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Compare free quotes from trusted garages near you for Volkswagen starter motor repairs along with reviews to find the best deal for you. Is your engine cranking slower? Is there smoke coming from the car? Is there grinding or high-pitched noises? You likely have a faulty starter motor that requires repair or replacement. Get this looked at promptly to avoid further damage.

Similar symptoms may also be pointing towards issues with your car battery.

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Top garages for Volkswagen Starter Motor (12,423 found)
JTH Performance
395 Jobs Completed
Princess Risborough
4.9 / 5

Small independent business covering a variety of aspects from full vehicle restoration/ motorsport preparation through to general service work and repairs. All work under

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Prime Vehicle Recovery and Repairs
958 Jobs Completed
Newport
4.6 / 5

We are based in Newport, however we cover most of South Wales & Bristol, Two mobile vans Running currently , Two recovery trucks running to collect and return your

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

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Ewood Motor Services
1485 Jobs Completed
Blackburn
4.9 / 5

Ewood Motor services is conveniently based in Blackburn near Ewood Park. Our garage is home to the latest equipment and facilities enabling us to carry our repairs and se

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Leonardo auto center
689 Jobs Completed
London
4.5 / 5

hi , we take all mechanical work with care .

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Tanvic Tyres Corby
131 Jobs Completed
Corby
3.3 / 5

With over 40 years experience of selling tyres, Tanvic Tyres believe we can offer the best prices and advice on all makes and tread patterns for Car tyres, Van tyres, 4x4

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Peter James Motor Group.
1410 Jobs Completed
Dagenham
4.4 / 5

Peter James Motor Group was established in 2006. Consisting of an RAC Approved MOT/Service Centre and two BSi Accredited Bodyshops based in Dagenham, Essex. Our Technic

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DS AUTO AND MOT
3307 Jobs Completed
Stretford
4.1 / 5

DS AUTO, is a family run business, based in Stretford and we cover all Manchester and the surrounding areas for Recovery, Breakdown and Garage service. We work alongsi

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Ventus AutoWorX ltd
146 Jobs Completed
Leyland
4.8 / 5

Welcome to Ventus AutoWorX - The home of Trust in the Motor Trade. A highly skilled, multi-franchise experience business delivering dealership standard to your doorste

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LPV Engineering
9 Jobs Completed
Uxbridge
5.0 / 5

We have been in the motor trade for over 30 years. I have worked for a variety of main dealers including Toyota, VW and Tesla. I have spent over 18 years on the roadside

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West Yorkshire Autos Ltd
890 Jobs Completed
Pontefract
4.8 / 5

Family Run Business, we are RAC Approved, we cover any warranty work. as we are fully VAT registered. We aim for 100% customer satisfaction Class 4 & 7 MOT Sta

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L & R Automotive
25 Jobs Completed
Swindon
5.0 / 5

With a combined 34 years experience in Motor Vehicle repair, we (Lee and Ryan) have worked on various different vehicle makes and models during this time. The knowledge a

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RAC Mobile Mechanic - We Come to You. Servicing on your drive or at work - Oxford
25 Jobs Completed
Oxford
4.2 / 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

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Quick Stop Autocentres Ltd
239 Jobs Completed
West Gortorn
4.9 / 5

We are an established Family run company that has been trading for over 46 years At Quick Stop Autocentres we offer a complete range of car services, including; tyres,

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Automaster repair centre limited
14 Jobs Completed
Chadderton
4.0 / 5

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Volkswagen Starter Motor Repair
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  Volkswagen Starter Motor  bookings

4.64

22 reviews

How much does a Volkswagen Starter Motor cost?

The cost of Starter Motor 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 Starter Motor. Take a look below at the average quote for Starter Motor on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of the top Volkswagen models.


Starter Motor Cost by Volkswagen Model
Volkswagen ModelAverage PriceGet Quotes
Volkswagen Polo£345.18
Volkswagen Transporter£351.79
Volkswagen Golf£282.11
Volkswagen Touran£315.92

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 19/01/2024 and 18/04/2024.

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