CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION MEMORANDUM
Business Reference: GO4665
Sector: Automotive – MOT & Mechanical Services
Location: South Wales
EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW
This opportunity is a well-established and profitable MOT and vehicle repair centre operating from fully equipped workshop premises in South Wales. The business has traded successfully under current ownership since 2014 and has built a strong reputation for reliability, technical capability and customer retention across its local catchment.
The business benefits from strong long-term customer loyalty, with clients travelling from across South Wales and returning for servicing even after relocating.
The company provides a comprehensive range of Class 4 MOT testing, servicing, diagnostics and mechanical repair services from a modern workshop comprising a dedicated MOT bay and three service ramps. Revenue is diversified across recurring MOT cycles, routine servicing and higher-margin repair work, supporting consistent annual turnover in excess of £350,000.
Adjusted EBITDA is in the region of £50,000–£55,000, depending on final structuring and replacement salary assumptions. The business benefits from an experienced team, stable overhead structure and minimal reliance on paid marketing, with the majority of income generated through repeat trade and local reputation.
The opportunity is available on either a leasehold or freehold basis, providing flexibility for owner-operators, trade buyers or asset-backed investors.
BUSINESS MODEL
Revenue is generated through:
Class 4 MOT testing
Interim and full servicing
Diagnostics and fault finding
Mechanical repairs (brakes, suspension, clutches, exhaust systems)
Tyre fitting and wheel alignment
Air conditioning servicing
Electric and hybrid vehicle repairs
The recurring nature of MOT testing and servicing creates predictable annual revenue cycles, while repair work enhances margin and increases average invoice value.
OPERATIONS
The workshop is configured for efficient throughput and includes:
Dedicated MOT testing bay
Three fully equipped service ramps
Modern diagnostic equipment
Tyre and alignment systems
Welding capability
Reception and waiting area
The business is supported by four experienced employees alongside ownership, reducing transition risk and supporting continuity post-sale.
FINANCIAL PROFILE
Annual Turnover: Circa £350,000+
Reported Net Profit: Approx. £40,800
Adjusted EBITDA: Approx. £50,000–£55,000
The earnings profile supports commercial funding structures, with comfortable debt service coverage under typical SME acquisition lending terms.
The freehold option further enhances lender security where applicable.
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Established trading history under current ownership since 2014
Strong local reputation and repeat customer base
Recently upgraded MOT infrastructure
Diversified service income
Experienced team in place
Freehold purchase option available
Clear opportunities for revenue and margin growth
The business is offered for sale due to a change in personal circumstances
TENURE
Freehold: Offers in the Region of £379,995
OR
Leasehold: Offers in the Region of £179,950
BIZFI – BUSINESS PURCHASE FINANCE
Eligible buyers may apply for up to £25,000 in unsecured acquisition finance via BizFi, helping reduce upfront capital requirements and supporting a smooth transaction process.
NEXT STEPS
Interested parties should:
Make initial contact with Goodwins Business Brokers
Sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement
Receive the full Information Memorandum
Arrange a confidential viewing
Tel: 0330 236 7030
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.goodwinsbrokers.co.uk
Business Reference: GO4665
All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.
