Overview

IMI Annual MOT CPD – Classroom

The DVSA changed the way MOT Tester training was carried out in 2016 with the introduction of the annual MOT training and assessment program referred to as Continuing Professional Development (CPD). The process required testers to complete a minimum period of training and pass an annual online assessment for the vehicle classes they test to maintain their testing status.

Testers need to provide detailed evidence of the completed training or maintain the appropriate training record – Failure to complete the yearly CPD Training and provide evidence, may result in the suspension of an MOT Testers Status.

How does it work?

To maintain Nominated Tester status for the class of vehicle tested, all testers must:

• Complete and record a minimum of three hours training per year
• Complete and record a minimum of 16 hours training over a rolling 5-year period
• Complete an online assessment questionnaire with a minimum pass rate of 80%

Annual CPD Includes

New Technology
1. Lighting Systems
2. Electric, Hybrid & Hydrogen
3. Health & Safety relating to alternative fuel vehicles
4. Carbon fibre components
5. ‘Fly by wire’ steering systems

MOT Testing Requirements
1. VE powers and procedures
2. Training logs
3. Equipment failure, including linked equipment
4. Test equipment and operating instructions
5. Recording of vehicle details
6. PRS
7. Emissions & smoke test (BET test procedures, smoke test temperature etc)
8. Major/Minor/Dangerous
9. Chassis Types
10. How to deal with technical enquiries

Corrosion and Standards of Repair
1. Prescribed areas
2. Chassis Types
3. Suitable materials
4. Bonded repairs
5. Repairs to steel & alloy wheels
6. Carbon fibre components
7. Brake pipes

General Questions and Information contained in the MOT Manual (Testers Manual)