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Garage in Falkirk, 8 years of experience

Started as a tyre fitted at Halfords auto centre and worked my way up 8 years later I’m full nvq level 3 from services to full repairs I have everything covered

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Garage in Newcastle , 30 years of experience

I served my time at bds motors whilst attending college I have worked for numerous garages and had my own business for 8 year before starting work in a management role for great north auto centre and I am n...

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Mobile mechanic in Canvey Island, 5 years of experience

Car keys programming, most makes and models covered, all keys lost, spare key, emergency opening, ignition switch repair and many more Mercedes BMW Fiat Peugeot Citroen Audi etc

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Garage in Didcot, 12 years of experience

Graduated from university at 2008 from engineering background. Been relating in motortrade for over 12 years in different roles. Have work as full time mechanic for different garages and the last 5 years...

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Garage in Middlesbrough , 12 years of experience

BMW Mini Rolls Royce Independent BMW group dealer level diagnostics and able to write official BMW service history. BMW Master Tech ZF Gearbox Specialist Diagnostics; Smoke Tests ISTA (BMW GROUP...

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Mobile mechanic in Heywood , 5 years of experience

JA Repairs offers convenient and reliable mobile vehicle servicing and repair solutions. We carry out a wide range of mechanical work.

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Garage in Darlington, 9 years of experience

We have been fixing and restoring motorcycles and cars for just over 9 years on a part time basis. We have now expanded into a full time operation. As part of our services we carry out mechanical, welding or...

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Garage in Leeds, 7 years of experience

SJ Mobile Mechanic, we provide all your automotive needs from MOT to Brake Pads. Brake downs,Let us know if you need our services.

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Garage in Gloucester, 8 years of experience

As a qualified Master technician, I pride myself on providing honest and quality repairs and ensuring good value for money by accurate diagnostics and live data readings. After training and running my own co...

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Mobile mechanic in Hamilton , 15 years of experience

I have over 14 years of experience working on cars. I offer a range of services including Wrong fuel draining Add blue reset Car major servicing Exhaust work Hybrid Battery Repairing Suspension work ...

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Mobile mechanic in Milford, 30 years of experience

I have worked at multiple Independent garages as well as main dealers. I have experience with HGV and light motor vehicles, as well as experience in both recovery and repairs on multiple makes and models.

83 Reviews

Garage in Littleport, 12 years of experience

Tyres, Wheel balancing Mobile diagnostic Car wrap Timing belts Clutches Pre-Purchase inspection Brakes,suspensions,engines,Pre Mot checks,Valeting, paint polish,etc. Car body resprays and repairs as ...

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Garage in Doncaster, 10 years of experience

Hi we are 1st Gear Autos Ltd, we have over 20 years combined experience working on a variety of light vehicles and hgvs. No job is ever too big or too small. We are fully mobile or you can come to our workpl...

303 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Colchester, years of experience

Here at Mobile Auto Solutions, we bring the modern tools and techniques needed to maintain and diagnose your vehicle from the workshop to your house. We undertake routine servicing, cambelt replacement, MOTs...

220 Reviews

Garage in Woking, 10 years of experience

Mobile mechanic service with 10 years workshop experience. Friendly, polite and knowledgeable in all work carried out. All aspects of work carried out from pre-MOT to clutch and cambelt replacement.

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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