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Emissions Analyser Finance

Spread the cost of a petrol or diesel emissions analyser from £2,500 to £12,000 with flexible finance options. HP, lease, or refinance

Can you finance a emissions analyser?

Yes, emissions analysers are financed as a standard asset purchase, usually on hire purchase or a lease, with the machine itself acting as the security. UK prices typically run £2,500 to £12,000, and most deals are written over 12–48 months with a deposit of around 10–20%. Decisions typically take 24–48 hours. Used machines are financeable too, usually with a shorter term.

50+ UK lenders through Fundably
3+ months trading
UK limited companies only
Monthly revenue required

Typical Cost

£3k – £12k

Approval Speed

24–48 hours

Subject to separate DVSA approval

Rates From

5.5% APR

What would a emissions analyser cost per month?

£6,000
10%
60 months
9%
£0

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Pre-filled with a typical emissions analyser price. Indicative only, not a quote.

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Finance options

Hire Purchase (HP)

Rate
From 6.0% APR
Term
12–48 months
Deposit
10–20%
Ownership
Yours at the end
Best for
Test centres wanting to own the analyser outright

Finance Lease

Rate
From 5.5% APR
Term
12–48 months
Deposit
None required
Ownership
Return or buy (balloon payment)
Best for
Tax efficient; claim payments against profit

Operating Lease

Rate
From 6.3% APR
Term
24–36 months
Deposit
None required
Ownership
Return at end
Best for
Suits sites refreshing MOT bay equipment on a cycle

Representative example

On a purchase price of £6,000: a 10% deposit of £600, then 48 monthly payments of £127 at 5.9% APR representative (fixed). Total amount payable £6,696, including the deposit. The rate you are offered depends on your business and the asset.

What buyers actually specify

Guide prices for sizing a finance agreement, not quotes. Manufacturers in this market mostly price on application, so where a current UK list price could not be confirmed the row describes a specification class rather than naming a model. Your supplier quote is what the agreement is written against.

Machine or specification Guide price Type
Texa GASBOX2 Petrol Gas Analyser £2,800 – £5,500 Petrol Gas Analyser
Texa OPABOX Autopower Diesel Opacity Meter £3,200 – £6,500 Diesel Opacity Meter
Combined Petrol & Diesel Emissions Bench £7,000 – £12,000 Combined Emissions Analyser

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Tax benefits

Emissions test equipment is moveable plant and machinery and generally qualifies for Annual Investment Allowance, letting the cost be deducted from taxable profits in the year of purchase. HP agreements let you claim capital allowances directly; lease payments are deducted as a running cost instead. Calibration gas bottles and consumables are running costs rather than capital equipment.

Market context

Equipment used for MOT emissions testing must appear on the DVSA's published list of approved testing equipment, which is a procurement and approval matter set by the regulator rather than a finance consideration. A test centre covering both petrol and diesel classes generally needs both a gas analyser and an opacity meter, since the two measure different things and are not interchangeable. Texa is an established supplier of both petrol gas analysers and diesel opacity meters used in UK workshops. Replacement is generally driven by the periodic calibration and gas-bottle servicing the equipment needs to remain accurate and on the approved list, alongside changes to MOT testing procedures over time that can affect what equipment a test lane needs.

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Some specialist lenders consider businesses with imperfect credit histories. You may need a larger deposit or personal guarantee, but options may be available. Fundably may use a soft credit check for matching, which does not affect your credit score. A hard check may happen if you choose to proceed with a lender.

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Frequently asked questions

Does an emissions analyser need to be DVSA approved?
Yes. Equipment used for MOT emissions testing must be on the DVSA's published list of approved testing equipment for its class. This is a regulatory requirement set by the DVSA rather than by any lender, and you should confirm with your supplier and the DVSA's current approved list that a specific product is approved for your intended test class before ordering; this content does not confirm approval of any specific product.
Do I need both a petrol and a diesel analyser?
If your test centre tests both petrol and diesel vehicles, you generally need a gas analyser for petrol, LPG or methane vehicles and a separate opacity meter for diesel vehicles, as they measure different things and are not interchangeable. Some suppliers offer combined benches that house both instruments in one cabinet, which can save floor space even though the underlying test methods stay separate.
How often does emissions testing equipment need calibrating?
Emissions analysers need periodic calibration using reference gases to stay accurate and remain on the DVSA's approved list, and your supplier will confirm the interval and process for your specific model. Gas bottles and other consumables are an ongoing running cost, and it is worth asking your supplier for an indicative annual servicing and consumables cost when comparing models.
Can I upgrade my emissions equipment if MOT testing procedures change?
Yes, most workshops treat emissions testing equipment as a periodic refresh rather than a one-off purchase, replacing or upgrading units as calibration requirements or testing procedures evolve. Because equipment approval is set by the DVSA rather than the manufacturer, it is worth checking the current approved list before committing to a specific replacement model.
How quickly can I get emissions analyser finance?
Most applications are approved within 24 to 48 hours once a full supplier quote is available. Where a quote combines a gas analyser and an opacity meter on one invoice, this is usually financed as a single agreement, and a specialist broker comparing quotes across multiple lenders can usually confirm which product and rate best fits your circumstances within the same working day.

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Emissions Analyser finance

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