- Explain proper operation of vehicle systems to customers.
- Locate and repair frayed wiring, broken connections, or incorrect wiring, using ohmmeters, soldering irons, tape, or hand tools.
- Repair plumbing or propane gas lines, using caulking compounds and plastic or copper pipe.
- Confer with customers, read work orders, or examine vehicles needing repair to
Motor vehicle parts person | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Motor vehicle parts persons supply individuals, dealerships and garages with spare parts.
Motor vehicle parts persons typically work around 43 to 45 hours per week.
As a Motor vehicle parts person you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
- Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
- Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve
| Average salary |
| 30,163 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Motor vehicle parts person
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30,341 GBP
Average salary for part-time Motor vehicle parts person
Average salary for full-time Motor vehicle parts person
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18,565 GBP
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19,128 GBP
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30,163 GBP
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30,341 GBP
Salary over time for Motor vehicle parts person
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25,633 GBP
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25,708 GBP
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26,988 GBP
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27,647 GBP
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28,410 GBP
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29,020 GBP
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30,163 GBP
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28,808 GBP
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30,106 GBP
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Future outlook for Motor vehicle parts persons
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Balanced outlook
2% yearly wage growth (on average)
Balanced outlook
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Things to highlight for your Motor vehicle parts person interview
Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Social Orientation Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
