National Automotive Service and MOT Group

This search is focused on established MOT, service, and repair centres across the UK with annual turnovers between £3m and £5m. The acquirer is looking for workshops that demonstrate strong day-to-day discipline, high labour utilisation, and a loyal local customer base.

If you are considering retirement from the motor trade but worry about what happens to your technicians and long-standing customers, this buyer’s focus on staged integration and staff retention may offer peace of mind. They are open to a full exit or a majority sale, which can be a practical way for a garage owner to de-risk their finances while still staying involved for a handover period. Because this is a strategic move from an entrepreneur who knows the industry, you’re talking to someone who understands the value of a tidy workshop and a strong local name. It provides a quiet alternative to a public sale, ensuring your plans remain confidential from competitors and staff until the timing is right.

The buyer aims to scale their existing footprint by integrating garages that already boast a reputation for reliability and efficient workshop management. They are focused on acquiring businesses with a high volume of repeat repair work and stable test volumes to serve as a platform for further regional growth.

With three to five successful acquisitions already completed, this individual is an experienced operator who understands the motor trade. They have equity capital ready and a professional advisory team in place to ensure any transaction is handled efficiently and discreetly.

Prospective sellers should be ready to discuss their current mechanic retention rates and the historical performance of their MOT bays. The buyer prioritises businesses with 'clean reporting', so having clear records of labour hours versus invoiced time will be a point of focus.

Rather than listing on the open market and waiting for interest to materialize, this acquisition requirement represents a direct, pre-defined search. For an owner, it confirms that a specific individual with committed funds is intentionally looking for a business exactly like yours.