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  Should I get a petrol or diesel if I do 10,000 miles per year? 30 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at a year old Skoda Superb Estate. I previously would have bought diesel but DPF issues make me nervous about that. I’d buy petrol but the...
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  Should I keep my diesel car if my mileage has dropped? 13 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I own a diesel 2015 BMW 5 Series estate with 51,000 miles - which I love. However, since retiring, my mileage is very low. A pre-owned 5 Series PHEV is...
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  The turbo on my diesel car needed replaced after just five years. Should the manufacturer contribute? 5 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My five year old Mercedes-Benz A-Class diesel has done 36,000 miles. The turbo failed, resulting in a garage bill of £1700. It was repaired by a local...
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  Is there a mileage limit on a second-hand car beyond which it's more likely things will go wrong? 2 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Would you say there's a mileage limit on a second-hand car beyond which it's more likely things will go wrong? In the old days, we used to reckon that...
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  Should I keep my four-year old Volkswagen Touareg or replace it? 15 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  After four years and 60k trouble free miles I am wondering whether to trade in my 2014 Volkswagen Touareg. Its a lovely car and suits our needs perfectly...
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  Will a diesel BMW 4 Series hold its value? 11 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Any views on the 435d? A 2015 model with less than 15,000 miles can be bought for £25,000 which is only £4000 - 5000 more than the equivalent 420d. The...
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  Need a dog friendly hatchback for under £7000 8 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2010 VW Golf Estate 1.6 BlueMotion. Already EGR valve has been replaced. Daughter also recently bought 2009 1.9 Golf TDI on my recommendation and...
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  New Toyota 1.6 D4D engine - is it reliable? 17 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  What is your general opinion of Toyota's 1.6 D4D engine? I hear it is BMW supplied and was wondering does it suffer from any DPF issues? I currently drive...
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  Should I buy a high mileage Hyunaia Santa Fe? 24 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a 2010 Hyundia Santa Fe 2.2 Preimium CRDI. It has 141,000 miles on the clock and a full service history with one owner. The price...
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  Which Honda SUV is best for towing? 5 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I currently run a 2013 Honda CR-V 2.0 petrol manual. I opted for this as my daily commute is only seven miles each way. I cover 10,000 miles a year and...
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  AdBlue in a BMW X5 4 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My BMW X5 is equiped with an AdBlue tank. I have only done 5000 miles in three months and the indication message has come on to refill the AdBlue tank....
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  Used Family Car - Mazda 5 or Mazda 6 23 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Hi HJ Having looked at you top 10 used family cars for £7k I'm liking the look of the Mazda 6 Estate We prefer diesel and just need 5 good seats and...
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  Is now the time to choose petrol if buying a used car? 15 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have been a convert to diesel for 10 years on account of economy and torque. I am about to buy either a BMW 320i Touring or a BMW 118i. The reviews consistently...
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  Particulate Filters Diesel engines 8 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently had to pay to have a EGR valve replaced on my Peugeot 407 diesel. As I am thinking of replacing the vehicle, but note many diesel engines...
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  Diesel car for commuting? 23 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to buy a second hand car. I thought of getting a Golf Mk5 1.9 TDI. I want to use this car mainly for commuting to work (aprox 10 miles from...
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  Will a Skoda Yeti tow a 1000kg caravan? 24 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am nearing retirement and will be giving up my diesel all-wheel drive Ford Kuga. I cover around 5000 miles per year and need a smallish petrol 4x4 to...
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  Buying a medium sized used car - what would you recommend? 17 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a used car and have between £6500 - £8000 to spend. Ideally, I want a five door car with a reasonably sized boot. I travel daily using my...
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  Which 4x4 is suitable for low annual mileage? 17 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Which petrol / diesel 4x4 for low annual mileage? My future requirement is for a mid sized SUV with 4X4 capabilities (possibly 2 wheel if it has known...
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  What's the best MPV for £4500? 5 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a used diesal MPV soon, with a budget of £4500. I have narrowed my choices down to the following motors: Citroen Berlingo Multispace...
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  What's the best engine for the Nissan Qashqai? 8 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking about buying a used Nissan Qashqai+2 for my wife to use as the family bus. The car will mainly be used for short, urban journeys but will...