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  I'm tempted by a little Volvo 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm tempted by a Volvo C30 or an S40 to do 8000-10,000 miles per year. But it has to be automatic. Pity they don't do a 1.8 or 2.0 petrol auto. The choice...
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  When were DPFs introduced? 18 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  When were particulate filters introduced? Does it vary acceding to Manufacturer?
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  Which cheap diesel car? 13 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've been looking into cheap diesel transport that has no DPF or DMF. I see you have recommended the Toyota Yaris 1.4 D4D before - does the Toyota Corolla...
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  Goodwill on a car not serviced with Nissan? 23 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  How extensive is Nissan's goodwill on X-trail design faults (e.g. Turbo fails DPS etc.) for Cared4 Dealer stock who's service history can't be proved to...
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  Buying a used Legacy 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a 2008 Subaru Legacy 2.0 turbo diesel with about 50,000 miles on it. Can you advise on what are the things to watch our for when...
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  Engine service light on a Volvo S60 1 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Volvo S60 has a full service history, but about 500 miles ago the engine system service light kept coming on then going off, etc. The car drops...
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  Buying a VAG 1.2 TSI 105 ps engine 6 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering a Fabia with the TSI 1.2 105 ps engine and wondered if this fairly new design with its high pressure injectors and turbo is likely to have...
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  Peugeot 407 - what do you think? 6 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  What does Honest John think of a Peugeot 407 1.6 HDI 2005? Would the 1.6 lack in power? What would it be like on fuel? Any particular problems to look...
• Reliable used family car 19 Jun 2012 (Forum)
  Hi I am looking to buy a used family car that is reliable as cannot afford constant trips to garage. Looking up to 1.6 diesel or petrol. If diesel don't want models with dpf problems. Thanks
• VAG - Exhaust Manifold in Cylinder Head 29 Apr 2015 (Forum)
  Do you know if VAG has started to adopt the "Manifold in Head" technology that other makers (GM, Renault) have used to good effect in attempting to eliminate DPF problems in their diesel engines?
• Mazda 6 - Mazda 6 30 May 2013 (Forum)
  I have A Mazda6 2007 2ltr DPF diesel estate and I have a leak from the fuel nozzle seals is this a job thatI can do my self or does is require special tools to press these seals in.
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  Can you recommend a used car for a long commute? 20 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My car was written off while parked a few weeks ago and the third party insurer is about to pay out. I have a commute of 90 miles a day, almost all motorway....
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  Which VAG car is best? 10 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a nearly new car Volkswagen group car. I like the Golf Estate, Skoda Octavia and Superb, but I have a number of concerns regarding...
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  Feeling ill whilst driving - is my car emitting dangerous fumes? 1 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am driving a 2011 Volkswagen Passat (company car) with 50,000 miles on the clock. I've had it for sometime and felt ill. My other half told me it was...
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  What £6500 car for commuting? 15 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for some suggestions, as I would like to replace my current car within the next 6 months. I currently own a 05 plate Mazda 6 (1.8l petrol)...
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  Some kind of a choke 14 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a VW Jetta 1.9 diesel automatic as a company lease car. I have had this from new since January 2008. The car has 60,000 on the clock and the majority...
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  Can you recommend a new or used 4x4? 3 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a new or used 4x4. My budget is around £350 per month. My weekly drive isn't much, just a 20-mile round commute, but I plan go camping...
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  How reliable is the Ford Galaxy? 4 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I was thinking of buying a used post-2016 Ford Galaxy as we want something with seven seats and a large load area for camping trips and so on. It has...
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  Should I buy a petrol or diesel small van? 15 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a small van for our dog walking business. The Peugeot Partner/Berlingo/Cargo Life are absolutely ideal for our needs. It is lots of stop-start...
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  Why are diesel cars only recommended for high mileage drivers? 9 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Why do car reviewers always recommend a petrol car for city drivers and a diesel car for those who do high mileage/motorway driving? If one gets more mileage...