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• Brake tolerance in MOT test 12 Mar 2001 (Forum)
  My P reg Ford KA has just failed it's MOT because the front brake discs are corroded and worn. I was shown the discs with the car on the ramp and there is evidence of slightly uneven wear but no real ridge on the disc. Kwik fit immediately after the test said that the brakes did not need replacing
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  Soft brake pedal on Ford Focus - what's the cause? 5 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Any ideas please on a soft/long brake pedal on a 2014 Ford Focus 1.6 diesel. I have bled the brakes and the pedal is better but then gets softer over the...
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  Why are the rear brake discs on my Renault Koleos wearing faster than the fronts? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I run a Renault Koleos Privilege 150, and a cracking car it is. I can't think why they stopped selling it. It recently went for its first MoT and I was...
• Grating brakes on MX-5 5 Feb 2004 (Forum)
  Hi guys. I have a problem with my 2001/Y MX-5 1.6 that's driving me potty and I wonder if anyone can help. When braking and steering (for example when turning into a side road or negotiating a mini roundabout), I get a hideous grating, creaking noise from under the car. I can't tell whether it's
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  My new car has an electric parking brake - how do I use it on a hill? 27 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My recently purchased Peugeot 3008 comes with an electric parking brake as standard. This is the first car I have owned with this type of brake, and I...
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  How do I bleed the brakes? 11 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  How do I bleed the brakes on a Citroen C5? I have replaced the front caliper.
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  Why are some drivers seemingly incapable of left-foot braking? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I continue to be astonished at the letters in your columns on the subject of left-foot braking, and just thought you might like some more support for your...
• Ford focus - Brakes clunk on release 4 Feb 2016 (Forum)
  Hi , yet another brake question!  I have a 2006 Ford Focus, I've noticed that when releasing the brakes they seem to 'clunk'. Seems to come from the back. Not sure if this is just normal car noise or something to be concerned about? Thanks 
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 99 2.0 Hdi Front brake juddering 18 May 2009 (Forum)
  Hello, Whenever I brake hard the brakes seem to judder, it has passed it's MOT no problems, but it feels rough. Any thoughts? thanks.
• Wedge Braking 10 Nov 2006 (Forum)
  Siemens are in the process of developing a new electronic brake powered from the cars 12V supply that applys more pressure the faster you are travelling. See below. Is this the only major change to braking since discs were invented ? www.channel4.com/4car/news/news-story.jsp?news_id=15444
• brake fluid change - 02-06 ford fiesta 10 May 2006 (Forum)
  Hiya. Anyone know how much brake fluid is needed for a brake fluid change on a 2002-2006, i have 500 ml, but i suspect i will need some more. many thanks smoke
• Honda Accord Brake Squeak 20 May 2004 (Forum)
  Honda Accord Brake Squeak It happens when the brakes are cold - and when the car is coming to a halt. It's getting worse - the front pads were replaced recently, the rear discs and pads replaced last year. Any ideas - it can' be anything worn?
• Laguna Brake Pads 4 Jun 2002 (Forum)
  If I wish to change the front brake pads on a 1996 Laguna 1.8 is it ok to ease the brake pistons back . I have heard that on some cars fitted with abs (like this one) you should undo the caliper bleed nipple to avoid damage to the abs unit .
• Ford Fiesta - Brake pad lifespan? 25 Jun 2020 (Forum)
  Is 20,000 miles a feasible lifespan to change brake pads?  Thanks,
• Fiat Stilo brakes 2003 with ABS 5 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  Is anyone aware of any inherent problems with the braking system on this model
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  How do I enhance regenerative braking in a hybrid car? 5 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  How do I use the engine braking when descending a steep hill in my Honda Jazz Hybrid?
• Renault Scenic - Renault Grand Scenic mk3 2009 rear brake problems 19 Oct 2020 (Forum)
  We have recently put our car in for its MOT and the rear brake pads need replacing but the garage said the rear calipers would not wind back seemingly, but we have had no problems with the rear brakes sticking or not working and the electronic parking brake is working perfect and holds the car
• Fiat 500 - Brake pads/disc replaced, brake pedal puff/hiss? 27 Jan 2020 (Forum)
  Hi, Nightmare MOT passed 2 weeks ago. Brakes grinded on girlfriends car this week and now pads and disc need replacing. Paid £185  to replace which seemed a lot. Quikfit didnt pick up on mot that the pads were completely worn. Problem: driving off after replacement pads
• Jeep Grand Cherokee (1999 - 2005) - 99 4.7 Brake binding problem, help!!!!!!!!!!!! 4 Aug 2011 (Forum)
  Hi guys. I've got a 99 Jeep grand cherokee 4.7 automatic. I have recently have had no end of bother with the binding brake on both of front brakes. It seems ok once you start off everday but it gradually starts to get worse the further that you drive. After driving a couple of miles the caliper
• Nissan Micra (1983 - 1992) - 1988 1.0 Seized brakes - Tricks to get car moving 20 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  My brakes are seized (1988 Nissan Micra 1.0 Automatic) Car has been sitting off road for nearly 5 months, regularly used before then. Engine is not a runner as I'm changing headgasket & haven't finished. I need to move the car in next few days. I've released the handbrake, car is on a very