The Best Way for Garages to Increase Workshop Revenue
Are you a workshop owner eager to increase revenue? One of the most underestimated avenues for revenue growth is the strategic investment in opening an MOT Station. In this article, we will delve into all the reasons why investing in an MOT Bay can not only ensure mandatory compliance for all drivers but also serve as a powerful addition to your workshop for boosting revenue.
Mandatory Service for All Drivers
As every driver is aware, an annual MOT test is a mandatory requirement for all vehicles 3 years old or older. It is not a simple routine check; it is an important legal obligation that must be done. This means that regardless of economic conditions or personal finance situations, an MOT must be done annually. Without a valid MOT certificate, you are legally not allowed to drive your vehicle unless it is to your MOT appointment. As this is a legal requirement, integrating an MOT Bay into your workshop can allow you to tap into this consistent demand, creating a reliable income stream.
Upselling Opportunities
It is more than a legal requirement to get an MOT test done, it is the perfect golden opportunity for garage owners to sell additional services. As you or your mechanics identify potential issues during the MOT testing process, you can recommend and perform additional repairs. Not only does this ensure an immediate solution to the identified problems, but this can also boost your per-customer revenue!
Diverse Your Services
Due to this obligatory rule, having an MOT bay in your garage allows you to diversify your services. Very commonly, drivers often prefer a one-stop shop for their automotive needs, what better to have everything under one roof? Not only this, being able to cater for all vehicles whether that’s passenger vehicles, motorcycles, vans or more, the ability to conduct MOT testing alongside other maintenance and repair services positions your garage in a comprehensive solution, attracting a huge customer base.
Competitive Advantage
The automotive industry is always growing therefore, it’s crucial as a business you stand out. MOT testing sets your garage apart from others, signalling to customers that you offer a variety of services and compliant solutions to their automotive needs. This competitive edge is a fantastic factor choosing where to take their vehicles for services and repairs. Not only that, as customers know you are a garage that can their automotive requirements, it establishes a positive word of mouth, building great trust with your customers.
In summary, the addition of MOT Testing to your workshop goes beyond meeting just a legal requirement. It becomes a vital way to increase sustainable revenue growth; an MOT Bay is an investment that pays itself in multiple ways! Are you ready to transform your garage’s revenue potential? Explore the possibilities a MOT Bay can offer, contact us today to start this strategic investment and propel your workshop to success! Our team can supply, install and project manage it from start to completion. Get in touch with our team of experts and begin your MOT journey now! Call 020 3820 2371 or email sales@v-techuk.com.
Why Should You Rely on V-Tech for Your MOT Project Management?
Have you got an upcoming MOT Station project coming up? Our team have over 50 years of combined experience, allowing the ability to project manage your brand-new MOT station fully. We have a dedicated team of highly experienced MOT specialists and project managers who work endlessly with workshops step by step, ensuring MOT set-ups run smoothly from start to finish. Keep reading to discover the amazing benefits of choosing us for your MOT Project Management!
Site Survey’s
The first and one of the most crucial steps in MOT Project Management is conducting a site survey. After initial enquiry, we employ one of our experts in your workshop area to assess your site. This ensures that each phase of the project is tailored to your specific requirements, leading to a more efficient process. After a site survey has been carried out, our in-house sales team can provide you with an accurate quote.
Planning & CAD Drawing
The next step in your MOT Project Management is designing your MOT set-up. We use cutting-edge CAD (Computer-Aided Design) technology to create detailed drawings of your brand-new MOT station. These drawings serve as a blueprint for the entire project, allowing clarity on the layout and positioning on MOT equipment. This step ensures that installation is flawless and adheres to the DVSA standards.
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DVSA Application Support
One of the most difficult steps in this process may be your VT01 DVSA application. This task can be time-consuming and complex which commonly can become extremely stressful for workshop owners. We offer immense support in assisting and helping you prepare for this vital documentation. This ensures a more streamlined experience, cutting back time and avoiding potential delays and complications. After this application has been approved, you can begin testing in your MOT station.
Groundworks and Electrics
We take our project management to a whole other level. We are unique in arranging essential groundwork and electrical arrangements. This comprehensive service the burden on your end. We really mean it when we say we go above and beyond for our customers, always ensuring a hassle-free and efficient experience every time.
Delivery & Installation
Now that you have your essential groundworks and electrics done, we can now proceed with your MOT set-up, delivery and installation can take place. We pride ourselves in top-notch punctuality and professionalism, ensuring that your MOT equipment reaches the site on schedule. Our very own team of highly experienced engineers will install your equipment promptly.
Training
Once your equipment is finally installed, we recognise utilising MOT equipment requires proper training. V-Tech provides comprehensive training for your staff. This ensures your staff and you are familiar with the equipment and are well aware of how to operate it. This investment in training enhances the overall efficiency of your MOT station, contributing to the longevity of the equipment.
Aftercare & Servicing
After delivery and installation, we don’t walk away there. Our company is dedicated to provide ongoing aftercare and servicing to ensure the best possible maintenance of your MOT equipment. We specialise in providing maintenance services to suit a wide range of MOT equipment. Reliance on workshop equipment to generate revenue, and increased health & safety legislation means that more and more workshop owners are realising the benefits of planned preventative maintenance packages. Our service packages are designed to suit all of our MOT equipment options. We aim to cover all of your equipment with one convenient, cost-effective package. Packages we offer include services such as Servicing, Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, Calibrations and Equipment.
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Neil Causer, owner of N&J Autocare in St Helens chose V-Tech UK for the project management, supply and installation for their Class 4 MOT Bay. Neil took over an existing MOT station that had closed down and was recommended to us by MOT Expert who carried out his MOT tester training.
What sets this project apart is the need for speed, with the help of our customer Neil and our fantastic team, we were able to get this project completed within 6 weeks of Neil’s initial enquiry. As this customer had taken the keys and started to pay rent for the building, the clock was ticking and we were up for the challenge to prevent lost revenue and opportunities for Neil.
We visited the site shortly after Neil’s enquiry to measure up and identify the specific equipment needs for the bay to become a reality, CAD drawings were made and paperwork was prepared. The very first milestone was completing the VT01 application, a critical document required by the DVSA to set up an MOT Station. This was completed in an impressive 48 hours. The rapidity didn’t stop there, approval from the DVSA came in around 14 days, a process that can take weeks or even months.
Following this, our service & warehouse team organised delivery and installation in line with Neil’s requirements and the installation was complete within just 2 days.
The equipment installed for N&J Autocare consisted of the following:
- Ravaglioli Class 4 ATL 4 Post Lift
- BM7110 – BM Autoteknik Class 4 Non-ATL MTS Connected Brake Tester
- Majorlift 2T Manual Jacking Beam
- V-Tech Analogue Headlamp Aligner
- V-Tech Combi – MTS Connected Exhaust Gas Analyser & Diesel Smoke Meter
Not only do our team ensure we can meet rapid deadlines for MOT projects like this, but we’re also very passionate about ensuring we offer our customers the most cost-effective way of making their dream MOT Station come to life. With this said, we always do our best to see if past groundworks can work in our favour, and try to source equipment which will fit into existing holes. Luckily for Neil this was the case here, and we were able to help Neil save on additional groundworks by supplying a BM7110 Brake Tester which was able to simply slot straight into the existing recess, saving Neil and his business thousands of pounds.
Neil’s journey from an initial recommendation to a functioning MOT Station in a mere six weeks highlights the power of efficient project management, dedication, planning and the ability to overcome hurdles swiftly. It’s a testament to how a motivated team can make the impossible, possible! This project serves as an inspiration for those in the industry, showing that with the right strategy, commitment, and a dash of good fortune, remarkable accomplishments can be achieved in record time. With the thanks of Neil’s ambition and our incredible team’s hard work, Neil’s journey from an empty facility to an operational Class 4 MOT Bay is a shining example of how persistence and efficiency can transform dreams into reality, even when racing against the clock!
Neil has sent special thanks to our team since the supply and install and has recommended V-Tech as being a ‘very good company’ to work with for any MOT Bay needs.
Are you looking to set up an MOT Station? Our team can supply, install and project manage it from start to completion. Get in touch with our team of experts and begin your MOT journey now! Call 0208 498 1288 or email sales@v-techuk.com.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK invested in V-Tech’s Class 4 ATL Bay. The vehicle manufacturing plant at Burnaston in Derbyshire use their premises to service all of their used Toyota vehicles.
The car motor business sells their vehicles to hire and lease companies. However, once the vehicle is de-fleeted Toyota re-introduce these vehicles back into their dealer network and these vehicles are sold as ‘Approved Used Toyota Vehicle’.
The business, found that after the pandemic it was proven more and more difficult to source brand new vehicles for their customers. Therefore, by re-introducing the cars that have previously been hired out allowed Toyota to still be able to offer their customers a fantastic vehicle that could be available sooner rather than later. As not only have we seen that newer cars are harder to source, but delivery dates are far longer than normal, with customers having to wait months for their new vehicle to even be in the country.
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As standard, Toyota ensure that all vehicles handed back by the hire companies are returned into the used Toyota network same standard as a new vehicle and carry out a PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection) and a full MOT. This is to ensure that the vehicles they are re-selling through their approved used car network are as good as new.
The business now has the ability to carry out the MOT themselves in-house with our Class 4 ATL Bay. This allows them to have full control of the vehicles MOT testing ensuring that the test is done professionally and accurately by their very own Toyota Approved Mechanics. By being able to carry out MOT tests in-house also allows them to ensure that the tests are done within a timely manner to ensure that vehicles are ready for immediate dispatch to their customers.
Benefits of investing in your own MOT Bay for servicing your own fleet/vehicles include:
- Full control of your vehicles
- Ability to reduce vehicle downtime (as you decide how long your vehicle is off the road for and when)
- Cut costs of external MOT testing
- Ensure that the test has been done professionally and efficiently
- No need to try to book in with an external business who may not be able to fit you in when needed
At V-Tech we offer a huge range of MOT Bay configurations to suit your exact workshop space. Here’s what’s included in our Class 4 ATL Bay, which was the perfect fit for Toyota.
OMA-EV45JC – 4.5T Class 4 ATL Scissor Lift
Class 4 ATL DVSA MTS Connected Brake Tester
VT2401/UK/R – DVSA Approved Headlamp Tester
OMA-542B.04 – 2T Manual Jacking Beam
DVSA MTS Connected Gas Analyser & Smoke Meter
MOT Ancillary Pack including connected Brake Meter
Interested in investing in an MOT Bay for your workshop or business? Call 0208 498 1288 or email sales@v-techuk.com
V-Tech Supplied & Installed an ATL Pit for a family-run dealership
MOT Bays – Case Study
Client: Autoveto
Location: London
Product: Class 7 ATL Bay
V-Tech was delighted to supply and install a class 1,2,4,5L & 7 ATL Pit Package along with a 7.5m Steel Fabricated Pit, Epoxy Resin Floor & Phased Converter from 1ph to 3ph for Autoveto, a family-run dealership based in London.
The company was looking for a speedy but professional installation of the ATL equipment from V-Tech and some key additional work as mentioned.
For this project, we offered a turn-key solution for the customer, which consists of arranging and consulting with builders, electricians, flooring contractors, and suppliers from the start to the end of this project.
We also helped the client with their VT01 DVSA application and completed part D of the application once work was completed on-site. V-Tech was present on the sign-off day with the DVLA to ensure a smooth project completion!
The V-Tech ATL Pit Package was supplied with the following equipment;
- Radius plates – MOT class 4 & 7
- Play Detector
- Jacking Beam – MOT class 7, manually operated, 2 tonnes
- Head Beam Setter – analogical lux meter, a mirror visor, H base with double rail and rotating column
- Brake Tester – hot-dipped galvanised chassis with durable gritted roller surfaces (3-year warranty)
- Combi Smoke and Gas Analyser – Fully PC based VOSA approved (5-year warranty)
We know that every garage’s needs are different, and therefore packages are fully customisable to suit varying requirements.
To discuss a no-fuss ATL Pit Package for your business, please get in touch.
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Global Multi-Million Pound Business, Serco Choose V-Tech Garage Equipment
MOT Bays – Case Study
Client: D F Naylor Limited
Location: Derbyshire
Product: Class 7 ATL Bay
V-Tech are pleased to announce that we have helped global multi-million-pound business, Serco after they invited us to tender for their latest workshop project. The business operates 11 workshops in and around the UK. They recently decided to combine two of their existing workshops into one to have one main site which caters for all types of commercial automotive services.
The two existing sites in Thetford and Dereham were equipped with a variety of commercial workshop equipment, which needed to be transported from both sites to the new main workshop in Watton, Norfolk. They also required additional workshop equipment which they didn’t have throughout the other two sites.
As leading garage equipment suppliers, we were able to supply Serco with premium quality workshop equipment for their new build. This included our BM20200 Commercial Mobile Brake Tester, Headlamp Aligner & Exhaust Extraction. We also arranged for a sub-contractor to assist with the transportation of the workshop equipment at their other sites and the full installation of their latest investments. This full installation also included full electrical services to the workshop and even provided top-quality resin pouring services to deliver a high finish epoxy floor.
We completed the whole project within 4 weeks from initial enquiry. During this time, we visited the site to understand the needs of the business, created a CAD drawing for the new workshop layout, appointed a sub-contractor to assist in the transportation of goods and the install of equipment, and project managed the entire project from start to finish.
Daniel Taylor-Webb, UK National Workshop Manager says “V-Tech have provided us with many services over past years. Overall, I am very happy with the service that V-Tech provides, no complaints and I hope that there will be many more to come!”
Do you have a workshop project coming up? Contact our V-Tech team today to find out more about how we can assist you and provide you with the very best quality garage equipment.
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Viktor’s Autocare boosts customer satisfaction with garage equipment refresh
MOT Bays – Case Study
Client: Viktor’s Autocare
Location: Swansea
Product: Class 4 MOT Bay
Our professional V-Tech engineers have been busy working at Viktor’s Autocare to professionally install a fully equipped class 4 MOT bay.
Viktor’s Autocare, located in Swansea Wales, specialise in selling cars and light motor vehicles. They also perform vehicle maintenance and provide cargo and vehicle transportation services.
Experiencing growth, the site expanded and found use as an MOT testing station. Growing from strength to strength, Director Viktor Velikov was eager to continue growing the MOT side of the business by expanding the current offering to customers, as well as refreshing what he currently had.
His equipment was in need of a refresh to ensure that his staff were able to continue providing high quality services – an essential element that Viktor knew would also have a positive impact on customer satisfaction.
V-Tech was consulted for help with the garage equipment refresh. One requirement was that all equipment needed to meet all DVSA regulations.
The following equipment, (that met all regulations), was delivered and installed for the garage:
- 524JC FOUR POST LIFT
- EWJ brake tester, MOT approved
- VT2401/UK/R Analogue Headlamp Aligner
- OMA-542B.04 Class 4, 2T, Manual Jacking Beam
- V-Tech Combi including Opus 40 Gas Analyser and Opus 100 Smoke Meter
- VT-ANC-ATL Ancillary Pack
V-Tech was happy to help support the continuing growth of Viktor’s Autocare, and even more pleased that Viktor and his staff were pleased with their new garage tech!
Need an equipment refresh?
Arrange a hassle-free site visit with our team by calling 0800 327 7262 or enquire with our expert team.
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The Number of MOT Stations Increases
MOT Bays – Case Study
Client: D F Naylor Limited
Location: Derbyshire
Product: Class 7 ATL Bay
V-Tech have supplied a premium quality Class 7 ATL Bay to D F Naylor Limited. The Derbyshire based workshop decided they wanted to invest in the amazing Class 7 ATL Bay package in order to become the go to MOT station in Ashbourne, Derbyshire.
Why workshops decide to become an MOT Station
The ATL Bay included the BM4010 Brake Tester by BM, headlamp aligner and other high-quality equipment as listed below. V-Tech took care of the project management which allowed D F Naylor to sit back, relax and watch their MOT Bay come together. Our package goes further than the equipment we provide. We help workshops with their VT01 application, workshop space assessment, and much more. We supply specific converters to suit workshops’ electrical needs. At this workshop we supplied a phase converter to turn the BM brake tester into single phase.
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What are the benefits of investing in our ATL Bays?
- Automated Test Lanes are more labour efficient
- Offer a service that vehicle owners will always need
- Increase workshop revenue
- V-Tech have the ability to supply/ install all configurations of MOT equipment
- UK MOT aftercare service available
- Flexible finance options available on a range of MOT equipment (dependent on approval)
- We provide advice & guidance of AIP (Agreement in Principle)
- We create a CAD drawing of the site plan
- Best in class equipment
- Equipment that is one uniform colour
- Manufactured in Europe
- Trusted by the automotive industry
What’s included in our Class 7 ATL Bay:
- OMA-526JCL5 – 4 Post Lift, 5T, 5.7m Platform including Play Detectors & Radius Plates
- BM4010 – ATL Brake Tester
- VT2401/D/UK/R – Manual Headlamp Aligner
- 542R.04 – 3T Manual Jacking Beam
- Opus 40 Gas Analyser & Opus 100 Smoke Meter
- Trolley with PC Equipment to run Brake Tester & Emissions Software
- ATL Ancillary Pack
We have an experienced in-house projects team to help you with your potential MOT station. To enquire contact us today:
Call: 0208 498 1288
Email: sales@v-techuk.com
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V-Tech MOT equipment introduced at Glasgow Workshop
MOT Bays – Case Study
Client: K&C Tyres
Location: Glasgow
Product: Class 4 ATL Bay
K&C Tyres decided to invest in our high-quality Class 4 ATL (Authorised Testing Lane) Bay in order to offer MOT services to customers in the Glasgow area. Our V-Tech team project managed the ATL Bay from start to finish, which included creating initial sketches to detailed drawings as well as the VT01 application. The workshop needed reliable garage equipment that is long-lasting and a team with extensive experience.
The Class 4 ATL Bay included:
- ATL Connected Brake Tester
- VT2401/D/UK/R- Headlamp Aligner
- Opus 40 Gas Analyser & Opus 100 Smoke meter
- ATL Ancillary Pack
- Trolley with PC Equipment to Run Brake tester & Emissions Software
Reasons to become an MOT Station
- Increase potential workshop revenue by offering more MOT services to your customers
- Become the go-to MOT station in your area
- You will not have to refer customers to other garages because you will have all of the garage equipment needed to carry out MOT tests
Why choose V-Tech?
- Competitive finance can be arranged
- We’ll assist you with your application by assessing workshop space, important documents that are needed + more! (Depending on your package)
- Our equipment comes with full DVSA approval
- Various MOT configurations are available
- Our package comes with an ATL ancillary pack!
- We offer aftercare support
- Fully project managed
- CAD drawings available
- All equipment is one uniform colour
- Full groundworks (additional price is applicable- subject so site survey)
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Investing in an MOT bay at a perfect time!
MOT Bays – Case Study
Client: Bargeddie Auto Services
Location: Glasgow
Product: BM 4010 & ATL MOT Bay (Class 4
We are pleased to announce that we have installed a full MOT Bay at Bargeddie Auto Services. Bargeddie Auto Services is an passenger workshop in Glasgow which are known to provide professional automotive services such as MOT’s, vehicle repairs and more.
Robert Mooney, Workshop Owner decided to invest in their own MOT bay from V-Tech, as the workshop was currently outsourcing this service to another local garage. The workshop themselves did not have the appropriate garage equipment to perform MOT tests in-house but now the garage has their own fully functioning bay to perform the legal service. By investing in their own MOT testing equipment, they will harvest more profit margin and can now offer complete vehicle services.
The workshop couldn’t have chosen a better time to become an MOT Test Centre as the demand for MOT’s is significantly high at the moment due to the Covid-19 mot extension regulations.
V-Tech were able to assist the workshop with the full MOT bay solution from the supply, right through to the installation as well as successfully and safely carrying out full in-depth training on the garage equipment. See below a full list of the MOT equipment which was successfully supplied and installed.
- 4 post OMA 4 tonne lift with play detectors
- OMA jacking beam
- 2401ukr headlight tester
- BM 4010 brake tester
- Opus 40/100 combi unit (gas and smoke)
- Mot tools board
- Turnkey instruments decelerometer
V-Tech offer a range of professional, high quality MOT bays and equipment. See below for a break down of all of the MOT configurations we offer.
Robert Mooney, Workshop Owner said ‘I was searching online for a full MOT bay for our workshop and came across V-Tech who were the cheapest for the equipment I needed. The whole process from me getting a quote to the equipment being delivered and installed was relatively quick and the team were really helpful. It’s good that they can install the equipment as well as supply it because normally I have to ring around to try and find someone who can fit it for me, so it saved a lot of time. I’ve already recommended V-Tech to other workshops’.
We offer various specifications to suit your workshop needs, along with flexible finance to suit your business circumstances.
Contact our team for a bespoke on-site quote.