Business Details
45 Years
experience
Trusted Auto Repair Services in Croydon
Established in 1981, PD Motors has built a reputation as a trusted independent garage serving Croydon and surrounding areas. Our focus on professionalism, transparency, and quality workmanship sets us apart from national chains. We offer comprehensive automotive services including MOT testing, car servicing, engine management, and body repairs, using OEM parts and modern diagnostic equipment. Our small team of skilled mechanics undergoes continuous training to stay current with evolving vehicle technologies.We prioritise honesty in all recommendations, ensuring only necessary work is performed. As a Which? Trusted Trader, we maintain strong local ties and provide personalised service from initial consultation to final delivery. Our commitment to customer satisfaction has sustained us through decades of industry changes.
Services
MOT Testing
Car Servicing
Engine Management
Car Body Repairs
Tyre Replacement
Brake Repairs
Air Conditioning Servicing
Wheel Alignment
Vehicle Diagnostics
Accident Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in automotive repair and servicing
- Our team consists of certified mechanics with ongoing technical training
- We provide transparent diagnostics and only recommend necessary work
- Our Which? Trusted Trader accreditation demonstrates proven reliability
- We offer comprehensive services from MOTs to body repairs under one roof
Associations and certifications
- Which? Trusted Trader
What people say
Honest recommendations
Quality workmanship
Personalised service
Competitive pricing
Expert technicians
Services
MOT Testing
As a DVSA-approved testing centre, we conduct comprehensive MOT inspections for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. Our honest assessments identify issues before they become critical failures. We provide free re-tests for vehicles requiring repairs at our garage, helping Croydon motorists maintain legal compliance and road safety while avoiding unnecessary costs.
Car Servicing
We offer full annual and interim servicing according to manufacturer guidelines. Our technicians use modern diagnostic equipment to assess vehicle condition, ensuring optimal performance and preserving warranty validity. Regular servicing improves fuel efficiency, extends vehicle lifespan, and maintains resale value through documented maintenance history.
Car Body Repairs
Our fully equipped bodyshop handles accident damage and cosmetic repairs using professional-grade equipment. We perform full and partial resprays with perfect colour matching, along with wheel refurbishment and dent removal. The low-bake oven technology ensures faster drying times and environmentally friendly paint application for showroom-quality finishes.
Brake Repairs
We diagnose and repair all braking system components using main dealer quality parts. Our technicians identify wear indicators like unusual noises or vibrations during braking. We maintain proper brake function to ensure safety compliance and prevent costly damage from failing components, with visual inspections included in routine servicing.
Wheel Alignment
Our specialist equipment corrects wheel alignment issues that cause uneven tyre wear and handling problems. We service passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and 4x4s, addressing symptoms like vehicle pulling to one side or steering wheel vibration. Proper alignment extends tyre lifespan and improves fuel efficiency through reduced rolling resistance.
Questions
What MOT services do you offer?
We provide Class IV MOT testing for cars, light commercial vehicles, and 4x4s. Our DVSA-approved inspectors offer free re-tests for repairs completed at our garage, with clear explanations of any failure points.
Do you handle car body repairs?
Yes, our fully equipped bodyshop performs accident repairs, resprays, and cosmetic restoration using professional-grade equipment and water-based paints for environmentally friendly finishes.
What servicing options are available?
We offer full annual servicing (every 12 months/12,000 miles) and interim servicing (every 6 months/6,000 miles) to maintain vehicle performance and warranty validity.
Are your mechanics qualified?
Our team consists of experienced technicians undergoing continuous training to maintain expertise with modern vehicle technologies and diagnostic systems.
Do you offer tyre services?
We supply and fit quality tyres with free fitting, balancing, and wheel alignment checks. Our technicians advise on legal tread depths and replacement requirements.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 8:30am-6:00pm. Appointments can be booked by calling 02086 842002 during operating hours.
