Vemo Starter Motor 12V 8 Tooth CW V30-12-80173

The Vemo starter motor is a new 12V unit with clockwise rotation, 8 teeth, and a 2-hole starter mount. It is identified by part number V30-12-80173 and supplied as each, which makes it straightforward to match against the original starter motor details before ordering.

This starter motor weighs 2.88kg and is listed as a dry clutch application. Those details matter when comparing replacement parts, especially where the mounting style, rotation direction, tooth count, and electrical specification all need to line up with the vehicle’s existing setup.

Vemo positions this part as a premium European brand starter motor sourced from established manufacturers and built to OE performance standards. For the buyer, the key points to check are the 12V rating, clockwise rotation, 8 teeth, and 2 mounting bores, along with the part number V30-12-80173.

Key Features

• 12V starter motor
• Clockwise rotation (CW)
• 8-tooth pinion
• 2-hole starter mount
• 2 mounting bores
• New part, not remanufactured

Specifications

• Brand: Vemo
• Part number: V30-12-80173
• Product type: Starter Motor
• Unit of measure: Each
• Voltage: 12V
• Rotation: CW
• Number of teeth: 8
• Starter mount type: 2 Hole

Fitment guidance

• Listed application data references Mercedes-Benz A-Class models.
• Application references include Mercedes-Benz A-Class from 1997 through 2004.
• Fitment should be confirmed against the vehicle’s existing starter motor details and the part number V30-12-80173 before purchase.

Application and Buying Notes

When checking replacement starters, the most useful identifiers are the voltage, rotation, tooth count, and mounting style. In this case the critical details are 12V, clockwise rotation, 8 teeth, and a 2-hole starter mount with 2 mounting bores, so the existing unit should be compared carefully before fitting.

The part number V30-12-80173 is the best cross-check for ordering, especially where a vehicle may have had more than one starter option over its life. The listed application data includes Mercedes-Benz A-Class references from 1997 to 2004, but that does not remove the need to confirm the exact engine and starter configuration already fitted to the vehicle.

Because this is a new starter motor and not a remanufactured unit, buyers can expect a fresh replacement assembly rather than a rebuilt one. The one-year warranty and the 2.88kg weight are also useful practical reference points when comparing parts, packaging, and expected handling during installation.

If you are matching by physical features, pay close attention to the number of mounting bores, the starter mount type, and the dry clutch note. Those are all important compatibility checkpoints where a close-looking part can still be incorrect if the mounting pattern or application type differs.

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 V30-12-80173 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 One Year, Rotation CW, Voltage 12, New / Reman. New, Wet / Dry Clutch Dry, Weight 2.88kg, Product Group 1 ROTATING ELECTRICAL, Part No. V30-12-80173.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Brand VEMO, Description Vemo Starter Motor 12V 8Th CW, Number of Teeth 8, Suits Unit Make Vemo, Item Type Starter Motor, Starter Mount Type 2 Hole, Number of mounting bores 2, Product Group 2 STARTER MOTORS.

Vemo Starter Motor 12V 8Th CW. Part number V30-12-80173 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 V30-12-80173, 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 MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1997, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1998, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1999. 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.

Compatibility note: Please confirm fitment by matching part number V30-12-80173, 12V voltage, clockwise rotation, 8 teeth, 2-hole mount, and the vehicle application details before ordering.

FAQ

What is the part number for this starter motor?

The part number is V30-12-80173. For this listing, part number V30-12-80173 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1997, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1998. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

Is this starter motor new or remanufactured?

It is listed as new, not remanufactured. For this listing, part number V30-12-80173 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1997, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1998. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What voltage is this starter motor?

It is a 12V starter motor. For this listing, part number V30-12-80173 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1997, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1998. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

How does this starter motor rotate?

It has clockwise rotation, noted as CW. For this listing, part number V30-12-80173 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1997, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1998. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

How many teeth does the pinion have?

It has 8 teeth. For this listing, part number V30-12-80173 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1997, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1998. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What vehicle applications are listed?

The listed application references Mercedes-Benz A-Class models, including 1997 through 2004. Fitment still needs to be confirmed against the vehicle and the part number V30-12-80173. For this listing, part number V30-12-80173 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1997, MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 1998. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.