Alternator Problem with S1 111s

[eddieb28]

Has anyone ever had problems with the alternator on an S1?

The battery light had been flickering on and off for about 2 weeks only in high revs. I just thought it could be a loose connection but last weekend i noticed the car was a bit hesitant to start and the battery light came on striaght away and the car was missing abit after a couple of mins of driving so I turned her off. I have had the alternator tested and it is not charging.

The car is going into the garage tonight to be looked at. Has anyone ever had a similar problem? Does this sound like the alternator has packed up? or could it be a dodgy connection or wire?

Also, are the alternators a job to change?

[Gruffy]

My S1 111s is on it's third alternator in 18 months. Reassuring to know I'm not the only one.

[scott64]

My S2 111s fried an alternator at snetterton, a think it is a common problem. Was quoted £460 from Stratton Motor Company. But got second hand one of 52 plate MGF got a mechanic chum to fit it. To fit it he had to remove oil filter so did oil change as well and charged £60 all in (I supplied oil) + £30 for second hand alternator.