Published 5 September 2022
Last updated 24 July 2024 — See all updates
Book an MOT tester demonstration test if you:
- are a newly qualified MOT tester
- are a class 4 and 7 tester and you're adding class 3 or 5
- are returning to MOT testing after a break
- missed the annual training and assessment deadline
You can do the demonstration test at either:
- the training centre where you took the qualification course
- an MOT centre you work at
You do not have to pay to do the demonstration test.
Book a test online
If you're newly qualified, add your level 2 MOT testing
certificate number to your MOT testing service profile
before you book.
To book you need:
- your MOT testing service user ID
- the email address you use to sign in to the MOT testing
service
- the name and ID number of the MOT centre or training centre
you want to take your test at
- a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) consent check code
Start now
If your DBS check shows unspent
convictions or you do not have a consent code
You can still book a test if:
After you apply to book your demonstration test, you need to post
your DBScertificate to
DVSA.
How to send your DBS certificate
You should send DVSA:
- all pages of your original DBS certificate
- a self-addressed stamped envelope or pre-paid special
delivery envelope to get your DBS certificate back
- a covering letter
Your covering letter must include:
- your full name
- your MOT user ID
- the date you submitted the online form to book a
demonstration test
- which testing group you've requested a demonstration test for
MOT Hub
DVSA
Broadway Business Park
Broadgate
Chadderton
Oldham
OL9 9XA
