Volkswagen won't start (or with difficulty)? Find local trusted mobile mechanics.
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RTJ Autos Ltd is a Vat registered independent local garage. We provide servicing, repair & diagnostics for all makes and models, specialising in Saab and Vauxhall. W
RTJ Autos Ltd is a Vat registered independent local garage. We provide servicing, repair & diagnostics for all makes and models, specialising in Saab and Vauxhall. W
We are a long established member of the RMI and AA approved vehicle repair & MOT Centre situated in the heart of Chertsey, Surrey. Whether it’s a gearbox repair, MOT,
We are a long established member of the RMI and AA approved vehicle repair & MOT Centre situated in the heart of Chertsey, Surrey. Whether it’s a gearbox repair, MOT,
- Carvision specialise in BMW , BMWi, M Power and Mini’s. - We can also cater for all other Makes & Models of Vehicles. - Based around the West Midlands. -
- Carvision specialise in BMW , BMWi, M Power and Mini’s. - We can also cater for all other Makes & Models of Vehicles. - Based around the West Midlands. -
We are a small independent garage based in Grantham which offers fantastic repairs and services at affordable prices. Working for main dealers over the years has allowed
We are a small independent garage based in Grantham which offers fantastic repairs and services at affordable prices. Working for main dealers over the years has allowed
Taaz Automobile. We are London based mobile mechanic services company. We provide services to all over London, Essex and Herefordshire. We do all range of repairs and mai
Taaz Automobile. We are London based mobile mechanic services company. We provide services to all over London, Essex and Herefordshire. We do all range of repairs and mai
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED UNDER ONE HUGE ROOF Elite Direct is a family run business which has been established since 1987. Our modern showroom of about 6,000sq. ft is open 6 d
If you're looking for car servicing and repairs in the north east come to the experts here at Cartech. With over 29 years of experience within the auto trade, you can cou
If you're looking for car servicing and repairs in the north east come to the experts here at Cartech. With over 29 years of experience within the auto trade, you can cou
Welcome to SJB Mobile Motor Services Ltd, your go-to mobile mechanic serving Harwich, Colchester, Ipswich and nearby areas. With over a decade of experience, our skilled
Welcome to SJB Mobile Motor Services Ltd, your go-to mobile mechanic serving Harwich, Colchester, Ipswich and nearby areas. With over a decade of experience, our skilled
We're based in Morley, Leeds West Yorkshire. We're also mobile 2 days a week, that being Tuesday's and Wednesday's. We will be closed between 6th may until 28th May 20
We're based in Morley, Leeds West Yorkshire. We're also mobile 2 days a week, that being Tuesday's and Wednesday's. We will be closed between 6th may until 28th May 20
Hi my name is Ugur Pacaci i am the director of U.P. Automotive Services LTD. We provide mobile servicing for companies with yearly servicing of vehicles, brake replacemen
Hi my name is Ugur Pacaci i am the director of U.P. Automotive Services LTD. We provide mobile servicing for companies with yearly servicing of vehicles, brake replacemen
Ross Motors provide full garage services, car repairs, dealer level diagnostics, tyres, bodywork and MOT's. We have fully functioning workshops based in Streatham and Cro
Ross Motors provide full garage services, car repairs, dealer level diagnostics, tyres, bodywork and MOT's. We have fully functioning workshops based in Streatham and Cro
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Very happy with the service from Anthony. Very friendly, explained the situation clearly and gave some maintenance suggestions for the future. Fixed the car. Running well. Highly recommend
Anthony was great, really helpful and would definitely use again.
Excellent service delivered quickly and in a freindly manner
Very helpful collected car and got job done in the time they ssid. Highly recommended
The cost of My Car Won't Start will likely differ greatly depending on which Volkswagen model you have. Combining the varying cost of parts and the difference in labour hours needed to complete the job, different Volkswagen models will cost different amounts for My Car Won't Start. Take a look below at the average quote for My Car Won't Start on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of the top Volkswagen models.
| Volkswagen Model | Average Price | Get Quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf | £75.55 | |
| Volkswagen Polo | £68.37 | |
| Volkswagen Touran | £69.45 |
This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 24/01/2024 and 23/04/2024.
Hopefully our FAQ section has answered some of the questions you may have about getting your car to start. However, if you would like more information, we have the produced the following guide to help you understand the subject in greater detail.
There are a variety of reasons for a Volkswagen not starting as there are many systems which effect the mechanism for starting an engine.
If your Volkswagen won’t start it can be extremely irritating as there may be no way of knowing what the problem is. You may have a minor issue that you could resolve with a small amount of maintenance or it could be a major problem that requires a professionally trained mechanic to diagnose and repair.
If your Volkswagen is not starting the best thing to do is get a mechanic to come out to where you live and take a look at the vehicle which you can do by entering your details in the form above.
If you would like to learn what the problem may be, read on!
No start on a rainy dayIf your Volkswagen seems to be working fine on a dry day but won’t start when it’s raining, it’s likely that the distributer cap has moisture inside. Fortunately, this is not disastrous and will not require a huge amount of repair work from a mechanic. All that is involved in the service is using solvent to evaporate moisture from the unit.
If you think you can carry out this job and know where your distribution cap is, it is essential that you keep the following points in mind.
This is the easiest job to self-diagnose and complete without the help of a mechanic however the following issues should be referred onto a professional should you see these symptoms in your own Volkswagen.
There is no way of knowing what could be causing you an issue so it is essential that you have a mechanic assess your car asap. If yourVolkswagen battery has died this will be an easier problem to resolve as all that is required is a jump from another vehicle.
If you need to jump start your Volkswagen due to a dead battery, follow these instructions. However, don’t forget to have your vehicle checked by a mechanic even if a jump start works.
If the engine starts, brilliant! Take a drive around as this will recharge the battery.
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If it doesn’t, go back and make sure the cables are all attached properly and let the other car run for five minutes or so.
If the Volkswagen still won’t start, then it is likely your car has a major issue that you should get a mechanic to look as soon as possible.
Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price is not always easy. We work with a network of 8,000 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find a competitive repair deal for you.
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