In this article
Introduction
To become an MOT Tester, you must first have an accepted qualification or accreditation. In this article, we list all the currently accepted qualifications, which if you hold at least 1, you can apply to become an MOT Tester. We also list the qualifications not accepted, which if you only hold 1 or more of these, would not make you eligible to apply to become an MOT tester.Accepted qualifications
Here is a list of all the currently accepted qualifications. You can use the search bar to filter the table down to see if your qualification/accreditation is currently accepted.
| Awarding Body | Qualification | Country | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Awards | Vehicle Technician Accredited Assessment (VTAA) | UK | |
| Aberdeen Technical College | Stage II in Motor Vehicle Mechanics’ Work | UK | |
| AMD | L3 NVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems – Maintenance and Repair (LV) | UK | |
| AMD | L3 NVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems – Maintenance and Repair (HV) | UK | |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) | Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical (Light Vehicle) | Australia | |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) | AUR30612 Certificate III in Light Vehiicle Mechanical Technology | Australia | |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) | AUR30616 Certificate III in Light Vehiicle Mechanical Technology | Australia | |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) | AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis | Australia | |
| Autohaus Heinen GmbH | Apprenticeship as Motormechanic | Germany | |
| Automotive Mechatronics Technician | Journeyman Certification (L3 only) | Germany | |
| Automotive Skills | Modern/Advanced Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair | UK | |
| Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) | Inspection Technician – Route: Light Vehicle | UK | |
| Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) | Light Vehicle Diagnostic Technician | UK | |
| Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) | Light Vehicle Master Technician | UK | |
| Barnfield College | Level III NVQ in Motor Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems – Year 3 Light Vehicle | UK | |
| Bolton Institute of Higher Education | Higher National Diploma in Automobile Engineering | UK | |
| Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) | BTEC National Diploma in Engineering (Motor Vehicle Studies) | UK | |
| Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) | Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma in Engineering | UK | |
| Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) | BTEC National Certificate in Engineering | UK | |
| Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) | BTEC National Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering | UK | |
| CENTRA (North Western Regional Advisory Council for Further Education) | Motor Vehicle Craft Studies, Light and Heavy Vehicles – Part II (First year) | UK | |
| Chamber of Crafts | Certificate of Craftsman – Journeyman Car Mechanic | Poland | |
| Chamber of Crafts | Master Craftsman’s Diploma of Car Mechanics | Poland | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | 4100 Progression Award in Automotive Vehicle Servicing and Repair – Level III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Automobile Engineering Practice | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate for Motor Vehicle Technicians | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Light Vehicle Mechanics’ Craft Studies – Part II or III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics’ Craft Studies – Part II or III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Craft Practice – Part II | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Craft Studies – Part II or III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Craft Studies Modular – Part III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Craft Studies (pre 381 syllabus) – Part II | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Craft Studies, 381 – Part II or III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics Craft Studies, 381 – Part II | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics’ Work – Part II | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Servicing and Repair and Motor Vehicle Engineering | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate of Motor Vehicle Technician – Part I | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Repair and Servicing of Road Vehicles, 383 – Level II or III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles at SCQF Level 7 | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Full Technological Certificate for Motor Vehicle Technicians | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III Award in Automotive Vehicle Maintenance | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III Certificate in Engineering, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III Diploma in Engineering – Military Vehicles | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Automotive Maintenance and Repair Heavy Vehicle | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Car and Commercial Vehicle Repair | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) 100/5230/6 | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Heavy Vehicle) Q1053110 | ||
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III SVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III VRQ Diploma in Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Modular Certificate in Motor Vehicle Craft Studies – Part III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | The Craft Certificate in Motor Vehicle Craft Studies | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | The National Craft Certificate – Motor Vehicle Studies LV or HV | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems Maintenance and Repair LV | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems Maintenance and Repair HV | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Automotive Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) 100/5344/x | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Pre-Vehicle Testing Assessment (3428-01) | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level IV Diploma in Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics and Management Principles | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level lll Advanced Technical Certificate in the Automotive Industry | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level IV Certificate in Advanced Automotive Diagnostic Techniques | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Pre-Vehicle Testing Assessment (3428-01) | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Engineering Maintenance (Mechanical) (Scheme 1788) | UK | |
| Continuing Education Centre in Rzesow | Mechanical Technician Specialising in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair | Poland | |
| Defence Awarding Organisation | DAO Level 4 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Repair, Maintenance and Workshop Management | UK | |
| Department of Apprentices in the chamber of commerce Styria | Motor Vehicle Mechanic | Austria | |
| District Examination Commission in Krakow | Certificate of competence an automotive vehicles technician | Poland | |
| District Examination Commission in Lodz | Certificate of competence an automotive vehicles technician | Poland | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Advanced Diploma in Engineering and Technology (Multi-Skill) | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Level III NVQ Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance (Mechanical) | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Level III NVQ Diploma in Automotive Engineering (QCF) | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Level III NVQ in Automotive Engineering Vehicle Fitting | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Level III NVQ in Engineering Assembly | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Level III NVQ in Engineering Maintenance (Mechanical) | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Level III VRQ Diploma in Engineering Technology – Motorsport | UK | |
| East Midland Educational Union | Motor Vehicle Craft Studies, Part II – First Year: Light Vehicle Mechanics | UK | |
| East Midland Further Education Council | 381 Motor Vehicle Craft Studies, Part II – First Year (Light Vehicle Mechanics) | UK | |
| East Midland Further Education Council | Certificate – 390 Motor Vehicle Technicians’ Course – Second Year | UK | |
| EDI Awards | Level III NVQ in Transport Engineering and Maintenance (Mechanical) | UK | |
| Engineering Training Authority (EnTra) | Level III NVQ in Engineering Maintenance | UK | |
| Engineering Training Authority (EnTra) | Level III NVQ in Engineering Maintenance (Mechanical) | UK | |
| Engineering Training Authority (EnTra) | Level III NVQ in Engineering Manufacture (Craft Competences) Mechanical (Fitting) | UK | |
| FAS – Training & Employment Authority | Apprenticeship Programme | Ireland | |
| Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) | Level VI Advanced Certificate of Craft – Motor Mechanics | Ireland | |
| Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) | Level VI Certificate of Craft – Motor Mechanics | Ireland | |
| Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) | National Craft Certificate – Apprenticeship as Motor Mechanic | Ireland | |
| Further Education Examinations Board Zimbabwe | National Craft Certificate in Motor Mechanics | Zimbabwe | |
| Government of Kerala, State Board of Technical Education | Diploma in Automobile Engineering | India | |
| Government of Rhodesia | Rhodesian National Craft Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics Work | Rhodesia | |
| Guild of the Motor Car Business | Certificate of Motor Car Mechanic – Commercial Vehicle Maintenance | Germany | |
| Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education | Higher Diploma in Automotive Engineering | Hong Kong | |
| IFPA | Advanced Motor Mechanics | Zimbabwe | |
| Institute of Employment and Professional Training | Auto Mechatronic Technician | Portugal | |
| Jelgava Craft Secondary School | Diploma of Professional Secondary Education 33 5224 Motor Transport | Latvia | |
| Kingston University | BEng in Automotive Systems Engineering Technology | UK | |
| Klaipeda Service and Business School | Vocational Training Diploma | Lithuania | |
| Kuttukaran Institute for Human Resources Development | Diploma in Automobile Engineering and Management | India | |
| Loughborough College | Higher National Diploma in Motor Vehicle Management | UK | |
| Loughborough College | Level III NVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems | UK | |
| Loughborough University | BEng in Automotive Engineering | UK | |
| MAN Truck and Bus | Modern Apprenticeship and Level III NVQ in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems, Maintenance and Repair | UK | |
| Manfacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (merSETA) | Level 4 Motor Mechanic | South Africa | |
| Manpower Planning and Development Act | Certificate of Skilled Worker Qualification | Zimbabwe | |
| Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (MERSETA) | Level III Qualification Motor Mechanic | UK | |
| Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (MERSETA) | Level IV Qualification Motor Mechanic | UK | |
| Massey University | Advanced Certificate in Automotive Engineering | New Zealand | |
| Mercedes-Benz | Advanced Apprenticeship Program – Level III NVQ and Technical Certificate / VCQ and VRQ | UK | |
| Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia | Diploma of Professional Secondary Education 33 525 01 Auto Transports | Latvia | |
| Ministry of Higher Education | National Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics | Zimbabwe | |
| Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities | Certificate of Qualification as Truck and Coach Technician | Canada | |
| Motor Industry Employees’ Union of South Africa | Membership as Motor Mechanic | South Africa | |
| Motor Industry Training Board | Certificate for Motor Mechanic | Germany | |
| Motor Industry Training Council | National Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems, Maintenance and Repair – Light Vehicles | UK | |
| Motor Industry Training Standards Council | Level III NVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) | UK | |
| National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority | AutomobileMechanic/Technician | Sri Lanka | |
| National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority | National Certificate Automobile Mechanic | Sri Lanka | |
| National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) | Certificate of Master Automobile Technician | VA, USA | |
| National joint Council for Motor Vehicle Retail and Repair Industry | National Craft Certificate for Vehicle Mechanics and Systems | UK | |
| National joint Council for Motor Vehicle Retail and Repair Industry | National Craft Certificate for Light Vehicle Mechanic | UK | |
| New South Wales Technical and Further Education Commission | Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology AUR30405 | Australia | |
| New Zealand Qualifications Authority | National Certificate in Motor Industry Automotive Engineering | New Zealand | |
| North Worcestershire College | Diploma in Automobile Engineering | UK | |
| Northern Counties Technical Examination Council | Light and Heavy Vehicle Mechanics Part II – First year | UK | |
| Northern Counties Technical Examination Council | Motor Vehicle Mechanics – Second Year | UK | |
| Norwegian Directorate for Education and Training | Certificate for Upper Secondary Education and Training | Norway | |
| NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (MITO) | Apprenticeship in Automotive Engineering | New Zealand | |
| NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (MITO) | Level 3 in Automotive Engineering | New Zealand | |
| Office of Director of Apprenticeships Hong Kong | Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship | Hong Kong | |
| Oxford Brooks University | BEng in Automotive Engineering | UK | |
| Oxford Brooks University | FdSc Road & Race Car Technology | UK | |
| Oxford Brooks University | Higher National Certificate Automotive Management and Technology | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC Higher National Certificate in Automotive Engineering (HNC) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC Higher National Diploma in Automotive Engineering (HND) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Vehicle Technology (QCF) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC Higher National Certificate in Motor Vehicle Management and Technology | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC Higher/National Certificate in Engineering | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC National Certificate in Engineering (Motor Vehicle Studies) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC National Certificate or ONC Motor Vehicle Engineering | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level II BTEC First Diploma in Engineering (Motor Vehicle Studies) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level II BTEC First Diploma in Vehicle Service and Technology (Mechanical) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC National Certificate in Vehicle Repair and Technology | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC National Diploma in Vehicle Repair and Technology (Light Vehicle) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC National Certificate in Vehicle Technology | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC National Diploma in Vehicle Technology | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC National Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motorsports) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Vehicle Technology (QCF) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | TEC Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Edexcel Level III BTEC National Diploma in Land-Based Technology | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motorsports)(QCF) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC Extended Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motorsports)(QCF) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC NVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems – Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicles) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level 4 BTEC HNC Diploma in Automotive Diagnostics and Management Principles (QCF) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III NVQ Diploma in Bus and Coach Engineering anf Maintenance (mechelec)(QCF) | UK | |
| Prosper | Modern Apprenticeship in the Motor Industry | UK | |
| Provincial Committee of Education Scientific and Culture | Diploma for Graduate of Secondary Professional School with a Specialisation as Technical Automechanic | Yugoslavia | |
| Public Integrated Professional Training Centre Valencia | Higher Vehicle Transport and Maintenance | Spain | |
| QQI Awards | Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Craft – Motor Mechanics | Ireland | |
| Qualification Council for Trades & Occupations | Trade Certificate: Automotive Motor Mechanic 653101 | South Africa | |
| Qualification Council for Trades & Occupations | Trade Certificate: Automotive Diesel Mechanic 653306 | South Africa | |
| Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) | Level III NVQ in Light Vehicle Mechanics | UK | |
| Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) | Level III NVQ in Maintaining Automotive Vehicles (Mechanical) | UK | |
| Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) | Level III NVQ in Maintaining Passenger Carrying Vehicles (Mechanical) | UK | |
| Regional Examination Board in Wroclaw | Certificate of competence an automotive vehicles technician | Poland | |
| Remit | Level III NVQ for Light Vehicle Technician | UK | |
| Republic of South Africa | National Technical Certificate Part III | South Africa | |
| Republic of South Africa Department of Education and Culture | National Certificate | South Africa | |
| Republic of South Africa Department of Education and Culture | National N4 Certificate | South Africa | |
| Republic of South Africa Department of Labour | Certificate for Motor Mechanic South Africa | South Africa | |
| Republic of South Africa Department of Manpower | Certificate of Motor Mechanic | South Africa | |
| Royal Mail | Apprenticeship with Level III NVQ, BTEC Level III – 4 years | UK | |
| Salisbury Polytechnic | Higher National Technical Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – Automotive | UK | |
| Scottish Motor Trade Association | Apprenticeship as Light Vehicle Mechanic | UK | |
| Scottish Motor Trade Association | Apprenticeship as Motor Mechanic – 5 years | UK | |
| Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Systems | UK | |
| Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) | Higher National Certificate in Engineering Mechanical | UK | |
| Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) | Higher National Certificate in Motor Vehicle System Diagnostics | UK | |
| Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) | Higher National Diploma in Automotive Engineering | UK | |
| Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) | Higher National Diploma in Automotive Engineering and Management | UK | |
| Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) | Level III SVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) | UK | |
| Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) | Level III SVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic systems: Maintenance and Repair: Light Vehicle | UK | |
| Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) | National Certificate (Third Year) in Motor Vehicle Mechanics | UK | |
| Scottish Technical Education Council | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering (Mechanical) – Part I and II | UK | |
| Scottish Technical Education Council | Higher Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering | UK | |
| Scottish Technical Education Council | Higher Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering | UK | |
| Scottish Vocational Education Council (SCOTVEC) | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering | UK | |
| Scottish Vocational Education Council (SCOTVEC) | Higher National Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering | UK | |
| Scottish Vocational Education Council (SCOTVEC) | Level III SVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems, Maintenance and Repair | UK | |
| Scottish Vocational Education Council (SCOTVEC) | National Certificate | UK | |
| Scottish Vocational Education Council (SCOTVEC) | National Certificate in Vehicle Mechanics & System Part III | UK | |
| SEG Awards | ABC Vehicle Technician Accredited Assessment | UK | |
| Sheffield Hallam University | BSc in Automotive Technology | UK | |
| South African Certification Council | National N3 Certificate | South Africa | |
| South African Motor Industry Training Board | Motor Mechanic Certificate | South Africa | |
| Stirling Council Youth Support Community Services | Level III SVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems | UK | |
| Technical School No. 2 Pulway | Graduation Certificate of Secondary Technical School | Poland | |
| Technician Education Council (TEC) | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering – Level I | UK | |
| Technician Education Council (TEC) | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering – Level II | UK | |
| Technician Education Council (TEC) | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering – Level II | UK | |
| Technician Education Council (TEC) | Higher National Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering Management | UK | |
| The Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education | Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) Level 3 | UK | |
| The Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education | Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3 | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems, Maintenance and Repair (600 Series) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Certificate in Light Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems, Maintenance and Repair | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Diploma for Automotive Master Technicians | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Diploma in Automobile Engineering | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Diploma in Automobile Engineering and Management | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level II and III NVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence (VCQ) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles at SCQF Level 7 | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (VRQ) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence (VCQ) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (VRQ) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III Extended Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (VRQ) (QCF) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III Diploma in Transport Engineering Maintenance for Passenger Carrying Vehicles (Mechanical) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) (VRQ) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Heavy Vehicle) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III NVQ Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III NVQ in Transport Engineering and Maintenance (Mechanical) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Heavy Vehicle) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Auto Electrical)) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level lll NVQ Diploma in Bus and Coach Engineering and Maintenance (Mechanical) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III SVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Heavy Vehicles) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III SVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicles) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level IV Diploma for Automotive Master Technicians – Light Vehicle | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Master Automotive Engineer | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Member of the Institute Certificate | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Modern Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Light Vehicles | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Vehicle Mechanic ‘B’ Class I | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Vehicle Mechanic Class I | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Automotive Retail Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) | England | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | SVQ 3 Bus and Coach Engineering and Maintenance: Electrical – Mechanical at SCQF Level 6 | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | SVQ 3 Bus and Coach Engineering and Maintenance: Mechanical at SCQF Level 6 | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level 3 Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maitenance and Repair | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level 3 extended Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Heavy Vehicle | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level 4 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (VRQ) 600/0439/3 | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Light Vehicle | UK | |
| The London Chambers of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board (LCCIEB) | Level III NVQ in Maintaining Automotive Vehicles (Mechanical) | UK | |
| The National Council on Technical and Vocational Education and Traning (NCTVET) | National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica (NVQ-J) Diplma in Motor Vehicle Repairs (Cars and Light Trucks) | Jamaica | |
| The University of Derby | Certificate of Higher Education in Motorsport Technology | UK | |
| The University of Hertfordshire | BEng in Automotive Engineering | UK | |
| The University of Hertfordshire | BEng in Mechanical Engineering | UK | |
| The University of Hertfordshire | BSc Automotive Technology with Management | UK | |
| The University of Hertfordshire | MSc in Automotive Engineering | UK | |
| The University of Hertfordshire | BSc Motorsport Technology | UK | |
| The University of Liverpool | Certificate in Mechanical Science | UK | |
| The University of Liverpool | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Technology | UK | |
| The University of Plymouth | Higher National Diploma in Automotive Engineering | UK | |
| The University of Teeside | Higher National Diploma in Motor Vehicle Management | UK | |
| Trident Technology and Business Centre | Level III Maintenance and Repair of Road Vehicles – Year 3 | UK | |
| Union of Educational Institutions (UEI) | Motor Vehicle Mechanics Course (Second Year) | UK | |
| Union of Lancashire & Cheshire Institutes 1969 | Motor Vehicle Technicians Course First Year | UK | |
| Victoria Engineering Trades Committee | Certificate of Motor Mechanic | Australia | |
| Victoria Registration & Qualifications Authority | Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology | Australia | |
| Vilnius Tailor’s Car Mechanics School | Professional Training Diploma (Car Mechanic) | Lithuania | |
| Vocational Training Board | Craft Certificate Motor Vehicle Mechanic, Light Vehicles | Norway | |
| Waltham Forest Chamber of Commerce Training Trust | Level III NVQ Modern Apprenticeship as Motor Vehicle Mechanic | UK | |
| Warwickshire College | Level III Maintenance and Repair of Road Vehicles – Year 3 | UK | |
| Warwickshire Group Training Association | National Craft Certificate | UK | |
| Welsh Joint Education Committee | Certificate of Motor Vehicle Technicians – Part I | UK | |
| Wessex Vocational Training Limited | Level III NVQ Light Vehicle Mechanics | UK | |
| West Midlands Advisory Council for Further Education and Training | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Craft Studies (First Year) – Part II | UK |
Qualifications not accepted
Here is a list of all the qualifications that are not accepted. Holding one of these does not make you eligible to apply to become an MOT tester. You can use the search bar to filter the table down to see if your qualification or accreditation is on this list.
| Awarding Body | Qualification | Country | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anniesland College | Level III Certificate of Completion – Repair and Servicing of Road Vehicles | UK | |
| Automotive Skills | Advanced Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – Heavy or Light Vehicle | UK | |
| Automotive Skills | Foundation Modern Apprenticeship in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair | UK | |
| Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) | Approved Senior Technician Route: MET | UK | |
| Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) | Diagnostic Technician – Route: Roadside Assistance | UK | |
| Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) | Service Maintenance Technician – Accredited Light Vehicle Technician | UK | |
| Brunel University London | Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering | UK | |
| Bus and Coach Training Limited | BCT Accredited Assessor for the Vehicle Engineering Competence Assessment Scheme in Mechanical and Electrical Level III | UK | |
| Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) | Certificate of Achievement | UK | |
| Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) | Level 5 Higher National Certificate in Operations Engineering | UK | |
| Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) | EDEXCEL Level III BTEC National Award in Vehicle Technology | UK | |
| Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) | Level 2 BTEC First Certificate Engineering (Motor Vehicle Studies) | UK | |
| Centrex | Level III Certificate in Vehicle Mechanics and Systems | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Basic Engineering Craft Studies – Part I | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Craft Studies – Part II or III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Electrical Installation Work – Part II | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Electrician’s Craft Studies – Part II | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanic’s Work – Part I | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Systems | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Repair and Servicing of Road Vehicles | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate in Vehicle Body Craft Studies – Part II or III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate of Mechanical Engineering Maintenance Craft Studies – Part II | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Certificate of Mechanical Engineering Technician – Part I | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | City & Guilds Level IV | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Electrical Craft Certificate – Part III | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Entry Level III Award in Automotive Vehicle Maintenance | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Examination in Light Vehicle Mechanics Craft Studies – Part II | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level I, II or III Mechanical Engineering Technicians Certificate | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level II Certificate in Automotive Maintenance and Repair – Light Vehicle | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level II Certificate in Maintenance and Repair – Light Vehicle | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level II Motor Vehicle Progression Award | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level II Progression Award in Automotive Servicing and Repair | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level II NVQ in Automotive Maintenance and Repair – Light Vehicle | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Roadside Assistance and Recovery | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level II NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance Service Replacement | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | National Craft Certificate as a Light Vehicle Mechanic | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Peugeot Qualified Technician | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Technician Certificate in Motor Vehicle Systems | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III NVQ in Agricultural Mechanics – Part 2 | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute | Level III Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems Maintenance and Repair (Heavy Vehicle) | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute Testing Services | Level I or II Motor Vehicle and Maintenance Skills | UK | |
| City & Guilds of London Institute/CITE (Royal Armoured Corps Dorset) | Level III/ACA in Mechanical Maintenance | UK | |
| City of Oxford Education Committee | Certificate of Proficiency, Practical Motor Mechanics Work | UK | |
| Department of Education and Science | Ordinary National Diploma in Technology (Engineering) | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Intermediate VRQ Certificate in Engineering and Technology (Multi-Skill) | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Level III Certificate in Engineering Maintenance on Military Vehicles and Equipment | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Level II NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations | UK | |
| EAL – EMTA Awards | Level 3 NVQ in Engineering Maintenance (Engineered Systems) 100/3157/1 | UK | |
| East Midland Educational Union | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Craft Studies – Part I | UK | |
| East Midland Educational Union | craft Course Certificate | UK | |
| East Midland Further Education Council | Craft Course Certificate in Motor Vehicle Craft Studies: Heavy Vehicle Mechanics – Part II First Year | UK | |
| Edgware College London | BTech in Automotive Engineering | UK | |
| Engineering Construction Industry Training Board | Diploma in Maintaining Engineering Construction Plant and Systems – Mechanical at SCQF level 7 | UK | |
| Engineering Council | Diploma as a Technician | UK | |
| Graduation of Basic Vocational School | Certificate of Professional Title Master craftsman Certificate – Profession Vehicle Mechanic | Poland | |
| Hull College | City & Guilds 3300 NVQ 3 Motor Vehicle Certificate of Achievement | UK | |
| IRTEC | Approved Inspection Technician – Class: Commercial Vehicle | UK | |
| IRTEC | Approved Inspection Technician – Class: Light Commercial Vehicle | UK | |
| Mercedes-Benz | Qualified Maintenance Technician | UK | |
| Ministry of Education, Research and Youth (Russia) | Technician for Mechatronics L3 | Romania | |
| Ministry of Education, University and Research | Mechanical Industries Technician | Italy | |
| Motor Industry Training Council (MITC) | Foundation Modern Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance – Service Replacement | UK | |
| Motor Industry Training Council (MITC) | Foundation Modern Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – Light Vehicle | UK | |
| Motor Industry Training Council (MITC) | Foundation Modern Apprenticeship in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems – Unit Replacement | UK | |
| Motor Industry Training Council (MITC) | Level III in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems Maintenance and Repair (Heavy Vehicle) NVQ | UK | |
| National Open College Network | Unit Certificate Motor Mechanics (ACP294) XS1/2/WM/001 | UK | |
| National Open College Network | Unit Certificate Vehicle Systems (ADQ094) GC1/3/WM/001 | UK | |
| New Zealand Trades Certificate Board | Trade Certificate in Automotive Engineering | New Zealand | |
| North Devon College | OND in Technology (Engineering) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC First Diploma in Engineering (Motor Vehicle Studies) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC Higher National Certificate in Motor Vehicle Management | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC Higher National Certificate in Motor Vehicle Studies (Parts) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | BTEC Higher National Certificate in Vehicle Operations Management | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level II BTEC First Diploma in Engineering | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC National Certificate in Vehicle Repair and Technology (Auto Electrical) | UK | |
| Pearson Edexcel | Level III BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering | UK | |
| Penn Foster Career School | Diesel Mechanics/Heavy Truck Maintenance | USA | |
| President of the Capital City of Warsaw | Qualifications as a Diagnostic Specialist | Poland | |
| Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) | Level I Diploma in Motor Vehicle Studies | UK | |
| Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) | Level II Certificate in Transport Engineering Maintenance – Mechanical Engineer | UK | |
| Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) | Level II NVQ in Automotive Maintenance and Repair – Light Vehicle | UK | |
| Queensland Government | Apprenticeship in Engineering Tradesperson (Mechanical) | Australia | |
| Renault | Certificate for Renault Technical Expert | UK | |
| Republica Socialista Romania | Diploma de Asbolvire a Scolii Profesionale Auto | UK | |
| Romania Ministry of National Education | Professional Certificate in Car-Electro Mechanic | Romania | |
| Royal Aeronautical Society | Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | UK | |
| Road Transport and Industry Training Board | Modular Training Scheme | UK | |
| Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) | Higher National Certificate in Engineering | UK | |
| Scottish Technical Education Council | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering (Mechanical) – Part I | Romania | |
| Scottish Vocational Education Council (SCOTVEC) | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering (Mechanical) – Part II | UK | |
| SEMTA | Apprenticeship in Engineering | UK | |
| Soundwell College | Level III NVQ Underpinning Knowledge in Light Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems – 3rd Year | UK | |
| Southampton City College | Level III NVQ Light Vehicle Certificate of Achievement | UK | |
| Technical Secondary School of Motor Vehicle Engineering | Technical Secondary School Matriculation Certificate | Poland | |
| Technical University of Lublin, Department of Mechanical Engineering | Diploma – MSc | UK | |
| The City University London | BEng in Mechanical Engineering | UK | |
| The Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers | Certificate of Trade Proficiency in Vehicle Mechanic Class 2 | UK | |
| The Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers | Certificate of Trade Proficiency in ‘B’ Vehicle Mechanic Initial | UK | |
| The Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers | Certificate of Trade Proficiency in Inspector Vehicles | UK | |
| The Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers | Certificate of Trade Proficiency in Support Vehicle Repair (All Variants) | UK | |
| The Engineering Industry Training Board | Certificate of Engineering Craftsmanship – J01 – Mechanical Maintenance (and Installation) 1 and J02 Electrical Maintenance (and Installation) | UK | |
| The Institute of Road Transport Engineers | Certificate of Inspection C Part II | UK | |
| The Institute of Road Transport Engineers | Certificate of Student – Modern Apprentice | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Affiliate | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Associate | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Certificate in Diagnostics and Engine Management 2 Programme | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Certificate in Service and Repair of Road Vehicles, Light Vehicle | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Diploma in Automotive Technology | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Level II Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Level II Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Level II NVQ Light Vehicle | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Level II NVQ in Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems – Unit Replacement | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Level III Diploma in Auto Electrical and Mobile Electrical Principles (VRQ) – Auto Electrician Route | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Licentiate | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | The Land Rover Advanced Apprenticeship Programme | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Membership Certificate | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | L2 Certificate in Vehicle Fitting Operations | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry | Light vehicle service maintenance technician (IMI accreditation) | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Certificated Automotive Engineer | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Advanced Automotive Engineer | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Associate Member | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Level III Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair – Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Principles | UK | |
| The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI Awards) | Intermediate apprenticeship | ||
| The National Home Study College | Higher Diploma | UK | |
| The Open University | BEng | UK | |
| Training Opportunities Scheme | Training in Heavy Vehicle Repair and Maintenance | UK | |
| Training Recognition Council | Apprenticeship in Engineering Tradesperson | UK | |
| Union of Educational Institutions (UEI) | Motor Vehicle Mechanics Course (First Year) | UK | |
| University of Central England in Birmingham | BEng in Management of Manufacturing Systems | UK | |
| University of Central England in Birmingham | Higher National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) | UK | |
| V-Tech UK Training Academy | Diagnostics and Engine Management 2 Programme | UK | |
| West Midlands Advisory Council for Further Education and Training (WMAC) | Certificate in Motor Vehicle Craft Studies (First Year) – Part II | UK | |
| Yorkshire Council for Further Education | Mechanical Engineering Technician’s Course – Part I | UK | |
| Yorkshire Council for Further Education | Motor Vehicle Mechanics’ Course – Part I | UK |
Qualifications not on the list
If you hold a qualification that is not on either of these lists, please contact the MOT Juice Support Team and we’ll be able to assist in understanding whether it can can be added to the list of accepted qualifications. If you hold a qualification from another country, it must first be translated to English before it can be vetted.