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Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in the UK - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Jonas Kao Jonas Kao London, United Kingdom Last Updated: July 2025 SIC UK-G453

Revenue

£341.7bn

2025-26

£354.2bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

£XX.Xbn

Employees

1m

Businesses

428k

Wages

£XX.Xbn

Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in the UK industry analysis

The Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling and Retailing industry’s revenue is forecast to climb at a compound annual rate of 1.6% over the five years through 2025 to reach €341.7 billion, with revenue expected to hike by 0.6% in 2025. The number of vehicles on European roads is rising across the board, providing a strong and consistent revenue stream for many wholesalers and retailers.

Trends and Insights

  • Aftermarket demand is set to climb as new hybrids hit the road. More vehicles out there means more need for replacement parts, especially those tailor-made for the unique components found in hybrid models.
  • Customers expect high-quality, lightweight and sustainable materials. Given the safety, comfort and performance requirements, wholesalers and retailers focus on stocking the best products.
  • The industry is highly diverse, with numerous competitive opportunities. While major companies have operations in most European markets, small companies can target niche areas and thrive in areas of high concentration.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

The market size of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom is £341.7bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

There are 428k businesses in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom, which has grown at a CAGR of 8.0 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom has been growing at a CAGR of 2.7 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom is expected to grow.

What does the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom include?

Body panels and bumpers and Miscellaneous products are part of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom.

How competitive is the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom?

The level of competition is high and increasing in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in the United Kingdom.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Regulations relating to safety and environmental standards are stringent. Wholesalers and retailers must ensure their car parts comply with the intense regulatory environment, which can be complex and costly.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in the UK industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Profit varies between wholesalers and retailers. The product mix holds considerable weight on profit, with those that stock high-margin products benefitting from higher profitability.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in the UK industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

Methodology

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