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Thinking of buying a Jaguar X-Type...

Hello,

I'm interested in buying an X-Type Jaguar 2.0-litre diesel circa 2009 (facelift model). So far I've been hearing mostly good reviews, but was wondering are they expensive to maintain for servicing, parts etc. and if there's any electrical or diagnostic problems I could be fleeced for?

Barry Hennessy (Donard)

Aug 2019 Filed under: reliability

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Can I retrofit Insignia fog lights?

Hello.

Is there a work around to install and have Vauxhall Insiginia SRI hatchback fog lights work with an SE model, which does not come with fog lights installed or a fog light button? The year 2010 to 2014.

Mike Te (London)

Aug 2019 Filed under: lighting

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My Audi A1's stop-start isn't working...

I just bought a 2015 Audi A1 model and the start-stop was working but now it doesn't turn the engine off when I come to a standstill; why is this?

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Mr S Button

Stewart Button (Bradford)

Aug 2019 Filed under: fault

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My Kia Sorento's stop-start isn't working...

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I have a 2016 Kia Sorento and my stop-start does not work when I brake and come to a stop. The lamp in the dashboard is amber, not green and the stop-start does not activate like it use to.

Abdul Rahman (London)

Aug 2019 Filed under: fault

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Belt or chain in a 131 Avensis?

Does a 131 Toyota Avensis have a timing belt or chain?

John Shaughnessy (Mayo)

Aug 2019 Filed under: servicing

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When is the new Peugeot 2008 coming?

When will you be doing a review of the new 2020 Peugeot 2008?

Mick Daly (Cork)

Aug 2019 Filed under: future cars

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My S-Max is less economical than it was...

Hi,

My 2007 Ford S-Max 1.8 diesel has just had the timing belt changed and now has a massive increase in fuel consumption. Instead of 570 miles per tank it's only 400. Any ideas?

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Roger

Roger Sharp (Kenley)

Aug 2019 Filed under: servicing

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How good is the Toyota Auris 1.2-litre engine?

How good is the Toyota Auris 1.2-litre petrol engine?

Tom Coughlan (Dublin)

Aug 2019 Filed under: choosing used car

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Do I need a van AND a car?!

Hi there,

I am looking to get a van. I wish to use it for commercial purposes as I am a fitness instructor and need to transport gear around. Also for personal use. It seems that I can ONLY use the van for commercial purposes and am denied insurance if it is for personal use as well. It seems unnecessary, and is an unfeasible cost, getting a car for personal use and the van for work. I cannot fit the work gear in a car, hence the need for a van. Any advice would be great!

Thanks a mill!

Aime Perkins

Aug 2019 Filed under: commercial vehicle

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How to change pick-up to private?

Hi,

I have a 2001 Iveco pick-up; how can I change it to private classification from commercial?

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Micheal Conneely (Galway )

Aug 2019 Filed under: pick-up

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