What is a wiper motor?

Every car sold in the UK or even the world uses windscreen wipers which are especially useful to clear away the water when it's raining. The windscreen wiper needs to move back and forth to make sure that the windshield is clear enough for you to see the road ahead. However, like all motors the wiper motors wear off over time and will need to be replaced. Fortunately, these motors are comparatively cheap to replace and are fairly reliable if you buy one from a reputed brand.

How to know there is a wiper motor problem?

One of the telltale signs of a problem with the wiper motors is that they will not work. You will not be able to turn on the wipers despite the switch being functional and the car running. The other sign of there being a problem is that the wipers will get stuck and that's usually because the motor is overheating. While there could be other reasons for these problems like a faulty rain sensor in most cases, it is the wiper motors. That said always get your vehicle examined by a professional before deciding to replace the motors just so that the root cause of the problem can be solidified.

Buy only the best motors

At 123spareparts.co.uk we currently sell wiper motors by some of the leading brands in the industry like Metzger, Bosch, and Vaico. All motors sold come backed by a warranty so you can be sure that they will last you a long time. However, all you need to do is to ensure that you're buying the right motor for your vehicle by matching the part number of your existing wiper motor.