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  Which small automatic car for a 91-year-old driver? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am 91 years of age and drive approximately 8000 miles per year. I run a Volvo V50 Automatic but am considering downsizing to a small, quality car that...
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  Why aren't speed limits displayed using a reflective band system? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Speed limits could be posted by reflective bands and a system of one band for 30mph, two for 40mph adopted. Motorists have to have certain standards of...
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  Is BP Ultimate as good as Shell VPower? 23 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My nearest petrol station is BP, and I have been running my Mercedes 190e 2.0 on Ultimate. Would I benefit by seeking out a Shell station and using...
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  How reliable are these MPVs? 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Of these cars having 3 ISOFIX seats in the second row, how would you rate the reliability of one against the other? Citroen C4 Grand Picasso, Peugeot 5008,...
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  Hyundai ix35: Style or Premium? 11 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have almost decided to buy a Hyundai ix35, is the Premium worth the extra cost over the Style model (1.7 diesel with ISG). I want comfort, reliabilty...
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  Is a cambelt change needed? 18 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We run a dualogic 1.2 Panda for my mother. It was new in December 2006 and has done only 5300 miles. The dealer is saying the cam belt needs changing before...
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  Why is 'Antipollution Fault' causing loss of power? 27 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My car loses power after five minutes of driving. There is a beep and then an Antipollution Fault appears. Why does my car lose power after the...
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  Buying a used X5 8 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Live in South Africa, second hand X5, between 80-100k kms on the clock, fuel cost not an issue but I`m worried about DMF & Turbo`s. Should I go with petrol...
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  Which Mondeo - Ecoboost v TDCI 8 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at getting a nearly new Mondeo from a supersite. I'm retired and only do about 9000 miles a year (with a fair few short runs)and can't decide...
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  Economical seven-seaters 1 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Would you please advise which is the most economical 7-seater in terms of fuel consumption, insurance and running cost? Would you recommend Qashqai+2?...
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  2WD with good ground clearance 13 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Please help, I live up a very rough farm track and don't really want the expense of fixing a 4x4. Can you tell me about any cars that have really good...
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  Battery discharging 9 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Every now and again my car battery discharges completely, sometimes after a long run of 150 miles. When I jump start it, the battery will function...
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  How do I check if the fuel pump is working? 26 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  How do I check the fuel pump is working e.g pressure without a gauge?
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  Tow car behind motorhome 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a small car to tow behind my motorhome. My limit is £3250 and thinking of a Ka, Matiz, Smart. I am prepared to go to auction or private....
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  Clunk clip 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  You have run several e-mails from readers who have been persecuted because their parking tickets dropped from the tops of their dashboards. My Skoda has...
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  Which tyres for my Ford Mondeo will reduce road noise? 30 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2008 Ford Mondeo hatchback with original Bridgestone Potenza 235/45 R17 97W tyres which will need replacing very soon. These are low profile and...
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  What are the bad points of the Peugeot 406 Coupe? 16 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Do you know what the bad points of the Peugeot 406 Coupe 3-litre 6v are and what to watch out for?
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  Exhausted topic 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Are Turbo-Chargers in petrol engines anymore reliable than those fitted in diesel engines?
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  Nifty motor 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My wife, who is in her 50s, has decided she would like to learn to drive. I would welcome your suggestions as to a suitable car to buy for her. It should...
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  Jack the Tripper 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'm running a current model 1.4 Jazz (it's my 4th Jazz) bought new in January 2009, serviced by main dealer with 38k miles now on the clock. I noticed...