Overview

SEG Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Class 1&2)

The course will cover theory and practical training on being an MOT tester.

The course lasts at least 29 hours and you will spend at least 8 hours doing practical training. There will be pre reading included and some homework during the time on the course to ensure all guided learning hours are met.

Entry requirements

To take this course, learners must meet the following criteria:

• Have a full and current driving licence for the 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 connected with MOT testing or the motor trade, or involving acts of violence or intimidation
• Be ‘of good repute’ – the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency will decide this to make sure you’re suitable to be an MOT tester
• You are not currently suspended or disqualified from MOT testing

Content

Units covered in this qualification include:

• 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 an MOT test
• Carrying out an MOT test

After you complete the Award in MOT Testing Class 1 & 2, DVSA will need to observe you complete a VT8 demo MOT test. Once you have done this you will receive your testers licence.

An active VTS account is required to attend this course.

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