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Mobile mechanic in Edinburgh, 30 years of experience

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Garage in Romford, 30 years of experience

I offer MOT, diagnostics, timing belts, gearbox, clutch replacement, general service, and maintenance. I have worked for Vauxhall dealer for over 6 years as a full mot tester and technician. I offer HGV serv...

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Garage in Caterham , 25 years of experience

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Mobile mechanic in Ashton-Under-Lyne, 19 years of experience

I am an expert mechanic that will come to you for all vehicle repairs With over 19 years of industry experience, I provide my customers at Dixon's Mobile Autocare with a professional mechanic service, deliv...

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Garage in Burntwood, 11 years of experience

I have 11 years' experience working on cars. I am able to do all the repairs you need doing including, inspections, servicing, brakes, suspension, clutches, and much more. We have a garage that you can bring...

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Mobile mechanic in Maidenhead , 30 years of experience

I have worked in the car repair industry for over 30 years. Operating as a mobile mechanic in this area for over 25 years

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Garage in London, years of experience

Full car service includes checking the brakes, suspension, steering, exhaust, oil, fluids, and lights, as well as performing an overall safety check. It also often includes a full diagnostic check of the veh...

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Mobile mechanic in Reading , 15 years of experience

Independer garage main mechanic for 15 years, specialist in engine and diagnostics,key making and programing for cars,and now i started to do in mobile,service,brakes,keys all lost or second key making and p...

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Garage in Cranbrook, 20 years of experience

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Garage in Hyde, 15 years of experience

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Garage in Doncaster, 9 years of experience

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Mobile mechanic in Eastleigh, 26 years of experience

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Garage in Sacriston, 13 years of experience

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Frequently asked questions about car won't start inspections

Read our answers to questions about car won't start inspection costs, symptoms and more.

What is a car won’t start diagnostic?

There are few things more frustrating than when your vehicle refuses to fire into life when you turn the key. Sadly, this is likely to happen at some point to everyone and usually at the most inconvenient time.

ClickMechanic can come to the rescue though with a network of mechanics across the UK, usually within a short notice period to come out and diagnose the reason.

Please note, whilst we offer a short notice period on this service, we are not providing a roadside rescue type service and the mechanics may not be able to get to you on the same day.

What happens during a car won't start diagnostic?

In most cases, the cause is either the starter motor or the battery that is at fault, both of which can be resolved relatively quickly.

If you notice a rapid clicking, but the engine not turning over (or turning over very slowly), it is likely to be the battery at fault. If you get a single click and the engine not turning over, that is likely to mean it is the starter motor.

If the engine is turning over fine, but not starting, then further diagnostics will be required.

Therefore, the mechanic will need to access vehicles electronic control units (ECU) via the OBD port inside the vehicle. Please be aware that on some vehicles these are in covered areas such as under the ashtray, at the back of a storage hole or even in the glove box, so the mechanic will need to remove anything that is blocking access to it.

  • The mechanic will go through the diagnostic error code and read live data to pinpoint the cause(s) of the issue.
  • Mechanic will physically examine the vehicle’s powertrain for potential faults, such as intake air leaks, boost hose leak etc
  • If the cause of the issue requires additional work and parts, the mechanic will provide you with a quotation and a detailed description of the fault(s)

How much is a car won’t start diagnostic?

The cost of a car won’t start diagnostic depends on your car and your location. Find out what you could save by having a car won’t start diagnostic carried out by ClickMechanic by selecting your car at the top of this page to get a quote.

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