Thanks for the advice. Tried re-inserting the key a few times - no joy, but when I came back 30 mins later, the car started. ?? By the way, If the immobiliser system stopped the car from starting, would there be a message on the dash? The manual suggests there would be. Checking out the battery /gro...

V70 2002 2.0L Manual 105k This problem started last year. I turn the key. I hear a "click" but silence from the engine. Took to the dealer. Put in new starter motor. Worked OK, but problem returned a few months later. Took to the dealer again. Diagnosed "starter motor sticking" a...