VERTU MOTORS (VMC) LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
65Fair
0.5vs last year
#2713 in UK
#163 in Travel And Transportation
#39 in North East

Company Information

Company Number
00694464
Registered Address
Vertu House Fifth Avenue Business Park, Team Valley, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE11 0XA
Status
Active
Employee Count
400
Turnover
£225,363,000
EBITDA
£813,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
5 June 1961
Nature of Business
45111 - Sale of new cars and light motor vehicles
45200 - Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles
Industries
Travel And Transportation
Region
North East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
36 days
Shortest Period:1 days
Longest Period:365 days
Max Contractual:365 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
47%
31-60 Days
48%
After 60 Days
5%
Not Paid Within Terms11%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-03-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202506 Jun 20253540%54%6%10%
01 Mar 2024 - 31 Aug 202406 Jun 20253542%53%5%13%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202428 Mar 20243647%48%5%11%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202329 Mar 20233938%57%5%13%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202227 Sept 20223936%59%5%13%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202230 Mar 20224236%53%11%18%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202129 Sept 20214335%53%11%19%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202131 Mar 20214140%48%12%21%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202023 Sept 20204041%44%16%21%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201929 Mar 20193852%38%10%19%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Manufacturer vehicle purchases are typically paid 3 days from the date of registration but can have longer payment terms depending on specific manufacturer purchase arrangements. Standard terms for other suppliers are for payment to be made on the last working day of the month following the date of receipt of the invoice, although specific terms may exist where agreed with certain suppliers.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

365

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputed invoices are highlighted as soon as is practicable to the supplier for resolution. We endeavour to resolve the issue as quickly as possible and would, where appropriate, escalate to Account Managers to reach a resolution. When resolved, payment is made as soon as is practicable.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

VERTU MOTORS (VMC) LIMITED is a UK-based automotive retailer that operates a network of franchised motor dealerships across the country. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Gateshead, UK.

The main activities of VMC include the sale of new and used cars, as well as the provision of aftersales services such as repairs and maintenance. The company represents a wide range of well-known brands including Audi, BMW, Ford, and Volkswagen, among others.

VMC is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. This includes the use of energy-efficient technology in its dealerships, as well as promoting the use of electric and hybrid vehicles. The company also actively supports local communities through partnerships and charitable donations.

The key people at VMC include Robert Forrester, the Chief Executive Officer, and Karen Anderson, the Chief Financial Officer. They lead a team of over 6,000 employees across the company's 150 dealerships.

For more information on VMC and its services, customers can visit their website at www.vertumotors.com or contact their registered office at Vertu House, Kingsway North, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 0JH. Overall, VMC is a reputable and sustainable automotive retailer that continues to provide high-quality products and services to its customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£2,030,000
Net Worth
£26,731,000
Total Current Assets
£50,388,000
Total Current Liabilities
£24,415,000

Company Location