[CharlieWednesday]

Thanks – that does explain the behaviour exactly.  eBay seller gave me a partial refund and I have ordered replacement belt kit, so hopefully, will all soon be in order.

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[CharlieWednesday]

Thanks for the tip – you were spot on (and the eBay seller was a liar – this clearly did not work when sold!).  The two drive belts are in place (but a bit loose), but the smallest belt, which I believe is how it detects the presence of a cassette, was totally degraded – it was practically liquid when touched.  That would explain why it behaves as if no cassette is in place even when one is.  I can get a full set of the 3 belts for £15 so will buy and replace; thanks very much for your help.

Searched YouTube and found video “Bang & Olufsen Beocord 2000 Cassette Deck – Repair, Mods, Belts & Service”, and that proved invaluable.

The eBay seller agreed to refund half the cost, so that’s something.

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