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Missed the MOT Annual Assessment? Here’s What Happens Next (And How to Avoid It!)

Missed the MOT Annual Assessment? Here’s What Happens Next (And How to Avoid It!)

by Karena Hill | MOT Tester

If you’re already a qualified MOT tester you’ll probably know that, in order to retain your MOT Tester status, you are required to complete at least three hours of training and pass an assessment by the 31st March every year.     If you’re a new tester, you do...
What Topics Are Covered in the MOT Manager Course? A Detailed Overview

What Topics Are Covered in the MOT Manager Course? A Detailed Overview

by Karena Hill | MOT Compliance, MOT Manager

What Topics Are Covered in the MOT Manager Course?  If you’re looking to take the next step in your career at an MOT testing station, becoming an MOT Manager might be the perfect move. But what exactly does the MOT Manager course cover, and how can it help you run a...
How to become an MOT Tester with the Vehicle Technician Accredited Assessment (VTAA)

How to become an MOT Tester with the Vehicle Technician Accredited Assessment (VTAA)

by Karena Hill | MOT Tester

If you’ve always wanted to become an MOT tester but haven’t got the necessary paper qualifications, the Vehicle Technician Accredited Assessment (VTAA), also known as Light Vehicle Inspection (LVI), could be just the solution you’re looking for.   Having an...
How to Book a DVSA MOT Demonstration Test: A Step-by-Step Guide for MOT Testers

How to Book a DVSA MOT Demonstration Test: A Step-by-Step Guide for MOT Testers

by Karena Hill | MOT Tester

Whether you’re a newly qualified MOT Tester or returning to MOT Testing after the break, booking your DVSA MOT Demonstration Test is a crucial step in your journey to becoming an authorised MOT tester. The process ensures that you can competently assess vehicles...
Can You Be an MOT Tester Without Being a Mechanic?

Can You Be an MOT Tester Without Being a Mechanic?

by Karena Hill | MOT Tester

When it comes to joining the MOT testing world you might be wondering: “Can I be an MOT Tester without being a mechanic?” It’s a fair question and one that’s worth exploring. After all, not everyone with a passion for cars has years of being a mechanic...
How Much Annual Training Does an MOT Tester Need to Do?

How Much Annual Training Does an MOT Tester Need to Do?

by Karena Hill | MOT Tester

How Much Annual Training Does an MOT Tester Need to Do?  If you’re a qualified MOT tester, you already know that MOT training is a key part of staying compliant with the DVSA’s standards. But how much annual training do you need to do to maintain your role as an MOT...
A Guide to Annual MOT Tester Training (Without the Stress!) 

A Guide to Annual MOT Tester Training (Without the Stress!) 

by Karena Hill | MOT Tester

Annual MOT Tester training – whilst it’s our favourite topic, we appreciate that it’s the part of being an MOT tester that doesn’t exactly spark joy for most, but it’s a must! So here’s our guide to help make it less of a chore and ensure that you ace it with ease! ...
Focus on effective quality assurance in vehicle testing

Focus on effective quality assurance in vehicle testing

by Karena Hill | MOT Compliance

One of the biggest issues that we find on site visits is that quality control checks are not being done frequently enough (or sometimes at all). When they are done, it’s often seen just as a tick box exercise, rather than an opportunity to check the standards of...
Ensure that you’re nailing these must-know practices for MOT Testing

Ensure that you’re nailing these must-know practices for MOT Testing

by Karena Hill | MOT Compliance

Are you nailing the must-know practices for MOT Testing compliance? We all know that there are things we ‘should’ be doing when carrying out an MOT Test but are you sure that you are doing them? Here’s some questions to help you identify where things might need...
Essential DVSA Diesel Emission Check Changes: What MOT Testers Need to Know

Essential DVSA Diesel Emission Check Changes: What MOT Testers Need to Know

by Karena Hill | MOT Tester

As we’re sure you’ll be aware, diesel emissions are very much in the limelight at the moment. The DVSA recently issued Special Notice 02-24, issued 2 April 2024, which covers diesel emission check changes – how MOT testers carry out their emissions checks. The...
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