Why won't my Volkswagen Polo start?

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Why won't my Volkswagen Polo start?

My 2000 plate Volkswagen Polo is struggling to start. It sounds and feels like a flat battery, but I have replaced it and the problem persists. Any ideas?

Asked on 27 November 2014 by whipy

Answered by Honest John

Could be the starter motor. Could be a damaged flywheel starter ring.

Tags: technical issues starting problem

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