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Will having a windscreen camera mean I'll fail my MOT?

Q. A few years ago I had a camera fitted to my windscreen so I would have video evidence in the event of a collision or fraudulent insurance claim...
Published 17 September 2014
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Can you recommend a low-mileage car, less than two...

Q. Replacing our Nissan Qashqai is proving far from straightforward. My wife likes a raised seating position as she has had a hip replaced, we need...
Published 17 September 2014
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Letters of the week, September 14

The issues that got you talking this week
Published 15 September 2014
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Jaguar XE vs 3-series, C-class, A4 and S60

Following its launch in London earlier this week, thousands of drivers will be considering whether the new XE saloon is a sensible alternative to...
Published 12 September 2014
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The spare wheel for my son's car is much too big and...

Car Clinic: The spare wheel for my son's car is much too big and barely fits. Will it be safe?
Published 09 September 2014
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Letters of the week, September 8

The issues that got you talking this week.
Published 09 September 2014
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Do old cars suffer mechanical problems when used more...

Q. Do old cars suffer mechanical problems when used more frequently?
Published 09 September 2014
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When are electric motors and hybrid batteries likely...

Q. The five-year warranty on the electrics on my Lexus Hybrid RX 400h ran out two years ago. The car has been well maintained by Lexus main dealers...
Published 09 September 2014
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School run cars for every budget

In the morning parents need a safe, reliable and practical car. Can manufacturers' claims be trusted? Driving sorts the leaders from the dunces...
Published 09 September 2014
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What sports car sounds and looks great and big enough...

Q. I plan to retire at the end of this year. What can you recommend that will be reliable, look great, sound good and hold enough luggage for touring...
Published 08 September 2014
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How to go about inspecting a teenager's first car

Each week, 6,000 teenagers pass their driving test in the UK which means that, whether they like it or not, a lot of mums, dads, partners and friends...
Published 05 September 2014
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My Ford Fiesta is displaying an 'engine malfunction'...

Q. My Ford Fiesta is displaying an 'engine malfunction' message - should I be worried?
Published 04 September 2014