Looks like I just don't know enough about cars to diagnose this problem myself. I was just hoping to avoid getting anyone in as money at the moment is in short supply. But having a dead car is of no use to me anyway. Thanks for everyone's input/advice.

I was thinking of changing the starter myself if possible. For someone with very basic knowledge and basic tools, is this doable?

I appreciate the replies and suggestions. Sadly my knowledge of cars is so limited as to not know what plugs or sockets need to be checked, i.e. where they even are.

I get a message saying I'm not allowed to post url or YouTube links
This is the video title in YouTube if anyone can view it:
'Peugeot 206cc 1.6L (2001) Not Starting'

[youtube]4vSStXbYXwc[/youtube]

I tried the BSI reboot as per the link provided, with no luck. Battery shows 12.60V when key turned to the first stage of ignition.

Is there any way I can share or post the YouTube video I uploaded? This demonstrates the problem far better than I can describe.

Thanks for your reply and advice.

I put the key in the ignition, turn it one stage and get a fast ticking and all the dials are flickering, then when I turn the key fully the ignition lights all come on but there is nothing from the engine... doesn't turn over or even attempt to.

Suddenly out of the blue my '51 plate 206cc won't start up. I get a fast clicking on the first turn, together with the battery light flickering. Then when turning ignition fully on, nothing. I think I can hear a further click coming from the engine bay fuse/relay box. Battery has been tested, charge...