OEX Starter Motor 12V 9 Tooth CW Bosch Style BXS0165

This OEX starter motor is a new 12V unit with clockwise rotation, a 9 tooth pinion, and a 1.7kW power rating. It is listed as Bosch style and suited to Bosch applications, with part number BXS0165 for identification when matching against an existing starter or parts catalogue.

Key dimensions are provided for checking before purchase: 82mm mount centres, 83mm flange diameter, 9.5mm mount hole diameter, 244mm overall length, 25mm pinion diameter, and 6mm pinion at rest. The starter uses a 2 hole mount type and is intended for dry clutch applications.

The product is supplied as new, not remanufactured, and carries OEX warranty coverage of 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use. OEX states its range is sourced from original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket suppliers, with products made in ISO certified factories.

Key Features

• 12V starter motor
• Clockwise rotation
• 9 tooth pinion
• 1.7kW power rating
• Bosch style / suits Bosch unit make
• New unit

Specifications

• Brand: OEX
• Part No.: BXS0165
• Product type: Starter motor
• Voltage: 12V
• Rotation: CW
• Number of teeth: 9
• Power rating: 1.7kW
• Mount centres A: 82mm

Compatibility guidance

• Listed fitment groups include Holden, HSV, HDT, and Mercedes-Benz.
• Sample applications shown include HDT Brock, Holden Berlina, HSV Commodore, and Mercedes-Benz Actros MP2 / MP3.
• Some application entries include model-year references such as Holden Berlina 1984 to 1988, HSV Commodore 1988 to 1989, and Mercedes-Benz Actros MP2 / MP3 2003.
• Fitment should still be confirmed against the part number BXS0165 and the starter dimensions before ordering.

Application and Buying Notes

Before you buy, match the part number BXS0165, the Bosch style configuration, and the 12V CW specification to the starter being replaced. The important physical checks are the 2 hole mount type, 82mm mount centres, 83mm flange diameter, and 244mm overall length, as these details must line up with the vehicle application.

The 9 tooth pinion and 25mm pinion diameter also matter when comparing to the original unit. A starter can look similar at a glance but still differ in tooth count, pinion position, or mounting measurements, so the safest approach is to compare the old unit directly with the listed dimensions.

This starter is specified for dry clutch applications and has a pinion at rest measurement of 6mm. If your vehicle uses a different starter arrangement, or if the original unit is not Bosch style, check the application carefully before proceeding.

The fitment information supplied includes Holden, HSV, HDT, and Mercedes-Benz applications, but the relevant model and year must still be verified for your vehicle. Matching on make alone is not enough when the starter uses specific measurements and a Bosch-style layout.

For commercial use, note the warranty differs from passenger use at 1 year rather than 3 years. That makes it worth confirming the application, mounting pattern, and electrical specification before installation so the part suits the job from the start.

Before supply, the safest approach is to confirm the original unit details against the listed part number, voltage, output rating, mounting arrangement, and pulley configuration. That checking process is standard practice in the parts trade because visually similar units can still differ in service-critical ways.

For workshop, fleet, and equipment applications, accurate identification of part number BXS0165 helps avoid unnecessary freight, additional labour, and vehicle or machine downtime. Where the application is not straightforward, the original unit, OEM reference, or workshop records should be used as the primary confirmation point.

Relevant published details for this unit include Type STARTER MOTOR, Unit of Measure EACH, Warranty 3yr Passenger 1yr Commercial, Mount Centres A 82mm, Number of Teeth 9, Pinion at Rest 6mm, Power Rating 1.7kW, Suits Unit Make Bosch, New / Reman. New, Wet / Dry Clutch Dry.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Product Group 1 ROTATING ELECTRICAL, Part No. BXS0165, Brand OEX, Description OEX Starter Motor 12V 9Th CW Bosch Style, Flange Diameter 83mm, Mount Hole Diameter 9.5, Overall Length 244mm, Pinion Diameter 25mm, Rotation CW, Voltage 12.

OEX Starter Motor 12V 9Th CW Bosch Style. Part number BXS0165 should be checked first. Listed voltage is 12. These details form the core reference points used by parts interpreters when confirming the correct replacement.

For part number BXS0165, the normal identification sequence is part number, electrical rating, mounting arrangement, connector or terminal style, and pulley or drive details. Using those checkpoints helps confirm that the listed unit matches the service requirement rather than only looking similar.

For a starter motor in workshop, fleet, trade, agricultural, or construction service, the listed voltage 12 should be checked carefully. Incorrect selection can affect installation time, return freight, and equipment availability.

Available application references include HDT BROCK, HDT BROCK 1984, HDT BROCK 1985, HDT BROCK 1988, HOLDEN BERLINA, HOLDEN BERLINA 1984. Even with application listings, final confirmation should still be based on the exact unit being replaced and the service requirements of the vehicle or machine.

The listed warranty is 3yr Passenger 1yr Commercial. Warranty terms should be considered alongside correct application and part identification, as warranty does not replace fitment confirmation.

Compatibility note: Please confirm compatibility by checking part number BXS0165, Bosch-style application details, 12V clockwise rotation, 9 tooth pinion, and all mount and length measurements against the vehicle’s original starter.

FAQ

What type of starter motor is this?

It is an OEX starter motor, new condition, 12V, clockwise rotation, with a 9 tooth pinion and 1.7kW power rating.

What part number should I use to verify fitment?

The listed part number is BXS0165. Matching this number is the best first step when confirming compatibility.

What are the key mounting measurements?

The key mounting measurements listed are 82mm mount centres, 83mm flange diameter, 9.5mm mount hole diameter, and a 2 hole starter mount type.

Is this starter for a wet or dry clutch application?

It is listed for dry clutch applications.

Which vehicle makes are shown in the fitment information?

The fitment information shows Holden, HSV, HDT, and Mercedes-Benz applications, including Mercedes-Benz Actros MP2 / MP3.

What warranty is supplied with this starter motor?

The warranty is listed as 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use.