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Why You Should Become an MOT Tester   

17 April 2025
If you're a professional in the Automotive industry looking to expand your skill set and advance your career, becoming an MOT Tester is a fantastic st

If you’re a professional in the Automotive industry looking to expand your skill set and advance your career, becoming an MOT Tester is a fantastic step forward.  

With the demand for qualified MOT Testers increasing nationwide, this qualification opens up new career paths, enhances your expertise, and boosts your earning potential.   

Here’s why taking an MOT Tester course could be the best decision for your career.   

Ensure your services are in High Demand  

MOT Testers play a vital role in ensuring vehicles are safe and meet legal standards. As the number of vehicles on UK roads increases, so will the need for qualified MOT Testers.  

This means that once you’re qualified, you’ll have consistent demand for your services and job security in a growing industry.   

Studying in Dover also means you’ll gain invaluable experiences in our workshop with new Hybrid vehicles. Hybrid and Electric cars are rising in popularity, so you’ll be ahead of the game when it comes to their MOT tests. 

Boost your Earning Potential   

Many garages and service centres offer higher wages to qualified MOT Testers, and if you’re self-employed, it’s an excellent way to attract more business.   

By offering MOT Testing alongside your other services, you can expand your customer base, build trust with existing clients, and generate repeat business that will last a lifetime. 

A student inspects a car engine

Gain a qualification in just a few days 

MOT Tester courses at EKC Dover College are designed to be detailed yet efficient, with our courses taking four days to complete. During this time, you’ll learn essential skills, including:   

– Pre-MOT vehicle checks   

– Understanding DVSA MOT testing standards   

– Health and safety practices in the workshop   

– Proper communication with customers and colleagues   

– Managing and maintaining your CPD (Continuous Professional Development)   

Once you complete the course and pass the assessment, you’ll be certified and ready to start working as a qualified MOT Tester straight away. 

On-site learning in our modern Automotive Workshop 

MOT Tester courses are structured to provide a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. You’ll gain lots of experience inspecting vehicles, identifying issues, and performing safety checks. This training ensures that when you step into a garage or testing bay, you’ll feel confident and prepared to carry out MOT tests effectively.   

In addition, our experienced instructors with years of industry knowledge, are there to guide you with every step, helping you develop skills that are directly transferable to your workplace.   

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Expand Your Professional Network   

As you study to become an MOT Tester, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other like-minded professionals in the Automotive industry.  

Building a strong network can lead to valuable knowledge being shared, and the chance to have -more opportunities in the future. 

A College student inspects the engine of a black car

If you’re ready to enhance your career, increase your earnings and play a critical role in vehicle safety, becoming an MOT Tester is the perfect choice.  

Explore our MOT courses online, or visit an Open Day to learn more.