- Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
- Confer with
Motor mechanic | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Motor mechanics repair and service cars and vans.
Motor mechanics typically work around 38 to 45 hours per week.
As a Motor mechanic you will typically work evenings / weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 30,136 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Motor mechanic
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30,136 GBP
Average salary for full-time Motor mechanic
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30,136 GBP
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Salary over time for Motor mechanic
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25,232 GBP
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26,503 GBP
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26,761 GBP
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27,372 GBP
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27,457 GBP
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27,719 GBP
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30,136 GBP
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26,885 GBP
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29,443 GBP
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Future outlook for Motor mechanics
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2% yearly wage growth (on average)
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57% chance of automation in the future Motor mechanic - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Motor mechanic and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Motor mechanic.
Repairing Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools
Equipment Maintenance Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed
Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Troubleshooting Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Motor mechanic. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Motor mechanic interview
Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Persistence Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. Independence Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical.
