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Vauxhall Corsa Won't start

My son's Vauxhall Corsa turns over but won't start from the ignition but works fine from a bump start. We have changed the battery. Any ideas?

Asked on 7 January 2013 by Donna

Answered by Honest John
Jammed starter motor.

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