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Motorcycle MOT examiners are responsible for testing and servicing all types and sizes of motorcycles to ensure they are safe to be driven on the roads. They carry out the role of a diagnostic technician as well as being responsible for testing the safety of the bikes brought to them.

Duties will include:

  • Diagnosing the cause of a problem
  • Repairing the problem in line with manufacturers’ standards
  • Repairing and replacing vehicle components
  • Testing existing and repaired systems
  • Liaison with manufacturers and parts advisors
  • Ensuring the vehicle is road safe
  • Writing service reports on the work carried out
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As a motorcycle MOT technician you will need to demonstrate:

  • Excellent practical skills
  • The ability to work quickly with attention to detail
  • The ability to work without supervision
  • Good communication skills
  • The ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • A reasonable level of fitness and normal colour vision
  • Confidence in working with diagnostic equipment
  • The ability to keep calm under pressure and stay focussed
  • The ability to solve problems
  • The ability to create written service reports
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There is a minimum age requirement of 20 years and you would have to be sponsored by your testing station in order to sit the qualifications in MOT testing.

A full driving licence in the class/classes of vehicles you wish to test is required, and there can be no unspent convictions for criminal offences.

Current MOT Testers are now required to undertake a minimum of 3 hours of annual training to remain up to date with best practice standards.  All MOT Testers must complete an MOT annual assessment based on the DVSA specification to maintain their professional status. 

 

Qualifications

 

The IMI

IMI Award Level 3 National Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Motorcycle) (VRQ)

IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 1 and 2)

IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 4 and 7)

IMI Level 3 Award in MOT Test Centre Management

 

 

MOT Qualifications

 

New MOT Testers

New MOT Testers will be required to complete a course in order to practice.  These can be found by clicking on the links below and entering your postcode to find your nearest MOT centre and course dates:

 

Existing MOT Testers

Existing MOT Testers are now required to complete 3 hours of training per year and pass an online Annual Assessment base on this training. 

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Please note: These figures are meant as a guide only and may vary from employer to employer and may be dependent on the geographical area.

Most motorcycle MOT technicians work 40 hours a week from Monday to Saturday. This may include some shift and overtime work. You may find yourself working for a dealership or independent garage. Some tasks may be physically demanding although you will use lifting equipment to move heavy parts.

Salary:

  • Salaries may range form £22,000 to £27,000 depending on level of knowledge and experience.

There may be opportunities for shift and overtime pay depending on your employer. You may also be eligible for holiday entitlement, company pension and private healthcare schemes.

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Motorcycle MOT technicians would normally progress into this role from that of a diagnostic technicians, and you would need to have completed your level 3 training in motorcycle maintenance and repair.   You will also need to have at least 4 years experience repairing motorcycles.

 

Apprenticeships

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Advanced- Motor Cycle Diagnostic Technician)  As an apprentice, you could work for a dealership and focus on a particular manufacturer, or work for an independent garage that deals with many different makes of vehicles. In both, you’ll choose your area of specialisation, whether that’s motorcycles, cars, heavy vehicles or vehicle electrical systems. You’ll be working in a service technician type role, carrying out routine maintenance and basic repairs, as well as identifying and reporting faults.

On the Advanced Level Apprenticeship, you’ll learn about more complex faults and how to identify and repair them using sophisticated diagnostic equipment.

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