With the good advice in mind I approached the issue with caution, gently removing the heat shield (2x torx bolts & 1 x 10mm nut) I examined the starter motor - all connections ok and secure.
Tried again - 'Click, Click'
Then I gave the solenoid a little tap
with the handle end of my ratchet (it's got a ribbed rubber sleeve on it) - tried again and 'Brum' it started.
I tried it again a number of times - probably 5 or 6 and each time it started
lets hope it doesn't happen again
So I replaced the heat shield and then proceeded to fit the new boot release unit.
A very productive 45 minutes.
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