It is suggested that the starter contacts may need replacing - but - I have noticed that usually when I turn the key in the ignition the throttle linkage under the drivers seat moves - but now I get no movement just the click of the solenoid. I do not get any dimming of the headlights which does seem to suggest the starter contacts.
As it is now dark and raining I would like to be reasonably sure that removing the starter motor and attempting to clean the contacts up as a temporary measure may help, or is the linkages not moving indicative of something else ??- otherwise I will have to cancel the MOT and get some beer instead

Pleeease - help