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Level 2 MOT Tester Course for Class 4 and 7 in Blackpool – Bispham Campus

Cost£840.00
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start15 Feb 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 MOT Tester Course for Class 4 and 7 in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus, part-time over one week. To enrol, you'll need a full UK driving licence, a Level 3 motor vehicle maintenance qualification, and four years of relevant hands-on experience. The MOT tester course for Class 4 and 7 combines classroom sessions with practical training on real testing tasks. You'll build the mechanical knowledge and testing skills needed to carry out MOT tests correctly on Class 4 and 7 vehicles.

Who this course is for

Our Level 2 MOT tester training is designed for people working in motor vehicle maintenance or the automotive industry who want to move into vehicle testing. It builds your motor skills and mechanical knowledge so you can carry out MOT tests correctly and professionally on Class 4 and 7 vehicles. Using a mix of practical training and classroom-based sessions, this automotive training course makes learning clear and easy to follow. Assessments are based on real MOT testing tasks, giving you a strong foundation for work in a MOT test centre or MOT station. By the end of the course, you'll be ready to take the next step towards gaining your MOT tester licence which involves completing an MOT demonstration test which you can organise through the gov. uk website

Entry requirements

To become an MOT tester, you must have: A current and full UK driving licence in the class of vehicles they wish to testA current Level 3 qualification in motor vehicle maintenance for the category you wish to test inFour years' experience working on the class of vehicles you wish to testNo ‘unspent' convictions for criminal offences connected with the MOT testing scheme or the motor trade, or involving acts of violence or intimidation

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the legal requirements and standards that govern MOT testing for Class 4 and 7 vehicles.
  • You'll develop the skills to inspect and assess vehicles against DVSA testing criteria.
  • You'll practise carrying out MOT test procedures correctly and professionally.
  • You'll understand how to identify and record vehicle defects accurately.
  • You'll build knowledge of the mechanical systems relevant to Class 4 and 7 vehicles.
  • You'll learn how to use MOT testing equipment safely and correctly.

How you will learn

Learning combines classroom-based sessions with practical, hands-on training. Assessments are based on real MOT testing tasks, so you demonstrate your skills in a working context. The one-week course is intensive and focused, covering both the knowledge and the practical competence needed to carry out MOT tests on Class 4 and 7 vehicles.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • MOT tester. Carry out Class 4 and 7 vehicle tests at an authorised testing station.
  • Vehicle technician. Combine testing with servicing and repair work.
  • Automotive workshop supervisor. Oversee testing and maintenance operations.
  • Garage manager. Manage an MOT-authorised workshop and testing team.

What you could study next

Once you hold the IMI Level 2 MOT Tester Award, you could look at the IMI Technical Specialist in MOT Testing for additional vehicle classes, such as Class 1 and 2 (motorcycles). If you want to move into management or quality roles, a Level 3 qualification in automotive management or a DVSA-approved quality controller course could be a useful next step.

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