MOT Training

MOT Training

To Become an MOT Tester

  • MOT Tester Class 4 & 7 - 4 day - £ 899+VAT
    Public Calendar: Available Dates at LKQ Academy Training Centres

UPDATE: 1ST FEBRUARY 2026

DVSA are tightening up the whole process, they have brought changes, that started on the 1st Feb, that you need to be aware of.

Applicants now need to still complete a Tester Eligibility Form, this is what the team send out via Docusign, we really need focus on getting this completed ASAP when sent... 

An MOT tester Applicant, needs the following;

  • Mechanical Experience: You must have at least 4 years’ full-time employment in a workshop, servicing and repairing the vehicle classes you intend to test.
  • Driving Licence: A current and full UK driving licence for the relevant vehicle classes.
  • Qualifications: For vehicle classes 3, 4, 5, or 7, you must hold an acceptable Level 3 qualification or accreditation recognized by the DVSA.
  • Good Repute: You must have no unspent criminal convictions for offences related to the motor trade, violence, or intimidation.

Where things have been tightened, the applicant needs to prove their employment history; From the DVSA,

The eligibility form requires you to provide verifiable proof of your employment history, which may include:

  • Payslips, invoices, or contracts.
  • Signed reference letters from employers on company letterhead.
  • HMRC employment history records (which can be requested via a Subject Access Request). 

The DVSA application form has a link to the HMRC to enable the candidate to prove their work experience. 

All queries/sales etc. need to be going to mot@lkqacademy.co.uk this is so everything is traceable, trackable and always staffed

Light Vehicle Inspection [LVI]

Light Vehicle Inspection [Level 3 Accreditation] - 1 day - £ 599+VAT

Public Calendar: Available Dates at LKQ Academy Training Centres

IMI ACCREDITATION ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS - INSPECTION
Module Overview:
This module is to assess the competence of the candidate’s knowledge, skill and ability to check vehicle electrical systems and diagnose an electrical fault using a logical method.  The candidate will need to access vehicle information such as component location and the appropriate electrical wiring diagrams, together with the use of electrical test equipment such as multi-meter and fault code / scan tools to diagnose the system fault. Once the electrical fault has been diagnosed, the candidate should have the ability to rectify the fault, reconfigure system components and erase fault codes to allow the candidate to check the system is functioning as per the vehicle manufacturer’s original specification.

IMI ACCREDITATION BRAKING SYSTEM - INSPECTION
Module Overview:
This module is to ensure that the candidate has the ability to carry out vehicle brake inspection(s) using various methods such as visual and measuring braking components using the appropriate tools and equipment (micrometer / DTI).
The candidate should be able to use the appropriate workshop equipment (such as brake roller tester equipment), review the information to identify the processes / techniques needed to rectify brake system faults and recommend any actions required.

IMI ACCREDITATION EMISSION SYSTEM - INSPECTION
Module Overview:
This module is to ensure that the candidate has the ability to carry out emission testing on light vehicles fitted with either petrol or diesel engines.  The candidate will be able to use the appropriate vehicle and / or equipment manufacturer information to identify the processes / techniques required to test, diagnose and rectify vehicle emission faults.

IMI ACCREDITATION STEERING & SUSPENSION SYSTEM - INSPECTION
Module Overview:
This module is to ensure that the candidate has the ability to carry out vehicle suspension system inspection(s) using the appropriate method, dependant on the suspension system, using the appropriate tools and equipment.  The candidate will be able to use the appropriate workshop equipment (such as turntable plates), review the information to identify the processes / techniques needed to rectify suspension system faults and recommend any actions required.

IMI ACCREDITATION VEHICLE APPRAISAL - INSPECTION
Module Overview:
This module is to ensure that the candidate has the ability to carry out a vehicle inspection(s) using a logical method / routine, using the appropriate workshop tools and equipment.  The candidate will be able to identify the processes / techniques needed to rectify system faults and recommend any actions required for repair.

Please download and pass the below PDF's to your customer/candidate so they can understand what knowledge they require and what skills they require to attend this accreditation. This accreditation DOES NOT include any training.

IMI ACCREDITATION ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS - INSPECTION
IMI ACCREDITATION BRAKING SYSTEM - INSPECTION
IMI ACCREDITATION EMISSION SYSTEM - INSPECTION
IMI ACCREDITATION STEERING & SUSPENSION SYSTEM - INSPECTION
IMI ACCREDITATION VEHICLE APPRAISAL - INSPECTION

To Become an MOT Manager [AEDM]

MOT Centre Management - 2 day - £ 599+VAT
Public Calendar: Available Dates at LKQ Academy Training Centres

  • What position does the candidate hold in the business?
    • They MUST be one of the following: Owner, Director or Named Business Partner or Senior Management
  • Candidate does not need any Technical Experience or Qualifications
  • Candidate requires to have a DBS Certificate