under £10,000. I need something with soft suspension as I have a very bad back and vibration makes...
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  Do the new lockdown guidelines alter the MoT extension? 12 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  As one can now drive any time, anywhere in England, from 13 May - does this alter the six month MoT extension?
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  My MOT expired while I was self-isolating. Do I have to take it to a garage? 7 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I was in self isolation when my MOT was due. What can I do?
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  Can we keep our DSG automatic in D when held on the handbrake? 8 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We are about to buy a Volkswagen T-Cross DSG which has a manual handbrake. In London we have a lot of traffic lights and historically we have kept the...
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  Did changing the gearbox oil in my 2006 Skoda Fabia break the gearbox? 17 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have been using a 2006 Skoda Fabia automatic for 2 years and I have an all Skoda dealer service history. At the last service they advised me to change...
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  Buying a new smaller (Polo to Golf size) automatic car for older person - what would you recommend? 28 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Looking for advice on buying a new small to medium size 5 door auto car to keep for 7 years or so. Fundamental characteristic - total reliability and good...
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  Vauxhall Corsa will not start 17 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have an automatic Corsa 07-plate and it will not start. The AA looked at it and tried to reset it but nothing showing on the diagnostics, so they took...
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  Buying a new £20,000 car – what would you recommend? 3 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a shoulder problem, she is finding gear change and handbrake operation a problem. It looks like we need a car with automatic transmission and...
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  Can you recommend an automatic car with plenty of legroom and boot space? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I need an automatic car that is high up with plenty of legroom and boot space. I tried a Nissan Qashqai 1.6 but didn’t like the CVT. I want petrol as I...
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  Buying a new car for a short driver 28 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  As my wife is only five feet in height and of slender build it is difficult to find a suitable, safe car to drive because she sits so close to the airbag....
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  A car for a couple in their 70s 14 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are in our 70s and would like a car with good visibility, economy and ease of accessibility. Most of the journeys are short local runs but once a month...
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  Which 4x4 to replace our family car? 4 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We want to replace the family saloon with something a bit more rugged - a go anywhere car suitable for bikes and some rough unmade up roads etc. We...
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  Is the Honda Jazz a good replacement for my Honda Accord? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 2004 Honda Accord 2.0i Executive automatic and would like to downsize to something easier to get in and out of, with cheaper running...
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  Is the new Toyota Yaris better than the previous model? 13 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Will you please comment on the new Toyota Yaris automatic hybrid from the point of view of a Motability lease, its reliability and whether the quoted mpg...
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  Citroen C5 Hydrostatic suspension 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a car on the market that can match the Citroen C5 Tourer Exclusive Hydrostatic (2008-on) for its ability to turn our cratered and potholed roads...
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  Replacing a DSG automatic Octavia? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have enjoyed my 2006 DSG Skoda Octavia (Elegance) but the ride is lumpy and the engine is quite noisy. I do about 12k miles a year, mostly out of...
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  Should I sell my 2004 Mercedes-Benz E270 to avoid problems in the future? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a Mercedes-Benz E270 CDI Elegance Estate on 1 September 2004. It has only done 55,000 miles, is in excellent condition and has been serviced...
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  Astra la vista 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Our Astra of 10 years and 100,000 miles has nagging problems and we struggle to get out of the low seating and to load a wheel chair in and our of the...