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  Decreased value after an accident 18 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I had an accident, £6K of damage to my 1 year old car. Repairs done well and no visible difference to the car. The other driver's insurance have agreed...
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  Buying an ex-hire car 7 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a Golf 1.4S and have two options: April 09 (09 plate) with 7.5k miles on clock for £9490 - this is an ex Euro Car hire car....
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  Total wife out 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are downsizing and the new house has room for one car on the drive and one car in front. If this second car is not to block the first, it...
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  Is it possible to trace a number plate that was on a car stolen ten years ago? 25 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  About 10 years ago my car was stolen and unfortunately the insurance had lapsed, so I could not put in a claim. Having recently moved house, I found some...
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  What vehicle has seven seats and massive storage space? 4 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I’m stuck! I am looking for a vehicle (to hire at first) that needs to seat a minimum of seven adults, plus carry musical equipment (drum kit, guitars,...
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  Which insurers would you recommend for older drivers? 19 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  What are the best insurers for drivers over 80 years old?
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  Need a cheap, small car with automatic gearbox for £1000 4 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a small cheap automatic for my 23 year old son to learn to drive in. Ideally £500 - 1000. What should I buy?
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  Tyre issues with Ford Focus 14 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a 2002 Ford Focus. The front tyres are worn on the inside and one of the rear tyres is worn on both side. The steering wheel is also...
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  Honda i-Shift - clutch wear? 10 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  In the Sat. June 8th Motoring Suplement you answered a readers question about a smell from their 3 year old Jazz like a burning clutch. You suggested that...
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  In praise of Motorpoint 20 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife recently purchased a 2-month old Fiesta from Motorpoint Newport. When we got home we noticed a minor gouge on the rear panel. Motorpoint asked...
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  Why has the motor trade changed from mechanics to men in white coats? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have attached an advert for a motor mechanic in the early 1960s that shows how the motor trade has changed to white coats and computers.
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  When do you change a timing belt? 3 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  When my wife booked her five-year-old Modus Dynamique DCI 88 E4 in for its annual service and MOT she was advised that the timing belt should be replaced....
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  Fiat Punto reliability 11 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering a 2007 Fiat Grande Punto 1.2 Dynamic (Petrol) with 30,000 miles on the clock for my first car, due to its fairly good looks, low insurance...
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  Quiet, retyring person 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2-year-old Toyota Prius hybrid car and I find the road noise on tarmac is quite high. The tyres fitted are Michelin Primacy 215/45R17. Can you...
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  Could you forward this petition to reinstate the rolling tax exemption for classic cars to your readers? 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Please forward to all people you know who operate an older vehicle. This is a petition to reinstate the rolling tax exemption for vehicles over 25 years...
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  Fiat Punto ECU issues 5 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have Fiat Punto 1.2 petrol, my ecu has gone I got one from scrap yard with keys ket as well and fitted but it didn't start! It was cranking What else...
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  Missed a recall on an older car 30 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Just bought a 1998 Chrysler Voyager. I don't think it's been in for any recalls at all. Would I still get it done and would it still be free? I've read...
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  Replace a Skoda Octavia estate - or extend warranty? 6 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We are considering replacing an 8-year-old Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI estate but will also consider taking out an extended warranty to cover future repairs....
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  How can I protect my Mercedes-Benz C-Class' paint from bird droppings? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 18-month-old Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate and have to park under trees. There is a constant problem with bird droppings (pigeons)...
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  Pharmasuitable 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to change my Land Rover Freelander diesel company car for a more tax-friendly 4x4. Budget around £12,000, with a requirement for a generous...