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Mercedes-Benz of Bedford

Ampthill Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9QZ

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Dealership Information

  • For contact details, opening times, and services available in this branch, please click here to visit the Mercedes-Benz of Bedford branch page on their website (opens in a new tab).
  • There is not a colleague trained in British Sign Language.
  • The dealership has access to a live BSL interpreter via video call.
  • The branch has no magnifying glass and no signature guide.
  • Documents can be provided in the following alternative formats: large print on request.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Public Transport and Parking

  • There is a bus stop within approximately 150m of the branch.
  • The nearest train station is Bedford.
  • The dealership has its own car park.
  • The car park is located at the front of the branch.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking is free for all customers.
  • There are 2 Blue Badge parking bays.
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked/signposted.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay are 290cm x 470cm and all bays are the same size.
  • There is a hatched zone on one side only.
  • The hatched zone is at least 120cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 3m from the Sales Entrance.
  • There is additional parking for servicing and MOTs.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging View
    • The electric vehicle charging point(s) is/are located next to the main entrance.
    • There is/are 2 electric vehicle charging point(s).
    • The height of the electric vehicle charging point controls/screen is 120cm.
    • The height of the electric vehicle charging point nozzle slot is 110cm.

Dealership Forecourt

  • The surfaces in the forecourt are even.
  • There are not marked walkways in the forecourt to make routes safer for customers.
  • There is step-free access in the forecourt.
  • There is not room for wheelchairs users to manoeuvre around the cars in the forecourt.
  • There is not room for wheelchair users to manoeuvre between cars in the forecourt.
  • Signage is clearly presented/easy to read.

Entrance (Sales - Reception)

  • This information is for the entrance located next to the Customer Parking.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with the immediate surroundings.
  • There is a single manual door which opens both ways.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm.

Entrance (Parts)

  • This information is for the entrance located next to the Parts Car Parking.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with the immediate surroundings.
  • There are double manual doors (with one door locked) which opens towards you.
  • The width of the door opening is 60cm.
  • Entrance View
    • When both sides of the door are unlocked the door width is 120cm.

Reception (Welcome Desk)

  • The reception point is located ahead as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the Sales Entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There is step-free access to this reception.
  • The height of the reception counter is 104cm.
  • There is not a low level counter at the recommended height for wheelchair users.
  • The reception has patterned backgrounds which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is hard flooring in the reception area.

Reception (Parts)

  • The reception point is located next to the Parts Entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the Parts Entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There is step-free access to this reception.
  • The height of the reception counter is 96cm.
  • There is not a low level counter at the recommended height for wheelchair users.
  • The reception has windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • For writing and signing documents, there is sufficient space at the counter.
  • There is background noise which varies, depending on the time of day.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is hard flooring in the reception area.

Showroom

  • There is step-free access throughout the branch.
  • The walkways are over 150cm wide.
  • There is room for wheelchair users to manoeuvre between cars in the showroom.
  • Signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
  • There is hard flooring in the showroom.
  • There is some flooring in the showroom which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.

Sales Desks

  • There are more than 10 sales desks, and the nearest one is approximately 2m from the entrance.
  • The desk(s) is/are is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the desk(s).
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the desk(s).
  • The sales area has: chairs with armrests and armchairs.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at all desks which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The height of the desk(s) is 71cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
  • None of the desks have clear space under them.
  • Potential obstructions include; There is a wooden panel, which restricts the space under the desk.

Customer Lounge

  • There is a customer lounge 20m from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the customer lounge.
  • There is hard flooring in this area.
  • There is flooring in this area which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is background noise which varies, depending on the time of day.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the lounge.
  • The customer lounge has: tables which are accessible to wheelchair users and chairs with armrests.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 72cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
  • The tables do contrast visually with the floor.
  • There is a self-service refreshment counter.
  • The height of the counter is 93cm.
  • The counter does not have a clear knee recess.
  • The tap is 140cm high.
  • There is a coffee machine, a water dispenser and a television.
  • There is not an entertainment or activity area for children.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located just beyond the Parts Reception.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Sales Entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is medium.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is medium.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 180cm (4ft 11in x 5ft 11in).
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 79cm (2ft 7in).
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
    • The toilet has a backrest.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is low.
  • Additional Fixtures and Fittings View
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are general waste (with lid) and pedal bin disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
    • The shelf is at a height of 130cm.
    • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Baby Changing Facilities View
    • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
    • There is a flip down baby change table available.
    • The height of the baby change table is 91cm.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located at the rear of the dealership, just past the parts counter.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 35m from the Sales Entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is medium.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 78cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.