Starting issues

[jb1970]

I have a 1990 Micra which has an annoying intermittent problem. Sometimes when i start it hot or cold the starter doesnt seem to turn the engine. i replaced the starter motor complete but it still does it. you get a noise or the starter working but no engine. If i then start it in gear it will allow me to try again and it will start properly. Any ideas?

 

[jb1970]

An update. Now the car only seems to start with it in reverse gear and clutch pedal depressed. Can anyone suggest a reason for this, i suspect its the clutch can someone confirm this before i get my spanners out.