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  A false accusation by police was thrown out in court after I contested the officer's testimony. 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I successfully challenged a penalty notice, similar to CK's son. At Bournemouth magistrates court I defended myself. The court was even-handed. They dismissed...
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  Why can't I get a space saver spare for my A3? 14 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Despite being assured by Audi UK and also by the web that a space saver spare wheel doesn't actually exist for my 2012 Audi TT 2.0 TFSI, I passed by a...
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  A car for hauling beer barrels - what's best? 21 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I need a car with a big estate boot to carry barrels of beer - approx. six barrels at a time, weight approximately 55s or 330kg. Comfortable and reliable...
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  Should I replace my car? 7 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 IS220 Lexus - 105,000 miles and just had to have the dual mass flywheel and clutch replaced at £1450 plus VAT - should I stick with the otherwise...
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  My car keeps switching in and out of limp mode 6 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Vauxhall Zafira B on a 56-plate, and every couple of days, I get a spanner light on the dashboard, and the car goes into limp mode. After I have...
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  I am looking for a small hatchback to replace my Ford Ka... 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace my aging Ford Ka with a vehicle suitable for carrying my grandchildren (five and seven years old). Most runs will be short distances,...
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  Kia warranty - does it cover DPF? 23 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  After much thought I've decided to buy a secondhand Kia-approved Cee'd Ecodynamics for just over £10,000. The brand new seven-year warranty is obviously...
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  Wanted - Diesel car for 90 mile commute 5 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter commutes 90 miles a day mostly on motorways. She currently has a 2007 Ford Fiesta 1.4DCI, and gets about 60mpg. She likes the Fiesta and the...
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  Yaris fuel consumption 1.0 litre petrol - what should I get to the tank? 19 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 1999 Toyota Yaris petrol 1.0 litre. I just wanted to know how much I should expect on a full tank.
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  Remapping a Honda Civic 9 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I recently met a man who has the same car as me, a Honda Civic 2.2 CDTi (10 Reg). He had had it remapped and said that he now is able to achieve 60mpg...
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  Wheel wobble on CR-V - a thank you 7 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I asked last month for some help with a wheel vibration situation on my CR-V. After taking your advice and swapping tyres around front and back also...
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  How can I disable the alarm on my Subaru Forester while in storage? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Subaru Forester with a factory-fitted Category 1 alarm/immobiliser. We will be leaving the car for six weeks in a secure garage but I am worried...
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  Limp home Zafira 14 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  There's a flat spot in my Zafira on moving off at lights, then a spanner light comes on and some form of skid light comes on as well. It runs badly after...
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  Hyundai ix35 or Audi Q3 - which should I go for? 9 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Which would you recomend: the 1.7D ix35 Premium or the Audi Q3 2.0 TDI (base model)? Can you let me know why one is better than the other I want...
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  Ticking over a turbo to cool it down 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Recently purchased a Ford Mondeo turbo diesel and cannot recall how long to tick over after a run. Could you please advise.
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  Downsizing - what car? 30 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am on my own and need to trade in my Galaxy for something smaller and economical but safe and reliable, but not sure if I should go as small as Peugeot...
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  Reliable diesel hatchback 9 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My friend has had some problems with his Mk4 Golf running rough on idle and misfiring. It's an 02 1.6, and he's fed up so is thinking of replacing...
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  A new car like a Vauxhall Agila 1 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I know nothing about cars. I want a car with a similar shape to the Vauxhall Agila (having written off my 2006 car). I am regularly doing the London to...
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  Dodgy Punto 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have been looking at a used 52-plate Punto. No service history, 100,000 miles, MILKY SUBSTANCE on oil filler cap, but oil on dip stick is clean! No over...
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  Faulty fuelling 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 54-plate 2.0-litre petrol Mondeo. After about five miles the car dies out like I have run out of fuel. I changed the fuel pump and filter as...