Question 1

What does a front wiper motor do?

Accepted Answer

A front wiper motor is a small but powerful electric motor that powers your car’s front windscreen wiper arms. The motor is either switched on manually by the driver or more modern cars have rain sensors fitted that will switch the motor on automatically for the driver when water is detected.The motor enables the wiper arms to swipe across the front windscreen clearing rain, ice, dirt or debris to ensure the driver has good visibility at all times. Electrical power is fed to the front wiper motor through a fuse and a relay. The driver can change the switch position to produce intermittent wipes, standard speed wipes or fast wipes depending on the driving conditions.

Question 2

How often should a front wiper motor need replacing?

Accepted Answer

Good visibility is crucial to safe driving. Therefore, because the front windscreen wipers provide a clear view out of the windshield, it’s critical (and legal!) that they are fixed as soon as any issue arises.There is no set lifespan of a front wiper motor, however as the motor is frequently used, wear and tear can eventually cause it to malfunction, the same as any other electric motor. The most important thing is that it is replaced as soon as possible because the front windscreen wipers are a critical safety feature.

Question 3

What happens when we do a front wiper motor replacement on your car?

Accepted Answer

Our certified mechanics will:
Inspect the front windscreen wiper system.
Investigate to determine the exact fault in the electrical system.
If necessary, they will replace the front windscreen wiper motor.
They will advise if any other parts of the windscreen wipers need to be replaced.
Finally they will test the windscreen's wipers to ensure everything is working correctly.

Question 4

What causes a front wiper motor to break?

Accepted Answer

Undue stress on the motor can lead to it burning out. For example if your windscreen wipers are frozen to the glass or if they are stuck due to lack of use, it’s best to avoid switching the wiper system on. This can put too much stress on the motor causing it to burn out or fail.General wear and tear may also result in older cars needing a replacement wiper motor fitted.

Question 5

When should a front wiper motor be replaced?

Accepted Answer

Good visibility is crucial to safe driving. Therefore, because the front windscreen wipers provide a clear view out of the windshield, it’s critical (and legal!) that they are fixed as soon as any issue arises.

Question 6

What are the signs of a bad front wiper motor?

Accepted Answer

Usually, there a few signs you can look for:
If one or both of the windscreen wipers completely stops working
If the wipers move slower than usual
If the wipers jerk across the windscreen or aren’t swiping as smoothly as usual

Question 7

What happens when we do a front wiper motor replacement on your car?

Accepted Answer

Our certified mechanics will:
Inspect the front windscreen wiper system.
Investigate to determine the exact fault in the electrical system.
If necessary, they will replace the front windscreen wiper motor.
They will advise if any other parts of the windscreen wipers need to be replaced.
Finally they will test the windscreen's wipers to ensure everything is working correctly.

Question 8

What is the average life of a front wiper motor?

Accepted Answer

There is no set lifespan of a front wiper motor, however as the motor is frequently used, wear and tear can eventually cause it to malfunction, the same as any other electric motor. The most important thing is that it is replaced as soon as possible because the front windscreen wipers are a critical safety feature.

Question 9

Can you drive with a broken front wiper motor?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not drive if your front windscreen wipers are not working. It’s not only dangerous to drive without the use of windscreen wipers, it is also illegal in this country. According to UK law, every vehicle fitted with a windscreen must have one or more efficient automatic windscreen wipers.It's also important to note that your windscreen wipers and wiper blades will be checked during an MOT test, so make sure your wipers are in full working order to avoid an MOT fail.

Question 10

The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT

Accepted Answer

It is illegal to drive with broken or malfunctioning front windscreen wipers. Therefore if your front wiper motor breaks it is important that you get the issue looked at as soon as possible.It's also important to note that your windscreen wipers and wiper blades will be checked during an MOT test, so make sure your wipers are in full working order to avoid an MOT fail.

Question 11

BMW

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BMW AG is a German automobile and motorcycle manufacturer that was established over 100 years ago in March 1916. They also own Mini and Rolls Royce, after taking over the two British marques in 2000 and 1998 respectively.

Question 12

How popular is BMW in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

BMW makes luxury vehicles and is possibly most famous for its sports saloon models. In 2018, BMW had 1.9m vehicles on the roads in the UK, a number that has been steadily increasing each year for the past decade.As one of the ‘big 3’ German marques, along with Audi and Mercedes, BMW carries a strong reputation for making high-quality stylish vehicles, and have captured a large section of the UK market.

Question 13

Luxury family and business models for every driver

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Probably most popular for the 3 Series and 5 Series saloon models, BMW has got every possible angle covered for the more discerning drivers.The full range includes everything from the 1 Series city car to the full-size saloons and sports coupes of the 7 and 8 Series models.To provide everything you’d ever need for family motoring there’s a seven-seat MPV, their range of X model SUVs, and since 2014, the introduction of their plug-in electric i models. Top it all off with their M model high-performance supercars, the Z4 convertible and the i8 Roadster—and you’ve got the full package.

Question 14

BMW: High performance on and off the track

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BMW has a successful history in a range of motorsports.They have been significant performers in touring car racing and rally driving, enjoyed success in Formula One with the BMW Sauber team, and BMW cars have been regular competitors and winners at Le Mans since the race’s early years.

Question 15

BMW’s reliability and reputation

Accepted Answer

BMW ranked 16th place out of 30 car brands in the What Car? Reliability Survey in 2018. BMW hasn’t always had the best reputation for reliability but to rank alongside marques such as Honda, Volkswagen and Fiat they’re holding their own alongside plenty of the other big names.

Question 16

Recent BMW recalls and reliability issues

Accepted Answer

Various recalls have been made on BMW models throughout their motoring history. The following are a list of the most recent in the UK and Europe.

Question 17

22/03/2019 – BMW X5 (2018)

Accepted Answer

Incorrect tightening torque of left front seat fixing bolts

Question 18

22/03/2019 – BMW X5, 5 Series (2000–2003)

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Potential rupture of driver front airbag inflator

Question 19

04/03/2019 – BMW X1 (2018–2019)

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Rear lights may be fixed with incorrect securing units

Question 20

01/03/2019 – BMW X5, X6, 7 Series, 6 Series and 5 Series (2009–2011)

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Auxiliary water pump’s electronics could lead to a short circuit

Question 21

01/02/2019 – BMW X5 and X6 (2007–2010)

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The idler pulley bolt could become loosened

Question 22

21/01/2019 – BMW M3, M4 and M4 convertible (2016)

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The flange of the propshaft may become detached

Question 23

27/12/2018 – BMW X6 (2014–2015)

Accepted Answer

EGR module cooler could leak

Question 24

27/12/2018 – BMW 4 Series (2013–2015)

Accepted Answer

Exhaust gas recirculation module cooler could leakAll recall information sourced from gov.co.uk data.

Car make and model	Average dealer price	Price estimate	Average savings
BMW X5	£515	£374 - £457	£100
BMW 7 Series	£525	£378 - £462	£105
BMW X3	£446	£320 - £391	£91
BMW 2500	£444	£323 - £394	£86
BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer	£432	£317 - £387	£79
BMW 5 Series	£407	£330 - £403	£40
BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo	£531	£380 - £464	£110
BMW i3	£261	£182 - £223	£59
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer	£458	£319 - £390	£103
BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo	£531	£380 - £464	£110
BMW X6	£494	£383 - £468	£68
BMW X3	£446	£320 - £391	£91
BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo	£411	£309 - £377	£69
BMW 4 Series Cabriolet	£374	£303 - £371	£37
BMW i3	£261	£182 - £223	£59
BMW 4 Series Coupe	£413	£300 - £366	£80
BMW 5 Series	£407	£327 - £400	£44
BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo	£531	£380 - £464	£110
BMW X3	£444	£323 - £394	£86
BMW 2500	£444	£323 - £394	£86
BMW X5	£515	£374 - £457	£100
BMW 7 Series	£525	£378 - £462	£105
BMW X3	£446	£320 - £391	£91
BMW 2500	£444	£323 - £394	£86
BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer	£432	£317 - £387	£79

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