Become an MOT tester
Class 3 or 5 MOT tester training
You need to do another training course and MOT demonstration test to become a class 3 or 5 MOT tester.
Before the training course
You’ll need to show that you’ve already:
- got a level 2 testing certificate in class 4 and 7 vehicles (group B)
- passed an MOT demonstration test after getting your level 2 certificate
How to apply
You can book a class 3 or 5 training course by contacting these approved course providers. The prices vary and are set by each course provider.
ABC Awards
mot@abcawards.co.uk
Telephone: 0115 854 1620
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
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Institute of the Motor Industry
www.imiawards.org.uk
Telephone: 01992 511 521
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm
Find out about call charges
After you’ve done the course
You’ll get a certificate. You need this to book and take a DVSA MOT demonstration test before you can work as a class 3 or 5 MOT tester.
Do not enter the certificate details on the MOT testing service.
The demonstration test involves being tested by a DVSA examiner at either:
- the training centre where you took the qualification course
- a testing centre that tests class 3 and 5 vehicles
Preparing for the test
Prepare for the demonstration test by:
- reading the MOT testing manuals and special notices
- practicing your inspection routine
- making sure you have all the necessary documents, for example your driving licence
How to book the test
You’ll need:
- your MOT testing service user ID
- to know the vehicle test station (VTS) number where you want to have your test
Call DVSA to book your test.
DVSA customer service centre
Telephone: 0300 123 9000 (choose option 2, then option 4)
Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 6pm
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How the test works
A DVSA examiner will check your:
- UK driving licence (if you do not have a photocard licence you also need to take photo ID, such as your passport)
- class 3 or 5 MOT training certificate
The examiner will explain what you’ll have to do. They’ll ask you to:
- carry out a demonstration test
- record the result in the training version of the MOT testing service
- answer some questions about the MOT
Test result
If you pass the demonstration test you’ll be able to do either class 3 or 5 MOT tests at testing stations authorised to test these classes.
If you fail the demonstration test, the examiner will give you feedback and tell you what to do next.