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  Hesitant Mazda 323F 31 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 1999 Mazda 323F 1.5 Lxi with 65,000 miles on the clock. It runs well with the exception of an occasional flat spot/hesitation when accelerating...
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  Audi Auto Gearboxes 26 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I might buy an Audi A4 1.8T or 2.0T, or an A6 2.7 diesel. There seem to be a bewildering array of auto boxes available! Am I right in saying the Multironic...
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  Small cars with removable rear seats 17 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My present car, a Mitsubishi Colt CZ3, has removable and slideable rear seats, as did my previous car, a Mercedes A Class. Can you please advise me...
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  Crossed over 25 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a question about my selection of car. These are Skoda Yeti 1.2 TSI DSG, Peugeot 3008 petrol, Nissan Qashqai petrol. I think that all these cars...
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  Economical small car with space for a wheelchair 18 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a small-medium size car. I currently drive an automatic Corsa (07 plate) but I am finding it only does 40 mpg. The car needs to...
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  Trading Audi A3 for Nissan Qashqai or Hyundai IX35 9 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive a '09 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback and travel 80 miles a day. I have the car on HP and still owe approximately £9k on it. I am looking...
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  Volvo V50 DRIVe and congestion charge 26 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Volvo are heavily advertising their V50 DRIVe model as congestion charge exempt claiming figures of 99g/km CO2 and that it meets Euro 5 standard. However,...
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  Diesel, petrol or something else? 15 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My job involves lots of small stop/start journeys (40-50 per day), sometimes only driving a few hundred yards, sometimes a couple of miles and I am using...
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  Interested in Toyota Prius but not sure about longevity of battery 9 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  With the likehood that increasing worlwide demand for fuel will continue to hike up prices, I am seriously thinking of buying a Toyota Prius. I do, however,...
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  What do you think of plug-in diesel upgrades to improve fuel economy? 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  What is your opinion of plug-in diesel upgrades kits for increased mpg? Bearing in mind the high cost of diesel, are they worthwhile? How many miles would...
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  EGR valve failure 9 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have 2007 Audi A4 Quattro. The EGR valve failed after 28705 miles. This was 4 months past the 3 yr warranty. Audi claim this is fair wear and tear. I...
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  What sort of fuel economy can I expect from the Toyota Aygo and iQ? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Peugeot 206 1.4 auto that normally gives me 40mpg, plus or minus about 2mpg. I am looking for better economy and the Toyota Aygo and iQ have combined...
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  I've got a 'Check' warning coming up on my Kia Rio's dash. 23 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 06-reg Kia Rio which is displaying a sign saying "Check" which, according to the handbook, relates to the emission control system. I have not...
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  Why is my 1996 Ford Fiesta losing power and spluttering? 23 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1996 1.3 HCS-engined Ford Fiesta. It starts perfectly and ticks over fine, but when under load it lacks any sort of power and splutters a lot....
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  Does my Renault Master have a glow plug fault? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  After travelling about 300 miles, I parked my Renault Master 2.2 DCi for two days, went to start it and it won't start. I checked the fuel and it's coming...
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  At what annual mileage should drivers consider diesel vehicles? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  In last Saturday's paper, you advised someone who does 10,000 miles a year that 'You don't do enough miles for a diesel.' I'd appreciate your opinion as...
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  Why is my 1999 Ford Puma juddering? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1999 Ford Puma 1.7 with a juddering problem and have had two diagnostic checks, but no codes show up. When I take my foot off the accelerator,...
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  Should I change my Peugeot 407 SW's cam belt at 106,000km? 30 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 2005 Peugeot 407 SW has done 106,000km. I've fitted a Chip Express "chip" which works very well, making the car smoother, more powerful and with better...
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  Rhayader trap 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Ford Focus 1.6 Automatic Reg 2009 on mobility. I have done approximately 2,000 miles but get only 33.3 mpg. This feels low to me. Dealer said...
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  Who can value my Subaru Legacy taking its LPG conversion into account? 7 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 2007 Subaru Legacy REN automatic petrol is factory-fitted for LPG fuel. It's done 37,500 miles from new, is dealership maintained and in excellent condition....