Course Description
The Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 4 and 7) has been developed in collaboration with the DVSA. It is a DVSA recognised qualification, meeting the requirements for MOT Tester application. Candidates that are successful in passing this qualification, as well as any additional DVSA requirements, will be eligible to carry out Statutory Vehicle Inspections on behalf of the Secretary of State for Transport.
The benefit of the Skills and Education Group Awards Level 2 Award in MOT Testing qualification is that it is a lifetime qualification. This means it will not expire, and holders will be considered professionally competent for the rest of their lives. MOT Testers will be required to complete the DVSA Annual Training and Assessment Requirements each year, and the DVSA can withdraw tester status if conditions are not met.
This course is suitable for:
- New MOT Testers
- Testers who have been suspended by the DVSA and need to retrain
- Trainers who have been away from testing for more than 3 years
- Testers who have not previously completed this specific qualification
Modules Covered
- Safe working practices in the test centre
- Working relationships within the test centre
- Managing professional development as an MOT Tester
- Carrying out pre-test checks for a statutory periodic roadworthiness test
- Carrying out a statutory periodic roadworthiness test
Course Duration
- The course is taken over 4 days.
- It is recommended that candidates that are not local should stay in nearby accommodation, as the likelihood of passing the course is significantly increased if private evening study can be completed in a non-distracting environment.
Assessment
- The assessment components for this course include an online multiple-choice exam and a practical assessment where an uninterrupted MOT Test is completed. The online test consists of 40 questions in total, requiring a pass mark of 80%. Both components must be passed in order to achieve the MOT Tester qualification.
Eligibility Criteria for Candidates
To enrol on the course, the candidate should be sure they meet all DVSA requirements and can satisfy MMS Training Academy that they meet the following criteria:
- Candidates should hold a current full UK driving license for class 4 and 7 vehicles
- Candidates must be skilled mechanics with at least 4 years full time employment, permitted by law, in the service and repair of the vehicle types to be tested
- Candidates have no unspent convictions for criminal offences
- Candidates should be 'of good repute' - the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency will decide this to make sure you're suitable to be an MOT tester.
