Peugeot 306 not starting

[jac30]

Hi. I have an L reg Peugeot 306 that will only start if bump started. Have taken it to a garage and they reckon its the starter motor. I was wondering if it could be a loose connection somewhere? Also, would a jump starter from halfords start the car or is it only for flat batteries? Thanks.

[TWR]

Ist, get your battery checked is it the type you add Dist water to? if not you battery may be on the way out, 2nd/ check the connections from the battery's earth wire, If dirty clean it, then check the wires running down to your stater, check that the connection at the solinoid are clean & tight, also check that the starter is tight in the bellhousing.

[jac30]

my boyfriend only just bought the battery brand new a few days ago so i don't think its that. Taking it to garage again tomorrow so they can have a look. Thanks for your help anyway.

[cazzz1975]

its sounds to me like the starter motor

[cazzz1975]

needs replacing