From Dubai supercars to the Isle of Wight: new MOT business

Northwood Autocentre will offer MOTs, servicing, alignment and preparation for races. <i>(Image: Contributed)</i>
Northwood Autocentre will offer MOTs, servicing, alignment and preparation for races. (Image: Contributed)
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A new Isle of Wight MOT and vehicle servicing centre has opened its doors at the former Philips Fine Foods site in Northwood.

Northwood Autocentre, on Newport Road, is now up and running, offering MOTs, servicing and repairs.

Owners Julian and Jocelyn Griffin bring decades of experience to the business, with Julian previously owning MOT providers in the Midlands, and working with supercars in Dubai, including for the Sheikhs. 

Julian said: "We're offering MOTs and servicing. You can lay on the floor of the garage without getting dirty - that's the way we work.

Richard Quigley MP opened the garageRichard Quigley MP opened the garage (Image: Contributed)

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"We know how to do an alignment on a car, and we don't mind a bit of car restoration and classic cars.

"We will have a look at anything."

The site stocks tyres, batteries, wiper blades, oils and builds, and also offers a collection and delivery service.

Richard Quigley, MP for Isle of Wight West, opened the new business.

He said: "It’s always great to see new businesses set up, and I look forward to Northwood Autocentre being a huge success — providing great service and well-paid, skilled jobs."

Northwood Autocentre is open from 8.30am until 5.30 from Monday to Friday, and 8.30am to 1.30pm on Saturday.

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