Are you eligible to carry out an MOT Testing course?
Before you can become an MOT Tester, you have to follow certain rules and regulations. Please see the criteria that needs to be met below.
- You must be over 21 years old (no exceptions)
- Have a full and valid UK driver’s license (an international driving license will not be accepted)
- Must have no unspent criminal convictions, including suspended sentences
- Must have 4 years’ experience working as a Mechanic full time over your life time – Please note: Candidates must provide either a reference letter on headed paper or if you are a self-employed candidate, you must provide gateway ID and permission for the DVSA to contact HMRC regarding your employment history. Please be aware that letters from third parties such as Nat Crow will not be accepted by the DVSA as proof of qualification and therefore cannot be used as proof.
Are you eligible to carry out an MOT Testing course?
Before you can become an MOT Tester, you have to follow certain rules and regulations. Please see the criteria that needs to be met below.
- You must be over 21 years old (no exceptions)
- Have a full and valid UK driver’s license (an international driving license will not be accepted)
- Must have no unspent criminal convictions, including suspended sentences
- Must have 4 years’ experience working as a Mechanic full time over your life time – Please note: Candidates must provide either a reference letter on headed paper or if you are a self-employed candidate, you must provide gateway ID and permission for the DVSA to contact HMRC regarding your employment history. Please be aware that letters from third parties such as Nat Crow will not be accepted by the DVSA as proof of qualification and therefore cannot be used as proof.
Award in MOT Testing Centre Management Level 3
Description:
This is a mandatory qualification needed if you want to open and run an MOT Testing Station in the UK. This qualification doesn’t allow you to carry out the testing, it only allows you to open and/or run an MOT Test Station. The curriculum covers all elements of the MOT testing guide.
- 2-Day Course
- In person
- Class Room Based with Homework
- Anybody can do this over the age of 18 even if they don’t have prior qualifications
- Lifelong qualification