Autoparts UK

What Autoparts UK does

Autoparts UK is a UK-based automotive core supplier and catalyst processor operating from a factory in Godalming near London, with a second factory supporting expanded operations. The company runs a dual-function business: it supplies used OEM core components (transmissions, alternators, starter motors, clutches, turbochargers, injectors, EGR valves, steering racks, DPFs, and increasingly hybrid/BEV systems) to remanufacturers globally, while simultaneously purchasing catalytic converters, DPF substrate dust, and catalyst monolith dust from UK garages and vehicle specialists for precious metal refining through its subsidiary Auto Parts Precious Metals UK Ltd. A 7-vehicle fleet provides same-day and next-day collection across South East England covering nine counties.

The company's underlying technology stack centers on its proprietary Flash-clean DPF cleaning system (pre-heated chemical solution with pulsated pressure and adaptive software covering all DPF/catalyst types including HGVs, commercial vans, buses, Euro 6 and SCRs) and in-house analytical and sampling technologies for accurate precious metal content grading of catalytic converters. Quality control is enforced through a rigorous rating system applied during purchase, stocking, and sales procedures, with over 5,000 OE references and 30,000 pieces regularly available from stock.

Revenue is generated through five primary streams: one-time sales of core components listed by OE number to global remanufacturers, transaction-fee based purchasing and refining of catalytic converters and DPFs, professional DPF cleaning services with same-day Surrey/Sussex and next-day UK-wide turnaround, in-house starter motor and alternator repair services for vintage/marine/plant/commercial applications, and catalyst monolith dust purchasing. The company is privately held by founder Ross Barnes with no external funding, holds Environment Agency permits for catalytic converter processing, Upper Tier Waste Carrier registration, and Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 compliance, and serves four primary customer segments: global automotive remanufacturers, UK garages and motor factors, vehicle specialists and truck/bus operators, and fleet operators requiring DPF maintenance services.

Name

Autoparts UK

Legal name

Auto Parts UK LTD

Website

https://auto-parts-uk.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Autoparts UK is a UK-based automotive core supplier that sells used OEM components (transmissions, clutches, turbos, steering racks, DPFs) to remanufacturers globally and purchases catalytic converters and DPFs from South East England garages for precious metal refining, supplemented by DPF cleaning and rotating electrics repair services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Parts Recycling and Remanufacturing

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Parts (Used) Merchant Wholesalers (42314), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320), Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (33631), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (33632), Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3363)

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies (5010), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

Starter, Alternator & Motor/Generator Rebuild/Remanufacturing (TLAKALAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Clutch, Torque Converter & Flywheel Rebuild/Remanufacturing (TLAKALAL), Fuel System Component Rebuild/Remanufacturing (Injectors, Pumps, Common Rail) (TLAKALAF), Electric Drive Units & E-Axles Rebuild/Remanufacturing (EV/Hybrid) (TLAKALAH), Aftermarket Exhaust & Emissions Components Manufacturing (Mufflers/Catalysts/DPF/EGR) (IMACANAE), Driveline Components Rebuild/Remanufacturing (Driveshafts, U-joints, CV joints) (TLAKALAD)

Keywords

• Automotive core supplier
• Remanufactured parts supply
• Catalytic converter recycling
• DPF cleaning service
• Rotating electrics remanufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Godalming

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Core Component Sales: Supply of core automotive components (transmissions, alternators, starter motors, clutches, turbochargers, injectors, EGR valves, steering racks, DPFs) for remanufacturing purposes to global customers. Revenue generated through one-time sales of core parts listed by OE number.
2. Catalytic Converter and DPF Purchasing and Refining: Purchase of used catalytic converters and DPFs from garages and vehicle specialists, processing them to extract precious metals (platinum, palladium, rhodium). Revenue derived from the refined precious metal content.
3. DPF Cleaning Service: Professional DPF cleaning service for all diesel vehicles including same-day service in Surrey/Sussex and next-day service throughout UK. Offers discounted rates to trade and fleet customers.
4. Starter Motor and Alternator Repair Services: Repair and remanufacture of starter motors and alternators for vintage, marine, plant, and commercial applications. Cost-effective alternative to replacement parts.
5. Catalyst Monolith Dust Purchasing: Purchase of damaged catalytic converters and catalyst pieces, including monolith dust, for recycling purposes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Autoparts UK supplies OEM automotive core components (transmissions, alternators, starter motors, clutches, turbochargers, injectors, EGR valves, steering racks, DPFs) to remanufacturers worldwide and purchases used cores and catalytic converters from UK garages and vehicle specialists for in-house precious metal refining. It also operates on-site remanufacturing services including clutches, rotating electrics repair, and a proprietary Flash-clean DPF cleaning service. A 7-vehicle fleet provides South East England collections and same-day/next-day DPF turnaround.

Product overview

Autoparts UK operates as a dual-function automotive parts business combining core component supply with catalyst processing. The company supplies OEM core parts (transmissions, turbos, alternators, starter motors, steering components, injectors) for remanufacturing to global customers, while simultaneously purchasing and processing catalytic converters, DPFs, and related dust materials for precious metal refining. Their on-site services include DPF cleaning, starter motor/alternator repair, and catalyst sampling and processing. The core parts supply and catalyst purchasing/processing operations function as the two main product lines, supported by增值 services including same-day/next-day delivery and live metal pricing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Auto Parts Precious Metals UK Ltd: Subsidiary specializing in catalytic converter recycling, precious metals processing, and catalyst purchasing across the South East UK region.

Products and services

• Core Components for Remanufacture Global supply of used OEM core components including transmissions, alternators, calipers, starter motors, clutch kits, diesel pumps, DSGs, EGR valves, electronic and hydraulic steering pumps and racks, gearbox actuators, injectors, aircon pumps, turbos, and hybrid/BEV systems to automotive remanufacturers worldwide. Parts are listed by OE number and application.
• Core Components Purchasing Service
• Catalytic Converter Purchasing
• Catalyst Monolith Dust Purchasing
• DPF Substrate Dust Purchasing
• DPF Cleaning Service
• Starter Motor and Alternator Repair Service
• Catalyst Processing and Sampling

Quantifiable outcome

• DPF filters restored to original factory efficiency
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Auto Parts Precious Metals UK LimitedcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSubsidiary company operating as the catalyst refining and precious metals processing division of Auto Parts UK. Processes catalytic converters and DPFs using in-house laboratory and analytical technology. Operates under the same corporate umbrella with shared branding and facilities.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Klarius Products: UK and European manufacturer of aftermarket exhausts, catalytic converters, and DPFs, with a broader product portfolio and OEM-grade production capabilities that overlap with Autoparts UK's catalyst and DPF lines.
• Valeo: Global automotive Tier 1 supplier with significant rotating electrics and emissions product lines; comparable to Autoparts UK's remanufacturing and catalyst processing scope but embedded in OEM rather than aftermarket channels.
• LKQ Corporation: Global aftermarket automotive parts distributor and recycler; overlaps with Autoparts UK in used core procurement and remanufactured parts supply but operates at vastly greater scale and geographic reach.
• Euro Car Parts (LKQ): Largest UK motor factor distributor, part of LKQ Corporation, supplying aftermarket parts and cores to UK garages at significantly larger scale than Autoparts UK but serving an overlapping customer base.

Regional players

• Motor Parts Direct: UK motor factor chain distributing automotive parts to garages and trade customers; competes for the same UK garage and trade customer base that Autoparts UK collects cores from.
• FPS Distribution: UK wholesale motor factor distributor supplying parts to garages and trade workshops; a comparable channel participant serving the same UK garage ecosystem for parts and cores.

Direct peers

• BM Catalysts: UK-based manufacturer and distributor of catalytic converters, DPFs, and exhaust components, with a comparable product line spanning aftermarket emissions and OE-grade replacement units for passenger and commercial vehicles.
• BBA Reman: UK-based automotive remanufacturer specializing in steering, braking, and rotating electrics, directly comparable to Autoparts UK's on-site remanufacturing of clutches, alternators, and starter motors.
• EEC Catalyst: UK specialist in catalytic converter processing and precious metal recovery, serving a similar garage and motor factor supplier base in the UK with comparable regulatory and refining requirements.

Others

• PMG (Precious Metals Group): UK precious metals refiner and catalytic converter processor, comparable to Autoparts UK's Auto Parts Precious Metals UK subsidiary in processing capability and supplier base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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