Starter Motor Repair in Reading

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Is the motor dead or merely making a clicking sound? Or is it turning but not 'catching'? It's likely that your starter motor will require rapid repair or even replacement to get your car up and running again. If you’re stuck on the drive you can employ a mobile mechanic, or get the garage to take a look at your car battery too to see if that is responsible for halting the engine.

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Top garages for Starter Motor in Reading (161 found)
Joys motors Ltd
422 Jobs Completed
Reading
3.9 / 5

Reading Auto mobile service
216 Jobs Completed
reading
4.8 / 5

Reading Auto, Mot repairs, exhaust fittings, car service mechanical or fault diagnosing, timing belt interval or issues with chains, clutch slipping or gearbox grinding e

JJ’s Repairs
39 Jobs Completed
Wargrave
4.7 / 5

Starting my career at Audi UK to then start my own Mobile Mechanic business in December 2020. Knowledge covering all brands but Specialising in VAG group (Audi, Seat, Sko

The Servicing Master Centre LTD
566 Jobs Completed
Reading
3.8 / 5

If you’re looking for a reliable Car Garage In Reading look no further, we are The Servicing Masters. We specialize in Servicing, Wheel alignment and tracking, Air Con re

Mr auto services and remap
1 Job Completed
Reading
5.0 / 5

Fair price repairs
354 Jobs Completed
Binfield
4.8 / 5

Mobile mechanic all tools carried on board I carry out diagnostic repairs Cambelts clutches exhaust work suspension work brakes engine work mobile servicing at your home

MK Servicing
220 Jobs Completed
Reading
4.2 / 5

MK Servicing was set up by myself to give a better service at a better price. As an independent mechanic we have minimal overheads meaning we can pass these savings to ou

Car Services in Reading
427 Jobs Completed
Reading
4.4 / 5

Car Services in Reading is a car repair and maintenance company which came into existence in 2001. We wanted to change the perspective of customers towards car maintenanc

Prestige service and maintenance
127 Jobs Completed
Reading
4.5 / 5

Prestige service and maintenance is a premier garage, located a stones throw away from Reading town centre. We have two designated MOT bays along with a large area provid

RAC Mobile Mechanic - We Come to You. Servicing on your drive or at work - Reading
137 Jobs Completed
Reading
5.0 / 5

The RAC offers complete peace of mind for 12 million drivers. We’re best known for our breakdown service, and now - our new RAC Mobile Mechanics are here to make everyday

A.m.s automotive
4 Jobs Completed
Sandhurst
5.0 / 5

Andy S I started my career at 16 years old at a ford main dealer studying for my qualifications at the same time. Moved from ford and started building cars for films (

Formula One Autocentres - Reading
607 Jobs Completed
Reading
3.0 / 5

Established in 1974, Formula One Autocentres set out with a mission to deliver a completely new fast-fit experience to its customers. This would feature clean, modern pre

Protyre Bracknell
221 Jobs Completed
Bracknell
3.6 / 5

Bracknell Tyre & Battery, team Protyre was originally opened in 1982 before becoming part of the Protyre network in 2009. Protyre Bracknell has been extensively refur

Cardiff Rd Tyres and Mechanical Garage
191 Jobs Completed
READING
4.2 / 5

We are specialist in tyres (part worn & new) and mechanical Repairs as well as MOT testing. We are very competitive on Prices some of the starting prices are as bel

GeoTech
343 Jobs Completed
Reading
4.4 / 5

-Our commitment Quality and traditional values at GeoTech means we are perfectly placed to look after your car. Through sharing our knowledge and enthusiasm, we aim t

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Starter Motor Repair in Reading
Frequently asked questions
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What is a starter motor?

It is the component responsible for turning over or ‘cranking’ the engine to start the car. It is powered by the car battery, and battles both high friction and compression resistance to get your car up and running

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Where is the start motor located?

The starter motor can be found underneath the car on the driver’s side, it is just below the left cylinders.

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How long do starter motors last?

On average, a starter motor should function in your vehicle for 5 to 7 years. However, they can both die prematurely and last a lot longer than expected, often with no deciding factors.

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What are the signs of a bad starter motor?

To decipher whether your starter motor is faulty you can look out for these telltale signs:

●     A clicking noise when key turned on switched to start

●     Smoke coming from the car

●     The starter is soaked in oil

●     The engine just will not crank

●     A grinding noise when starting up

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How long does starter motor replacement take?

The process of removing a faulty starter motor and replacing it with a new one generally takes around 2 to 4 hours. The length is dependent on how easy it is to access and remove the part.

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What causes a starter to become faulty?

Occasionally it is simply age, as all starters will wear out overtime. Other causes include:

●     Incorrect connections

●     Faulty solenoid switches

●     Wiring issues

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Can you jump-start a bad starter?

No, jump starting a faulty starter will not spring it back to life as extra battery will not be enough to turn over the engine. Your starter needs to be functioning well to successfully crank the engine. 

Average rating for  Starter Motor in Reading bookings

4.60

10 reviews

How much does Starter Motor cost in Reading?

The cost of servicing, MOT and repairs differ across the country and Starter Motor is not any different. Labour rates will be higher or lower depending on where in the country you are. Take a look below at the average quote in Reading for Starter Motor on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of our top car makes.


Starter Motor Cost by Car Make in Reading
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Vauxhall£455.61
BMW£410.60
Citroen£327.06
Ford£451.28

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 25/01/2024 and 24/04/2024.