Common Car Faults Explained

Fault Library

Not sure what's wrong with your car? Browse the most common faults we see across Bath, what causes them, and whether it's safe to keep driving.

Car Won't Start in Bath? Here's What It Could Be

The three most common reasons a car won't start, and how a mobile mechanic tells them apart fast.

What the orange engine light actually means, and whether it's safe to keep driving.

The five most common reasons a car battery keeps dying, and how to tell which one applies to you.

What the ABS light means, common causes, and whether it affects your MOT.

What a clicking sound at the ignition usually means, and how to tell battery from starter.

Why diesel engines struggle more than petrol in winter, and how to prevent it.

When the engine turns over normally but never actually starts, here's what's usually wrong.

Give us a call and describe what's happening — we'll talk you through it and get a mobile mechanic to you if needed.

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