A hot topic in the automotive industry right now is the shortage of MOT testers in the UK and how this might affect wait times for MOT tests in the coming months. There are several reasons for the shortage, for example: • more MOT testers are reaching retirement age •...
Actions to take in the event of a sudden and unexpected change to your MOT station’s legal entity. A recent conversation with a client who found themselves in an upsetting predicament after the passing of a family member and business partner has prompted me to ‘put...
In April 2023 the DVSA issued Special Notice 02-23 – Changes to Annual Training. This Notice explained that the minimum amount of training required has now been reduced from 3 hours of MOT tester training each year and 16 hours in a rolling 5 year period, to a...
It is important that MOT tools remain on the MOT bay; testers should not need to leave the bay in order to find the tools they need. A DVSA officer will want to see that all mandatory MOT tools are present and easily accessible. Do you find that MOT testers are...
Get ahead of the game and book your testers’ 2023/24 annual training and assessments now. The automotive industry is known for its fast pace. But there’s a thin line between fast-paced and chaotic. So, being organised is essential to avoid unnecessary stress,...
