Mountfield SP474 Mower not starting

[CaptainSlow]

The B&Q version

Doesn't seem to have a spark, but also doesn't seem to be getting any fuel either.

I have read the coil might be at fault, anyone experienced the same problem?

[Toyless]

If its not getting fuel it wont matter HOW big the spark is.....

Lots of these petrol mowers seem to suffer from a diaphragm in the carb causing faults.

[Ynox]

Take the air filter off. Spray some carb cleaner into the carb and crank the engine.

Does it start momentarily? If so, it's the carb. I'd look at the diaphragm (as said above) on it, these usually don't last that long. If it's still screwed then I'd get a new carb for it. I find http://www.briggsbits.co.uk/ pretty good for parts.