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Southern England’s Premier MOT Tester Training Centre

MOT Testers Course Class 4 & 7

Basingstoke, Hampshire

Our MOT training centre in Basingstoke is ideal for MOT Testers across the South of England, with easy access by road or train. We regularly welcome MOT Testers from across Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey, across to Wiltshire and up into Oxfordshire.

Gain a nationally accepted qualification in class 4 and 7 testing with our MOT Testers Course.

£840

(incl. VAT)

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MOT Tester Training Course Hampshire

Gain a nationally accepted qualification in class 4 & 7 MOT testing and increase your earning potential.

To become an MOT Tester, you will need to achieve the MOT Qualification for each vehicle class that you want to test, which is a minimum of 24 hours training with at least eight hours practical.

You will need to complete a VT8 (Demonstration Test) which will be observed by the DVSA. This can be done at your Vehicle Testing Station or at MOT Learning Services.

Once you have achieved both the MOT Qualification and the VT8, you can then carry out MOT’s at a Vehicle Testing Station.

You will need:

What's covered on the MOT tester training course?

MOT Tester Training

Our MOT training centre is based in Basingstoke and we work with MOT Vehicle Testing Stations from across the South of England.

Dedicated Training in Smaller Groups

Our training courses are available for self-employed testers, or people working within an organisation.

Carried out in smaller groups, we ensure you get the most out of your MOT Tester training and get to ask the questions that matter to you.

MOT Training Centre Classroom in Basingstoke
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Graham Watts
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Fantastic Company, very informative and helpful Highly recommended their courses
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I honestly can’t recommend MOT Learning Services enough! A few weeks ago, I completed my ATA course with Pete. It was brilliantly presented, and I immediately felt like I was somewhere I belonged. Nobody talked down to you, if that makes sense, and everything was explained in a friendly and relatable way. That made me keen to return and complete my MOT course there too. Fast-forward a couple of weeks, and I was back again! This time I met Ian—what a great guy. He’s really down-to-earth, relatable and very good at both taking and delivering the banter! 🤣 More importantly, he teaches the material in a way you can genuinely understand, rather than simply repeating phrases from a textbook. Then there’s Dave—a really nice fella who enjoys a laugh but also gets the job done. He’s also particularly happy when you bring biscuits! 🤣🤣 Finally, there’s Louise, Ian’s wife—and definitely the better half! 🤣 She does a fantastic job behind the scenes and made sure I had everything I needed to complete the course. Honestly, what a great bunch of people. They make you feel welcome, comfortable and supported from start to finish. I’ll definitely be sending all of my staff to MOT Learning Services for their future training. Highly recommended! 👏🔧
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Excellent team, Ian is very knowledgeable and made the course very interesting & informative. I will definitely coming back for my EV and MOT training.
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Ian and David where brilliant and at most helpful with my training, I felt welcome and very well looked after, training was smooth and enjoyable, course information was presented smooth and entertaining. I cannot recommend this training centre enough. Thank You for the knowledge and good time. Will be back for EV high voltage training. See You soon.
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Spent a couple of days with Ian on the MOT managers course, Ian was very knowledgeable in this subject and has provided a great training package 👍
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Attended the managers training course. Ian was really informative and engaging. Thank you. Would recommend.
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Great experience here with Ian for the MOT Manager Course, could not recommend enough. His level of knowledge will be hard to find anywhere else and was of a great help. Made the whole process really easy and was very accommodating! Came away feeling a lot more confident about the whole process. If you are questioning where to go, it’s here.
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Attended MOT training course in January to become an MOT tester. Ian and the team were absolutely brilliant. Ian makes the course enjoyable as well as making sure all attendees understand the importance of the role of MOT tester and the implications it can have. Would highly recommend.
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Ian was very knowledgeable and the training was delivered in an easy to follow manner. I'd defiantly recommend using MOT Learning Services.
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I can't recommend the Mot training course enough , I've done courses years ago and this one knocked them out of the park , I've learnt so much more on this course , big thanks to Ian , Pete and the team , definitely a training centre that I would highly recommend

General FAQ

What makes your training centre different?

At MOT Learning Services it’s about you and your future as an MOT tester. We are not a big company that needs to push through lots of testers, so what makes us different is that we take our time to make sure you receive the best and up to date course possible, giving you real life scenarios that we have come across as MOT testers.

Where is your training centre?

Level 1 Concept House, Bell Road, Basingstoke, RG24 8FB.

Do you supply refreshments?

We supply free coffee, tea, sugar and milk. You can purchase cans of drink from our fridge and packets of crisp’s there is an honesty box within the tearoom. If you bring lunch with you feel free to use the fridge if you’d like to buy lunch, then there are several options we will tell you these on the day.

MOT Testers Course Class 4 & 7

How long does it take to complete your Nominated Testers training course?

At MOT Learning Services we carry out our nominated testers course training over four days. You will receive a relaxed but very serious approach to the MOT scheme, and we pride ourselves on delivering the best possible training to enhance your future as a MOT tester.

Can I become a MOT Tester if I have over four years of experience but no qualifications?

You can become a MOT Tester, but you would need to complete an ATA accreditation which is a one-day assessment. This will then enable you to do the Nominated Testers course.

Am I be able to complete the nominated testers course with a non-UK qualification certificate?

We have a list of acceptable and non-acceptable non-UK qualification so it is always worth popping your qualification certificates into an email so we can check them.

Does my apprenticeship count against the four years of experience?

Yes, as long as you have completed four years within the motor trade working on the type of vehicle you are going to be testing.

What do I need to bring with me on the first day of the nominated testers course?

Your employer would have been sent an application form please fill this in and bring it with you along with the following, safety footwear, suitable

clothing to work in a workshop environment (no shorts), full UK driving licence and your Level 3 qualification certificates.

Is your MOT training centre a certified training facility?

Yes, we are we are an IMI approved centre working to the highest of standards.

Do you have on-site MOT testing facilities?

Yes, we have use of our own MOT certified facilities which are sectioned of from the main workshop to make your learning process much less nerve racking.

Can you be my nominated workshop to be signed off by the DVSA?

Yes, we can. There is an additional cost, but we carry out an extra days training before you face the DVSA, and we will help you with the whole demonstration booking process.

How do I complete my DBS check and what is it?

DBS stands for data barring service; this check is a criminal records check not only will you need the hardcopy certificate, but you will need a check code, please see our step-by-step demonstration booking instructions on how to do this.

When should I do my DBS check?

Your DBS check must be done within a three-month window of your demonstration booking. The DVSA will not accept a DBS check that’s gone over the three-month period. The DVSA will also not accept a standard or enhanced DBS check it must be a Basic DBS check.

How do I book my MOT demonstration test with the DVSA?

If you are doing this for the first time it can be a bit of a mine field, please see our step-by-step instruction on how to book your demonstration test.
If you still struggle after this, please do not hesitate to give the centre a call.

I was under the illusion I had to be 21 to carry out MOT training?

If you started an apprenticeship when you where 16 and your four years’ of experience is completed at the age of 20, then you can go ahead and complete your Nominated testers course.

Are there any hotels within travelling distance to your centre?
There are several hotels that we have within the Basingstoke area approximately 2–10-mile radius of the training centre. Please see the list of the local hotels here.

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Contact Details

Training Centre Address

Concept House
Bell Road,
Basingstoke
Hampshire RG24 8FB

Christmas

We will be closed from 24th December until the 2nd of January and will respond to any enquiries as soon as we return.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas.