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Leasehold MOT Centre (Class 4 & 7) – Established Business with Strong Reputation – Ipswich

An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established MOT, servicing and repairs centre located in a prime position in Ipswich. This leasehold business specialises in Class 4 & 7 MOTs, alongside general vehicle servicing and repairs, has built up an enviable local reputation with a 4.3-star rating on Google.

Key Features:

Fully equipped MOT centre (Class 4 & 7)

Strong and consistent turnover with repeat business

High visibility location with convenient access

Excellent reputation and loyal customer base

Fitted out with high quality fixtures, fittings and equipment included within the sale price

4.3* Google review score – trusted by the local community

Run by two hands-on partners – no additional staff currently employed

Great potential to expand by increasing trading hours/days and hiring staff

This is a turnkey business ideal for a mechanic or business-minded individual looking to step into a profitable operation with room to grow. The business operates with limited hours and currently doesn’t utilise its full trading potential – perfect for a buyer who wants to take it to the next level.

Note: There is additional diamond cut machinery which is not included within the sale price, but our client would be willing to sell this to a purchaser at an additional cost. 

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to acquire a reputable and established MOT centre with genuine scope to expand.

To find out more or arrange a viewing, please contact us now. RX594363

Location

The premises is ideally located in a high-visibility trading position within a densely populated residential area, offering strong potential for passing trade. Situated just 1.2 miles from the town centre and train station, it benefits from excellent local access and convenience.

Tenure

New Lease available for a term to be agreed, with our clients current rent payable at £25,800 per annum exclusive.

Premises

A detached industrial unit with a forecourt providing 10 parking spaces, with sliding shutter at the front leading into the premises which measure approximately 3,145 sq ft and is arranged to provide main workshop area, trade counter, office, store rooms, WC and mezzanine.

Equippment

The premises is equipped with Diamond Alloys cut Ayce Systems Syntec 6TA, Wheel Washer Machine LS850 SICE, Wheel painting stand, Cure rite UV Alloys oven, Vixen sand blaster, ABAC dry compressor, 2x Tool car workshop cabinet, Snap On classic Red cabinet. Sealey, Hydraulic press 10T, Welzh Floor Standing coil spring compressor, Sealey floor standing  parts washer, Sealey, Gas mig welder MIG190, Ecotechnics Aircon machine ECK1800, Bradbury Wheel Balancing WC5521, Bradbury Tyre Changer WC5201, Masteraro, Pneumtic Air discharge oil drainer. ABAC 270 BS924/200 HP55 Compressor. Sealey, Folding engine crane, Supertracker, Laser wheel alignment system, 2 Post vehicle lift ramp, Launch, SWL 3200 kg, 2x Automotech 2 post vehicle lift ramp 3500 kg and various other tools.

Trading Hours

Monday - Friday 9 am - 6 pm, closed Saturdays and Sundays.

Staff

The business is run by the vendors only who are both MOT testers.

Turnover

Full financial information can be disclosed to seriously interested applicants on viewing the business.

Business Rates

The premises is subject to a rateable value of £9,800 resulting in Zero business rates payable, should small business rate relief apply to a purchaser.

Legal Costs

Each party to be responsible for their own, with the landlords legal cost to be split 50/50.

Disclaimer

Whilst every care is taken to ensure that these particulars are correct, accuracy is no way guaranteed and none of the information supplied forms part of any contract. Acceptance of these particulars constitutes a contract to the effect that all negotiations for the business or property will be made through Gilbert & Rose otherwise the purchaser will be equally responsible with the vendor for damages equal to the amount of our commission.