If you miss the 31st March deadline for the MOT Tester Annual Training and Assessment, your MOT Tester status will be suspended—meaning you won’t be able to carry out MOT tests. To regain your testing privileges, you’ll need to:
- Complete the MOT Annual Training for the current year (so if you miss the 31st March 2025 deadline, you’ll need to complete the 25/26 training year).
- Pass the annual assessment for the current year.
- Request and pass an MOT demonstration test conducted by the DVSA.
Until all three steps are completed, you’ll remain suspended—so it’s best to get your assessment done in good time!