Criminal convictions, particularly unspent ones, can impact your our ability to pass the DVSA MOT Demonstration Test and, therefore, your application to become an MOT tester. As part of the booking process, you’ll need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If your DBS certificate shows unspent convictions, the DVSA will review your […] (Read More)

Before booking your DVSA MOT demonstration test, you’ll need to ensure you have: A Level 2 Award in MOT Testing for the relevant vehicle class. A valid UK driving licence for the vehicle types you’ll be testing. At least four years of professional experience in vehicle servicing and repairs. An active MOT Testing Service account […] (Read More)

The DVSA MOT Demonstration Test is a practical assessment required to become an authorised MOT tester in the UK. It ensures that you can competently inspect vehicles and meet DVSA standards. During the test, a DVSA examiner observes your ability to conduct a full MOT test, record findings, and answer related questions. The DVSA MOT […] (Read More)

Yes, you can absolutely work as both a mechanic and an MOT Tester, but remember, the roles are different. As an MOT Tester, your job is to inspect and certify a vehicle’s roadworthiness – you’ll be responsible for spotting issues, not fixing them. Mechanics, on the other hand, are responsible for diagnosing and repairing any faults a […] (Read More)

The training to become an MOT Tester takes place over 4 days and is a mixture of classroom and hands on practical training.  There are two assessments at the end of the course, an online multiple-choice assessment and a practical demonstration.     (Read More)

Yes you do have to be a qualified mechanic to become an MOT Tester. DVSA requires testers to hold a relevant Level 3 qualification.  This can include an Accreditation, otherwise known as an LVI or ATA. You can find out more by visiting the MOT Guide (Read More)

The MOT annual tester training requirements for Group A (Class 1 & 2 vehicles, like motorcycles): you need to study corrosion, vehicle classification, and the motorcycle inspection manual. For Group B (Class 3, 4, 5 & 7 vehicles, like cars and vans), you’ll need to cover similar topics but with a focus on cars and passenger vehicles. If you […] (Read More)

You must record your MOT annual tester training on the official MOT Testing Service. This involves logging into your MOT profile and entering details such as the training date, duration, and topics covered. Managers should also view their testers’ logs to ensure they are up-to-date, as the DVSA can access and review these records.  (Read More)

If you don’t complete your MOT annual tester training by the 31st of March, you risk facing penalties from the DVSA. Your site could be flagged as needing improvement, and you may even be suspended from MOT testing until the training is completed and recorded. It’s essential to finish it early to avoid last-minute stress and potential […] (Read More)

You need to make a manual record that shows the emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM couldn’t register the reading.  Be sure to include the following information in the record and keep it for 3 months:   test station number tester’s name date and time test number vehicle type vehicle registration number […] (Read More)

Yes – if you have a criminal conviction you can still become an MOT Tester but it will depend on the offence involved and the punishment that was given. This is what the MOT Guide has to say – “The DVSA understand that certain convictions can be emotive in nature and as such DVSA will […] (Read More)

 If you’re rated red on your Tester RAG rating system, don’t go into panic mode! It doesn’t necessarily mean a visit from DVSA. What you and your Site Manager should now do is look at the situation – try to work out why your RAG has changed – look carefully at TQI and TL reports […] (Read More)

Each tester has their own RAG rating on their testing service profile. In line with GDPR, the info is for ‘their eyes only’ and unavailable to Managers. However, the standard best practice is that the testers share the information so that managers know the risk attached to their testers and can record the information. (Read More)

So you have a shiny new mobile phone, you now need to re-pair the DVSA Authenticator app to your new mobile. To pair a new app, you should follow these steps:   Sign into MTS using email authentication Go to ‘My Profile’, Click ‘Set Up Authentication App’ When prompted to enter a six digit code […] (Read More)

All MOT tester annual training logs are now to be entered on a tester’s MOT profile as per Special Notice 02/24.  WATCH THIS VIDEO for more information. (Read More)

Unfortunately DVSA rules state it’s not possible to take the MOT Tester exam in two separate sessions. (Read More)

Every MOT Tester will need to complete the annual MOT Tester exam before midnight on March 31st each year. (Read More)

Each MOT Tester exam is made up of 30 multiple choice questions with a time limit of 60 minutes to complete. (Read More)

Failure to complete the MOT Tester Training required by the DVSA within the time constraints each year may lead to suspension from testing. The DVSA have the right to withdraw any MOT tester’s licence to test if a tester has not completed and recorded a minimum of three hours (Read More)

All MOT testers need to have completed their three hours of annual MOT Tester training training before 31st March each year. In our experience, it will help your stress levels no end if you if you complete the majority of the training before the end of January each year! (Read More)

The DVSA requires all MOT Testers to complete a minimum of three hours of training each year between 1st April and 31st March. (Read More)

While the MOT Tester shortage situation is being resolved, help your customers to stay ahead of the game as much as possible … and this will help you to manage a difficult situation, too! The last thing you need is angry customers clogging up your phone lines. So use your lines of communication: website, emails, […] (Read More)

The shortage of MOT testers is a serious problem, as it could put road safety at risk. MOT tests are essential to ensure that vehicles are roadworthy and meet safety standards, and without enough MOT testers, there’s a risk that vehicles that are not safe will be allowed on the road. (Read More)

There are several reasons for the shortage, for example: more MOT testers are reaching retirement age, there is a lack of new entrants to the profession, the cost of training and certification continues to rise, the lack of financial incentives for people to become MOT testers, advancements in technology are increasing the complexity of vehicles. […] (Read More)