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BMW F48 F55 F45 Starter Motor 7645979 - Used Original Parts

RM 450

Condition: Used (Original)

At a Glance

  • BMW F48 F55 F45 Starter Motor 7645979 - Used Original Parts
  • Part number: 7645979 / 12417645979 / 438000-0471 / 4380000471
  • Fits: MINI 5-Door F55, MINI F56, BMW F48 X1 · confirm by chassis number before ordering
  • Used Original · tested working
  • RM 450 · final quote via WhatsApp
  • M.S. Motor · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · ready stock

Diagnosis and Common Symptoms

As a Senior Technician at M.S. Motor, I frequently diagnose starting issues on the UKL platform (F48, F45, F55) linked to the Auto Start/Stop system, which significantly increases the cycle count on the starter motor. The most common symptom of failure is a distinct single metallic "click" from the solenoid when the ignition is pressed, followed by silence and no engine rotation. In other cases, you may experience a "sluggish" crank speed that mimics a dying battery, even when voltage is good. Technicians often find fault codes stored in the BDC (Body Domain Controller) or FEM (Front Electronic Module) related to Terminal 50 output or starter relay faults.

Introduction

Restore the immediate reliability of your BMW or MINI with this Genuine used starter motor. Unlike aftermarket alternatives that often struggle with the high-torque demands of modern BMW engines, this unit maintains factory specifications for gear engagement and cranking speed. Every unit is removed from a running vehicle and bench-tested by our technical team at M.S. Motor to ensure the solenoid and motor are functioning perfectly.

Product Details

  • Brand: BMW (Genuine)
  • Model Compatibility: BMW X1 (F48), 2 Series Active Tourer (F45), MINI Cooper 5-Door (F55)
  • Part Name: Starter Motor
  • Part Number: 7645979
  • Condition: Genuine Used (Tested Working)
  • Notes: Compatible with B38 and B48 engine configurations; check part number for exact match.

Frequently Asked Questions

What symptoms indicate failure?

The most common signs are a single click without the engine turning over, a grinding noise during ignition (indicating gear teeth wear), or very slow cranking speeds despite having a healthy battery.

Does this require coding?

No, this starter motor is a plug-and-play mechanical component. It does not require VIN coding or programming, though we recommend clearing any stored fault codes in the BDC/FEM after installation.

Is this original?

Yes, this is a Genuine BMW part. It ensures the correct mounting points and gear pitch for your flywheel, which prevents the damage often caused by poor-fitting aftermarket units.

Part price does not include installation. Our workshop can install for you, labour is charged separately and confirmed with you before any work starts.

We cannot diagnose your car over WhatsApp or photos. Not sure this part will solve your problem? Come for a workshop check, diagnosis fee RM180. If you proceed with the repair using our parts, the RM180 is offset into the labour charge. If you decide not to repair, only the RM180 applies.

All parts are tested and guaranteed to work. Whether a part solves your car's problem can only be confirmed by diagnosis.

Shipping: from Kuala Lumpur, West Malaysia ~RM50, East Malaysia ~RM80 (estimate, confirm via WhatsApp). Delivery 1-2 working days in secure anti-static packaging.

Warranty: 30-day exchange for control units, engines, gearboxes and other major parts; 14 days for small parts. Claims require proof of installation by a qualified workshop. No warranty for items opened, modified, or damaged by wrong installation.

Prices vary with stock and part condition. Final price via WhatsApp.

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