If you are looking for an MOT training provider, it is important to ensure they are approved by a recognised awarding organisation and that their courses meet DVSA requirements. All MOT Testers must complete approved training and hold the correct qualifications before applying to become a Nominated Tester. Before enrolling on an MOT Tester course, technicians must normally have at…
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PLEASE NOTE: Please contact us here If you are interested in a subscription for MOT SHIELD. Contact Us Penalty points from DVSA – how it happens, what to do next Testing quality is at an all-time low, and DVSA are pledged to do something about it, so we ask: “Can MOT businesses now expect a disciplinary crackdown from DVSA?” We also…
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It’s been two years since the DVSA rolled-out its new MOT risk rating system, but confusion around how the ‘Red-Amber-Green’ (RAG) rating is calculated still remains. Suffering from a resource shortage, the DVSA created the RAG rating system to make their use of time more efficient. It is basically a ‘torch’ the DVSA can use to highlight potential bad practice…
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Surveying its network of over 450 temporary vehicle technicians and MOT Testers during the unprecedented lockdown, Autotech Recruit has responded to calls for greater training by launching its own platform on Our Virtual Academy – enabling contractors to access FREE training. In addition, as the training provision will incorporate courses in Hybrid and Electric vehicles, the move is also set…
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Following 2035 petrol and diesel ban announcement Autotech Recruit rolls out on-site EV training News recently that, under a climate change drive, the sale of petrol and diesel cars could be banned in 15 years should propel the automotive industry into addressing the serious need for vehicle technicians to be skilled in electric and hybrid vehicle servicing. According to the…
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New MOT centre management guidance and blog post published DVSA have published a guide to the Management systems, policies and checks you need in place at your MOT centre to make sure MOT Testing is done to the right standard. Link to the web page is here DVSA have also produced a PDF poster summarizing the points covered in the…
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PicoScope 4823: 8-Channel high-speed automotive oscilloscope Today Pico Technology launches the PicoScope 4823, its first 8-channel oscilloscope for the automotive market. The PicoScope 4823 oscilloscope is ideal for those involved in advanced diagnostics, training or vehicle design. The 8 channels allow multiple sensors, actuators and CAN / CAN FD signals to be monitored at the same time at up to…
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Straightset are pleased to announce it has just launched its new e-commerce website at www.straightset.co.uk. The new site showcases Straightsets’ 30 years of garage equipment experience, including its carefully selected manufacturers and the some of the exciting projects Straightset are proud to have been a part of. The website navigates customers to the right content depending on whether they are…
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The revolutionary new Snap-on® Intelligent Diagnostics live on ZEUS is the ultimate time-saver and provides technicians with the fastest path to complete the job. ZEUS is the first tool to operate exclusively with Intelligent Diagnostics and what makes it unique is that it anticipates the technician’s next move and guides them through every step to find the solution by displaying…
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The new Snap-on® ETHOS® Edge full function scan tool takes entry-level diagnostics to a new high in performance and coverage. It provides coverage for over 30 vehicle manufacturers and more than 100 vehicle systems, including TPMS, hybrid power, collision avoidance and steering angle sensor. Time-saving features include Auto vehicle ID to read the VIN so technicians don’t have to and…
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Technicians’ problem-solving abilities will be given a boost with the latest diagnostic platform software upgrade from Snap-on. The new release brings 2017 model year updates as well as back-filling data from previous years, ensuring that users’ tools are brought right up to date with the most comprehensive vehicle coverage to ensure they are ready for the vehicles they are dealing…
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PMD Business Finance is one of the UK’s leading providers of automotive equipment finance. The firm can finance any equipment in the sector, which is why it considers itself a ‘true finance partner’. Predominantly, PMD’s clients are small to medium-sized businesses and PMD specialises in building long-term relationships. PMD is lending in excess of £75M each year, and this level…
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“Why should I worry about DVSA Discipline?” you may ask. “I take good care of my business, I watch my NTs carefully, they are well-trained, I have a QC regime in place and I’ve never had a problem”. A good point. But consider the following cases, both of which involved Testing Stations which contacted us after they had received letters…
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This item first appeared in MOT Testing Magazine’s August 2012 edition Straightset’s Andrew Bates offers a perspective MOT Costs – where the money goes! The most expensive item in your MOT bay is the premises. And the next most expensive item when operating an MOT bay item is the cost of staff. Over 10 years one Tester costs, about £250,000?…
Read MoreAny person, company or partnership can become an Authorised Examiner provided they can show themselves to be a ‘legal entity’ to which DVSA can allocate the formal responsibility of being in charge. They must also show that they are of ‘good repute’ and ‘adequate financial standing’, and of course over the age of 18. Premises and Equipment To become an…
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Becoming an MOT Tester This page replaces the section previously published on MOT Training. DVSA have radically changed MOT Training. Tester training will be carried out by private training organisations; technical colleges, private training companies or even training departments of large businesses. The same will apply to ‘MOT Manager’ courses. There is also a replacement for the old five-yearly one-day refresher…
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The National Tyre Distributors Association – NTDA With over 2,500 independent tyre centres and 300 leading companies in membership, the National Tyre Distributors Association (NTDA) provides professional representation for the UK’s independent tyre distribution and fast fit specialists with nearly 1000 centres offering MOT service. Established since 1930 The NTDA was established in 1930, making it one of the automotive…
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Test your knowledge of the MOT Test. We’ve put together some fairly easy questions about the MOT – with a couple of tricky ones to make you think. Link to answers page is at the end. (Note: There are no prizes, and where answers are disputed the Editor assures us he is right). 1. Your bumper has been seriously damaged…
Read More1. Your bumper has been seriously damaged in an accident so you have taken it off and the bumper irons stick out dangerously. Would this cause an MOT failure? b) No, because a dangerous protrusion only results in a failure if it arises because the bodywork has either been damaged or is corroded. 2. Your battery is loose and a…
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