Company registration number 07115945 (England and Wales)
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JANUARY 2026
PAGES FOR FILING WITH REGISTRAR
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
CONTENTS
Page
Balance sheet
1 - 2
Notes to the financial statements
3 - 8
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 JANUARY 2026
31 January 2026
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2026
2025
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets
3
108,627
Tangible assets
4
52,118
36,866
160,745
36,866
Current assets
Stocks
156,376
196,230
Debtors
5
538,571
537,343
Cash at bank and in hand
264,279
115,164
959,226
848,737
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
6
(470,702)
(333,448)
Net current assets
488,524
515,289
Total assets less current liabilities
649,269
552,155
Provisions for liabilities
Deferred tax liability
10,817
1,357
(10,817)
(1,357)
Net assets
638,452
550,798
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
7
1
1
Profit and loss reserves
638,451
550,797
Total equity
638,452
550,798
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET (CONTINUED)
AS AT 31 JANUARY 2026
31 January 2026
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The directors of the company have elected not to include a copy of the profit and loss account within the financial statements.true
For the financial year ended 31 January 2026 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial statements.
The member has not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.
These financial statements have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.
The financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 2 October 2026 and are signed on its behalf by:
Mr T H Brooks
Mr D R Smith
Director
Director
Company Registration No. 07115945
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JANUARY 2026
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1
Accounting policies
Company information
The Figaro Shop Limited is a private company limited by shares incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is Richs Sidings, Lower Broadway, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 8AG.
1.1
Accounting convention
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 as applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. The disclosure requirements of section 1A of FRS 102 have been applied other than where additional disclosure is required to show a true and fair view.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the company. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
The company is a subsidiary undertaking of The Figaro Shop Holdings Limited. The results of the company are included in the consolidated financial statements of The Figaro Shop Holdings Limited, which are available from Rich Sidings, Lower Broadway, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 8AG.
1.2
Turnover
Turnover is recognised at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable for goods and services provided in the normal course of business and is shown net of VAT and trade discounts.
Revenue from the sale of cars and parts is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have passed to the buyer (usually on dispatch of the goods), the amount of revenue can be measured reliably, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the entity and the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably.
Revenue from contracts for the provision of motor repair and restoration services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion when the stage of completion, costs incurred and costs to complete can be estimated reliably. The stage of completion is calculated by comparing costs incurred, mainly in relation to contractual hourly staff rates and materials, as a proportion of total costs. Where the outcome cannot be estimated reliably, revenue is recognised only to the extent of the expenses recognised that it is probable will be recovered.
1.3
Intangible fixed assets - goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of acquisition of unincorporated businesses over the fair value of net assets acquired. It is initially recognised as an asset at cost and is subsequently measured at cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses. Goodwill is considered to have a finite useful life and is amortised on a systematic basis over its expected life, which is 10 years.
1.4
Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JANUARY 2026
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:
Leasehold improvements
4 years straight line or to end of lease if earlier
Plant and equipment
25% reducing balance / 5 to 30 years straight line
Fixtures and fittings
4 years straight line
Motor vehicles
4 years straight line
Office equipment
6 years straight line
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is credited or charged to profit or loss.
1.5
Impairment of fixed assets
At each reporting period end date, the company reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.
1.6
Stocks
Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost comprises direct materials and, where applicable, direct labour costs and those overheads that have been incurred in bringing the stocks to their present location and condition.
At each reporting date, an assessment is made for impairment. Any excess of the carrying amount of stocks over its estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell is recognised as an impairment loss in profit or loss. Reversals of impairment losses are also recognised in profit or loss.
1.7
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash at bank and in hand are basic financial assets and include cash in hand and deposits held at call with banks.
1.8
Financial instruments
The company has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the company's balance sheet when the company becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include debtors, loans to group companies and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JANUARY 2026
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Classification of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the company after deducting all of its liabilities.
Basic financial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and amounts due to group companies, are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.
1.9
Equity instruments
Equity instruments issued by the company are recorded at the proceeds received, net of transaction costs. Dividends payable on equity instruments are recognised as liabilities once they are no longer at the discretion of the company.
1.10
Taxation
The tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.
Current tax
The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from net profit as reported in the profit and loss account because it excludes items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years and it further excludes items that are never taxable or deductible. The company’s liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting end date.
Deferred tax
Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all timing differences and deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits. Such assets and liabilities are not recognised if the timing difference arises from goodwill or from the initial recognition of other assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the tax profit nor the accounting profit.
The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each reporting end date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered. Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the asset is realised. Deferred tax is charged or credited in the profit and loss account, except when it relates to items charged or credited directly to equity, in which case the deferred tax is also dealt with in equity. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when the company has a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and the deferred tax assets and liabilities relate to taxes levied by the same tax authority.
1.11
Employee benefits
The costs of short-term employee benefits are recognised as a liability and an expense, unless those costs are required to be recognised as part of the cost of stock or fixed assets.
1.12
Retirement benefits
Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JANUARY 2026
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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1.13
Leases
Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessees. All other leases are classified as operating leases.
Assets held under finance leases are recognised as assets at the lower of the assets fair value at the date of inception and the present value of the minimum lease payments. The related liability is included in the balance sheet as a finance lease obligation. Lease payments are treated as consisting of capital and interest elements. The interest is charged to profit or loss so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability.
Rentals payable under operating leases, including any lease incentives received, are charged to profit or loss on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease except where another more systematic basis is more representative of the time pattern in which economic benefits from the leases asset are consumed.
2
Employees
The average monthly number of persons (including directors) employed by the company during the year was:
2026
2025
Number
Number
Total
23
22
3
Intangible fixed assets
Goodwill
£
Cost
At 1 February 2025
Additions
111,123
At 31 January 2026
111,123
Amortisation and impairment
At 1 February 2025
Amortisation charged for the year
2,496
At 31 January 2026
2,496
Carrying amount
At 31 January 2026
108,627
At 31 January 2025
Goodwill arose during the year during the acquisition of the trade and assets of Didcot Tyre & Exhaust Limited. Goodwill represents the excess of the consideration paid over the fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired.
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JANUARY 2026
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4
Tangible fixed assets
Land and buildings
Plant and machinery etc
Office equipment
Total
£
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 February 2025
145,216
18,852
164,068
Additions
6,124
21,698
1,157
28,979
Disposals
(33,590)
(33,590)
At 31 January 2026
6,124
133,324
20,009
159,457
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 February 2025
112,940
14,262
127,202
Depreciation charged in the year
681
10,834
1,612
13,127
Eliminated in respect of disposals
(32,990)
(32,990)
At 31 January 2026
681
90,784
15,874
107,339
Carrying amount
At 31 January 2026
5,443
42,540
4,135
52,118
At 31 January 2025
32,276
4,590
36,866
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Debtors
2026
2025
Amounts falling due within one year:
£
£
Trade debtors
77,607
77,138
Amounts owed by group undertakings
430,129
421,541
Other debtors
30,835
38,664
538,571
537,343
Included within amounts owed by group undertakings is £283,646 (2025 - £343,652) due from The Figaro Shop Holdings Limited, £146,483 (2025 - £76,981) due from Best Autocentres Ltd and £nil (2025 - £909) due from E A Recovery & Contracting Services Limited. No interest is being charged on these amounts and they are due for repayment on demand.
THE FIGARO SHOP LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JANUARY 2026
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6
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2026
2025
Notes
£
£
Trade creditors
194,438
207,275
Taxation and social security
81,490
96,091
Other creditors
194,774
30,082
470,702
333,448
Included within other creditors falling due within one year is £4,036 (2025 - £nil) owed under hire purchase agreements. This amount is secured on the assets to which it relates.
Included within other creditors falling due within one year is £41,556 of deferred consideration in relation to the trade and asset purchase from Didcot Tyre & Exhaust Ltd.
7
Called up share capital
2026
2025
2026
2025
Ordinary share capital
Number
Number
£
£
Issued and fully paid
Ordinary share of £1 each
1
1
1
1
8
Financial commitments, guarantees and contingent liabilities
The Figaro Shop Limited has provided a guarantee for the loan notes held by Mr T H Brooks, a director, in The Figaro Shop Holdings Limited. At the year end, the amount guaranteed was £600 (2025 - £600).
A debenture, dated 22 December 2023 containing a fixed and floating charge over all assets of The Figaro Shop Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries, The Figaro Shop Limited, Best Autocentres Ltd, Station Tyres & Service Centre Limited and E A Recovery & Contracting Services Limited, is held by HSBC Bank Plc as security for the Group’s banking facilities. At the year end, the total amount due to HSBC by the Group was £2,194,676 (2025 - £1,359,599), which includes the amounts due on the Recovery Loan Scheme.
9
Operating lease commitments
As lessee
At the reporting end date the company had outstanding commitments for future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases, as follows:
2026
2025
£
£
Total commitments
311,385
24,913
10
Events after the reporting date
After the reporting date, the company transferred assets totalling £118,692 to a fellow group subsidiary as part of an internal group reorganisation. The transfer took place after the year end and therefore has not been reflected in these financial statements.