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The average payment time of 42 days for MOTOR REPAIR NETWORK LTD indicates a consistent trend of payments extending beyond typical 30-day terms. With 49% of invoices settled between 31 and 60 days, the trajectory clearly points towards payments generally occurring in the second month after billing.
While 96% of payments are completed within 60 days, the 16% late payment rate introduces a degree of unpredictability regarding strict adherence to agreed-upon terms. However, the low 4% of payments exceeding 60 days suggests extreme delays are infrequent, offering reasonable reliability for the majority of transactions.
Suppliers should anticipate an average payment cycle of 42 days, with a high probability of settlement within the 31-60 day window. To manage the moderate risk from the 16% late rate, it is advisable to establish clear payment terms reflecting this extended cycle or consider implementing specific late payment clauses.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | 30 Apr 2026 | 26 | 83% | 15% | 2% | 8% |
| 01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 2025 | 25 Oct 2025 | 31 | 73% | 25% | 2% | 12% |
| 01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | 30 Apr 2025 | 37 | 54% | 44% | 2% | 12% |
| 01 Apr 2024 - 30 Sept 2024 | 30 Oct 2024 | 42 | 47% | 49% | 4% | 16% |
| 01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 | 29 Apr 2024 | 41 | 52% | 33% | 15% | 19% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Our standard payment terms are 60 days from which the invoice is processed. There are variations on this dependant on the location of the supplier and the type of work undertaken and are agreed with the supplier when their contract is signed.
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
60
The company is committed to dealing with supplier queries in a fair, professional and timely manner. Before an invoice is entered onto the general ledger it was be approved by the appropriate manager. If an invoice is queried it is returned to the supplier by our transactional finance team. The query explanation is logged against the invoice to keep track of progress when reconciling the supplier account. The company has a pool of network managers who will assist with any queries with suppliers.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Motor Repair Network Ltd has rebranded and now trades as Activate Collision Solutions, part of the wider Activate Group following its merger with Avant Repair Network. The business manages UK-wide motor collision repair networks for insurers and fleets, covering car and van repair, premium and supercar repair, and commercial vehicle repair through partnered and group-owned bodyshops. It also delivers end-to-end motor claims management, from first notification of loss through to repair completion, including triage, third-party intervention and vehicle recovery, supported by an in-house claims management system offering automated workflows, AI-powered triage and real-time reporting for insurer clients.
Generated from the company's website and Companies House records. Sources: motorrepairnetwork.com · motorrepairnetwork.com