Blocked DPFs, diesel dilemmas, MOT failures, car buying tips, performance fuels and DSG gearboxes - these are the best ASK HJ Q&As from 2018

ASK Honest John - The best of your questions from 2018 No Images? [Click here]( [Honest John]( ASK Honest John - The best of your questions from 2018 [ASK Honest John - The best of your questions from 2018]( From blocked DPFs to dodgy diesels and dishonest car sellers, these are the most-popular Ask HJ questions from 2018. Have you got a car problem? All you have to do is [register and submit your question](. It won't cost you a penny and only takes a minute to get access to HonestJohn.co.uk's team of automotive experts. 2018's ASK HJ highlights: - [How can I fix my car's blocked DPF?]( - [Someone was indicating to turn so I pulled out and we crashed - who is at fault?]( - [The dealer wants to keep the V5 of my new car for two months - can I demand it considering I have paid for the car?]( - [Are there any battery-powered dash cams?]( - [I sold a car 'as seen and approved' but the buyer now claims there are faults and is demanding money - what are my legal rights?]( - [Someone has parked on my driveway – can I have the vehicle forcibly]([removed?]( - [Is leaving a car unattended while it's de-icing illegal?]( - [How reliable is the DSG gearbox?]( [CLICK to submit your question or browse the latest Q&As]( [What's the best small car with a high seating position?]( [Wha]([t's the best car with a high driving position?]( I want a new car with a high driving position. It must be affordable, fun and comfortable. What do you suggest? [Read the full Q&A]( [Why isn't my car's heater working?]( [Why isn't my car's heater working properly?]( The heater in my Renault Scenic has stopping working. I've checked the fuse, but it's working fine. Any suggestions? [Read the full Q&A]( [Can I drive a motorhome with my standard car licence?]( [I'm over 70 - can I still drive my motorhome on my licence?]( My driving licence was renewed when I turned 70. However I also own a motorhome - does the renewal apply to this too? [Read the full Q&A]( [What's the best small van with five seats?]( [What's the best small van with five seats?]( Please could you advise on the best small used van to buy that has five seats? My maximum price is up to £7500... [Read the full Q&A]( ["Is it worth buying a diesel in 2019?"]( "Is it wise to buy a second-hand diesel?" - [Is buying a Euro6 diesel a sensible idea in 2019?]( - [Is it wise to buy a second-hand diesel?]( - [Can I reject my diesel car because the DPF light keeps coming on?]( - [Is my diesel car going to fail its next MoT?]( - [I'm planning to buy a Volkswagen that hasn't had the emissions fix - is this a good idea?]( [Got a question about diesel? Submit your question to the Ask HJ Team]( [We only do 10 miles at a time - should we avoid a diesel car?]( [We only do 10 miles at a time - should we avoid diesel?]( Our Jeep is getting old and we fancy a Mercedes-Benz ML-Class. We're wary of diesels because we only do trips of about 10 miles... [Read the full Q&A]( [Is Shell fuel really that much better than supermarket fuel?]( [Is Shell fuel really better than supermarket fuel?]( I recently switched from Shell diesel to supermarket fuel. My car now has worse fuel economy and runs rougher... [Read the full Q&A]( [Why is my insurance going up after a claim that wasn't my fault?]( [Why is my insurance going up after a claim that wasn't my fault?]( My insurance premium has increased after a non-fault accident. My insurer recognises the NCB, but says the premium is still... [Read the full Q&A]( [My diesel car doesn't have a DPF, why has it failed the MoT?]( [My diesel car doesn't have a DPF - why has it failed the new MoT test?]( My Skoda has failed its MoT. I’ve tried to argue that the new smoke rule does not apply as it doesn't have a DPF... [Read the full Q&A]( [What are my rights when buying from a used car dealer?]( "What are my rights when buying from a used car dealer?" - [What are my rights when buying from a used car dealer?]( - [What are my rights when buying a car from a private seller?]( - [I have just discovered that the car I bought three years ago was actually written off previously - what can I do?]( - [I have owned my]([car]([less than six months and it needs a new clutch – am I entitled to a free repair?]( - [My electric car doesn’t deliver its advertised range – can I reject it?]( [See all of our car buying questions and answers]( HonestJohn.co.uk Eaglethorpe Barns, Warmington, Peterborough PE8 6TJ You received this email because you signed up to our mailing list. If you’re not interested in receiving our newsletter any more, you can: [Like]( [Tweet]( [Share]( [Forward]( [Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe](