Member spotlight – Grant’s MOT

Member spotlight – Grant’s MOT 

Operating for over 30 years in the heart of Inverness, Grant’s MOT is a family-run business led by Scott Grant.

Meet Scott Grant – Owner of Grant’s MOT

Scott comes from a family of mechanics and completed an apprenticeship with a well-known manufacturer, before joining an oil and gas company. Ten years later, he decided to leave his career in oil and gas and return to the family business. 

“After gaining valuable experience in my previous career, I felt it was the right time to return to the family business and contribute in a more hands-on way. The skills and perspectives I developed externally gave me a fresh outlook, and I wanted to use this to help the business grow while continuing the legacy my family has built.” says Scott Grant.

Grant’s MOT have been a member of the Scottish Motor Trade Association since 2021. 

“What I value most about the Scottish Motor Trade Association, is being part of a strong network where we can connect and learn from each other. Everyone in the network brings something valuable, and that shared knowledge benefits us all. In addition to the relationships and support, we also take advantage of the trading partners available through the Scottish Motor Trade Association and rely on them to manage our MOT QMS, which has been a great help to our operations.” 

Supporting and inspiring the local community

Not only does Grant’s MOT provide an excellent service for their customers, they also go above and beyond to support their local community. This year, they came up with the idea for a tech day for local children, and a car repair workshop for women to help build confidence and skills. 

“For me, it was really important to create something that gives back to the community. I noticed there wasn’t much out there that gave people a chance to come together, learn, and openly share their passion for cars. That inspired me to develop events that not only celebrate this enthusiasm but also create a welcoming space for discussion and connection.” Says Scott.

“Our industry has faced real challenges in attracting new talent, and I wanted to help change that perception. The days of cold, dark, and dirty workshops are long gone – modern vehicles are incredibly complex, and the technology behind them is fascinating. By hosting these events, I hoped to highlight how much the industry has evolved and inspire people to see it as a rewarding and innovative career path.”

Junior Tech Day

In April 2025, Grant’s MOT ran an event for local children aged 9-12, to teach them skills, build curiosity, and inspire them into a career in the motor trade. The team at Grant’s MOT created interactive stations such as performing an oil and filter change, removing and refitting wheels, tyre safety, and changing brake discs. 

Under close guidance from Scott and his team, the children worked on real cars, gaining skills and confidence. 

After their hard work, the children (and their accompanying adults), were rewarded with lunch and bowling. The whole day was funded by Grant’s MOT.  

Dedicated workshops for women

Another initiative run by Grant’s MOT, was a car maintenance workshop aimed at women. 

According to research by car.co.uk, half of men say that they make repairs on their own cars. This contrasts to only 25% of women who say they make repairs on their car. Lack of knowledge and confidence is cited as a barrier for some women, and this initiative aimed to help overcome this.  

This dedicated workshop for women, taught wiper blade replacement, bulb replacement, oil and coolant top ups and more.  

With inspiring initiatives like these, Grant’s MOT isn’t just maintaining vehicles, they’re helping to positively shape the future of the Scottish motor trade