Eligibility requirements for MOT Testers

Find out if you can become an MOT Tester. Here is the guideline provided by the DVSA on the eligibility criteria for becoming an MOT tester

Driving & Experience
  1. Current full UK driving licence for a vehicle class within the test group they wish to test
  2. Be a skilled mechanic that has at least four years full time employment in the service and repair of the vehicle types to be tested
Convictions & Repute
  1. Have no “unspent” convictions, as defined in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act1974, for criminal offences connected with the MOT Testing Service or the motor trade, or involving acts of violence or intimidation
  2. Be otherwise ‘of good repute’ – the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency will decide this to make sure you’re suitable to be an MOT tester.
Qualification / Accreditation
  1. Anyone wishing to become a Tester for vehicles of Classes 3, 4, 5 or 7 must either possess an acceptable vocational educational qualification or acceptable accreditation.

Acceptable accreditation can be gained with us by completing the IMI Light Vehicle Inspection Course, which can be completed in one day.

Need No. 5?

Take the 1 day IMI Light Vehicle Inspection Accreditaion

Ready to go?

Find out more about the IMI Award in MOT Testing

WE PROVIDE

Carefully delivered courses to unlock your potential

Qualified Trainers
Our dedicated trainers all hold relevant qualifications and the experience to be able to provide candidates with the best support throughout the course.
Annual Assessment, Training & CPD
Qualified MOT Testers need to complete the annual training and assessment as set by the DVSA. We deliver courses and assessments for all MOT Testers.
Approved Assessors
Well experienced approved assessors will test your skills and knowledge during the courses, providing excellent feedback which can be used in your CPD
Extra Support
We believe in having smaller groups so that we may give each candidate the maximum support. Our MOT courses have a maximum of 4 candidates

MOT Centre Management

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