MOT NEW TESTER CLASS 4&7

The MOT New Tester Course (Class 4 & 7) is designed for experienced vehicle technicians who want to become DVSA-approved MOT testers. Covering the procedures, standards, and legal responsibilities involved in testing Class 4 and 7 vehicles, the course combines theory with practical assessment. Successful candidates will be qualified to carry out MOT tests in accordance with DVSA regulations.

Description

This DVSA-approved MOT New Tester course is designed for qualified vehicle technicians who wish to become authorised MOT testers for Class 4 and 7 vehicles (cars, vans, and light commercial vehicles). The course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to carry out MOT tests in compliance with current DVSA standards.

 Delivered through a blend of classroom-based learning and hands-on assessment, this course covers the legal and procedural responsibilities of an MOT tester, as well as detailed inspection routines and use of MOT testing equipment.

Delivery Model :

• 6 hours pre-course online Training - this will be sent via email.
• 3 Days Training at S&B Academy
• 1 Day assessment
The assessment day will be either on the Thursday or Friday following the course and this will be allocated on booking on a first come first served basis.

Key Topics Covered :

  • DVSA MOT testing standards and regulations

  • Vehicle classes and test eligibility criteria

  • MOT inspection procedures and defect assessment

  • Use of MOT testing service (MTS) and documentation

  • Health and safety and professional responsibilities

  • Customer communication and ethical conduct

Once your training has been completed you will be able to apply to the DVSA to become an authorised MOT tester.

Eligibility

 REQUIREMENTS 

 A copy of your level 3 light vehicle inspection certificate.

  • A completed tester liability form, which will need to include a case sensitive licence check code for S&B to process (this code can be found through the following GOV website https://www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence). This code is for one time use only, please do not carry out the check yourself.

To take an MOT testing course you must:

  • have a current and full UK driving licence for the vehicle classes you want to test
  • be a skilled mechanic with at least 4 years’ full-time employment servicing and repairing the types of vehicles you’re going to test
  • have no unspent convictions for criminal offences
  • be ‘of good repute’ - the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency will decide this to make sure you’re suitable to be an MOT tester
  • and to become a MOT Tester for class 3, 4, 5 or 7 vehicles they must also have an ‘appropriate’ qualification. Check the full list of accepted qualifications and accreditations.

https://www.gov.uk/become-an-mot-tester/eligibility

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