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Startermotor Limited

Also known as: Historic Vehicle Learning Company Limited

StarterMotor works with schools, colleges and industry partners to identify young people with a strong interest in classic and historic vehicles. Through mentoring, careers guidance, industry connections and immersive experiences, the Charity supports participants in preparing for and accessing employment opportunities across the industry.

Activities & Mission

StarterMotor works with schools, colleges and industry partners to identify young people with a strong interest in classic and historic vehicles. Through mentoring, careers guidance, industry connections and immersive experiences, the Charity supports participants in preparing for and accessing employment opportunities across the industry.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£113,059
Latest Expenditure
£166,204

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 147.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 147.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£113,059
£166,2040 / 10
2024
£133,042
£118,5140 / 16
2023
£142,933
£136,8170 / 25
2022
£164,438
£155,3750 / 0
2021
£75,841
£76,8050 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Startermotor Limited

What does Startermotor Limited do?

StarterMotor works with schools, colleges and industry partners to identify young people with a strong interest in classic and historic vehicles. Through mentoring, careers guidance, industry connections and immersive experiences, the Charity supports participants in preparing for and accessing employment opportunities across the industry.

How much income did Startermotor Limited report in 2025?

Startermotor Limited reported total income of £113k and reported expenditure of £166k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Startermotor Limited registered as a charity?

Startermotor Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 January 2017 as charity number 1171312. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Startermotor Limited?

Startermotor Limited is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Georgina Valerie Cosgrove. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Startermotor Limited operate?

Startermotor Limited operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Startermotor Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Startermotor Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171312.

Details

Address
Building 123
Bicester Heritage
Buckingham Road
Bicester
OX26 5HA
Registration Date
25 January 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5086892
Charity Number
1171312

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Trustees

Georgina Valerie Cosgrove Chair
William Simon Heynes

Also Known As

  • Historic Vehicle Learning Company Limited
  • Startermotor Limited

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