V-Tech UK Ltd

Reference number: 679077

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Authorised by the FCA

This firm is on the FCA register and authorised to carry out regulated activities.

Identity

Check their details

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Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
04581693
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
5 November 2002 (23 years old)
Registered office
Sn Autohaus, 181 Forest Road Hainault, Ilford, Essex, IG6 3HZ
Nature of business
  • Wholesale trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories (SIC 45310)
  • Retail trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories (SIC 45320)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Viresh Chandarana Director Oct 1980 8 Nov 2002
Viresh Chandarana Secretary Not published 8 Nov 2002

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Lend or arrange credit No FSCS cover
    Consumer credit is not covered by the FSCS, so there is no compensation scheme if the firm fails.
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  • Credit Broking

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

Action taken against them

1 change to its permissions in 2025. This is part of the official register record and is worth reviewing before going ahead.

  • Authorisation restored on 12 March 2026
    An annulment application was accepted by the Authority and the firm’s authorisation was restored on 12 March 2026.
  • Permission varied or cancelled on 24 September 2025
    Name: V-Tech UK Ltd   Reference Number: 679077   Type of action: Cancellation      “The Authority has cancelled the permission and withdrawn the authorisation of V-Tech UK Ltd (“the Firm”) of 181 Forest Road, Ilford, IG6 3HZ.    The reason for this action is that the Authority considers the Firm is carrying on no regulated activities to which its Part 4A permission relates.      The Authority’s action took effect on 24 September 2025 and a copy of the Notice of Decision issued under Schedule 6A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (“the Act”), which sets out the reason for the action, is displayed on the Authority’s website and can be accessed using the following link:     https://www.fca.org.uk/publication/decision-notices/v-tech-uk-ltd-2025.pdf     As a consequence of this action the Firm is no longer an authorised firm for the purposes of the Act and it may not carry on regulated activities which fall within the scope of the Act.”

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is V-Tech UK Ltd FCA authorised?
Yes, V-Tech UK Ltd (FRN 679077) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with V-Tech UK?
Protection depends on which product you hold and how V-Tech UK handles your money, so check the specific product before you commit. You can also refer complaints about V-Tech UK to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is V-Tech UK a scam or clone?
V-Tech UK is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is V-Tech UK's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
V-Tech UK's FRN is 679077. You can verify it on the FCA register.