Guidance

Book an MOT tester demonstration test

Book an MOT tester demonstration test when you’ve got your level 2 MOT testing certificate or if you're returning to testing after a break, lapse or suspension.

• From: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
• Published: 5 September 2022
• Last updated: 24 July 2024
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  1. 24 July 2024

     Updated the section "If your DBS check shows unspent convictions or you do not have a consent code" to clarify what you need to send to DVSA after submitting the online form to book a demonstration test.

  2. 8 January 2024

     Updated to include that you will need to provide proof of your DBS check when you request a demonstration test. Added the link to the online form as the service is available again.

  3. 8 January 2024

     Updated to say that the service will be available to use later.

  4. 8 January 2024

     Removed the link to the online form as the service is unavailable from 00:01am to 11am.

  5. 5 September 2022

     First published.

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

Book an MOT tester demonstration test if you:

• are a newly qualified MOT tester
• are a class 4 and 7 tester and you’re adding class 3 or 5
• are returning to MOT testing after a break
• missed the annual training and assessment deadline

You can do the demonstration test at either:

• the training centre where you took the qualification course
• an MOT centre you work at

You do not have to pay to do the demonstration test.

Book a test online

If you’re newly qualified, add your level 2 MOT testing certificate number to your MOT testing service profile before you book.

To book you need:

• your MOT testing service user ID
• the email address you use to sign in to the MOT testing service
• the name and ID number of the MOT centre or training centre you want to take your test at
• a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) consent check code

If your DBS check shows unspent convictions or you do not have a consent code

You can still book a test if:

• you believe your unspent convictions do not constitute as serious offence as detailed in the convictions and repute section of the MOT testing guide

• you do not have a consent code because you have a basic disclosure certificate in Scotland

After you apply to book your demonstration test, you need to post your DBS certificate to DVSA.

How to send your DBS certificate

You should send DVSA:

• all pages of your original DBS certificate
• a self-addressed stamped envelope or pre-paid special delivery envelope to get your DBS certificate back
• a covering letter

Your covering letter must include:

• your full name
• your MOT user ID
• the date you submitted the online form to book a demonstration test
• which testing group you’ve requested a demonstration test for

MOT Hub
DVSA
Broadway Business Park
Broadgate
Chadderton
Oldham
OL9 9XA

What happens next

DVSA will contact you to arrange a test date. This will usually be within 10 working days but can take up to 4 weeks.

Contact DVSA if you’ve not had a response after 4 weeks.

Other ways to book a test

Call DVSA if you cannot use the online service.

DVSA customer services
enquiries@dvsa.gov.uk
Telephone: 0300 123 9000 (choose option 2, then option 4)
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
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