Majority of MOT testers yet to pass annual training

Complete annual training before March 31 or face being struck off from testing, IGA warns

Majority of MOT testers yet to pass annual training

There are still around 50,000, of the 64,652 MOT testers in the UK, that have not yet completed their Annual Training, DVSA data indicates.

With a little over 3 months remaining the Independent Garage Association (IGA) is urging MOT stations to encourage their testers to complete annual training before March 31, 2023 – or face being struck off from testing.

MOT Testers failing to complete and pass the Annual Assessment by the deadline will immediately be suspended from testing and consequently will be unable to undertake any MOT Testing until they have completed and passed next years’ training and assessment, then completed a ‘demonstration test’ with a DVSA representative.

This year’s assessment pass mark remains at 80 per cent but, due to the wide scope of the assessment syllabus, the IGA advises testers to ensure they complete their training and assessment as early as possible to accommodate potential re-takes.

2022/23 topics for group B (cars)

  • Managing your MTS Account and MOT Annual Training
  • Brake Test Procedures
  • MOT Test Procedures
  • The MOT Inspection Manual for cars and passenger vehicles

2022/23 topics for group A (motorcycles)

  • Managing your MTS Account and MOT Annual Training
  • Brake Test Procedures
  • MOT Test Procedures
  • The MOT Inspection Manual for motorcycles

An IGA spokseperson said: “Don’t risk suspension from testing – find out how the RMI Academy of Automotive Skills can support your staff so they can confidently complete their requirements with plenty of time to spare.

“Six MOT annual training packages are available to ensure that all testers can comply with DVSA’s compulsory training by this year’s deadline.

“These range from face-to-face training at your garage premises or an RMI Academy venue, to remote learning either online or in a physical workbook.”

Browse the RMI Academy of Automotive Skills training options online here.

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