Being authorized to conduct testing for MOT comes with numerous obligations, many of them are not considered.
The role could include managing equipment, garage layout and facilities and ensuring that testers are trained properly.
In the event that you’re an AE (Authorised Examiner) Here are a few of the points you’ll need to remember while running your MOT company.
Looking after your equipment
All equipment you use must be maintained in good operating condition. Also, the equipment for measuring should be calibrated in line to the DVSA’s specifications.
If any piece of mandatory equipment malfunctions , preventing testing, then you should stop testing immediately on the vehicle class or model. AEs are accountable for informing that local DVSA office immediately of any interruption.
You’re only able to continue testing once the test equipment has been repaired properly and you’ve provided DVSA with the information. DVSA. If your equipment fails prior to or during use it is necessary to stop the test and reimburse any costs.
The two other exceptions rule are:
When a plate or roller brake tester fails however, you should still inform your nearby DVSA office. The testing can continue for up to two working days following the time the issue was discovered by using the DVSA certified decelerometer. Only tests that were scheduled prior to the malfunction are conducted.
When the wheel-free play detector fails in the level of an ATL or OPTL certified VTS, it can be tested by using the standard method and an assistant to those areas in the testing.
Training and staff
A.E.s are accountable for all actions performed by employees. It’s essential to ensure the staff members are adequately monitored, properly trained and competent to carry out an MOT test in accordance with the prescribed standards. Employees must also be kept up current with notices specific to the test and changes to the MOT scheme.
The training doesn’t necessarily translate into experience. In the case of a test subject who is brand new and doesn’t have experience, extra supervision or support may be required until they’re competent and confident in testing by themselves.
Check that your tester is equipped with the expertise, knowledge as well as the equipment and support they need to conduct tests with confidence.
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Quality Control checks
The AEs are required to conduct the quality-control (QC) tests on every tester at least twice every two months that is the minimum requirement. You may also conduct additional regular QC checks to offer additional assistance to newly trained testers.
For AEs that have only one tester, you may be able to benefit from third-party tests.
The process of assessing the site is another method of checking the quality.
Letting DVSA know when the legal entity changed
If your MOT’s legal entity has changed , you should inform DVSA immediately. If you’re not a sole trader authorization to test is granted to the partnership or company that runs the MOT business and not to the individual.
In the event that your company is issued an entirely new registration for your company and number, it is a brand new entity, and a the need for a new authorization is required.
If you’re a partner when a partner quits or joins, the partnership will become a brand new entity. Therefore, a new authorization is required.
IT equipment
As MOT Modernisation is quickly nearing, AEs will soon have to keep their IT equipment in good condition after they’ve switched to the new MOT testing system.
In the switchover process to the MOT testing system and described in the MOT special notice 03-14. AEs are responsible for:
by providing the required IT equipment including internet connection, printer and the necessary IT equipment
Insuring any repairs or maintenance
It is essential to have the proper IT equipment, internet connectivity and printer installed to continue testing the new system.
Also, you’ll have to pay for your equipment for IT such as printer, internet connection and router fixed in the event that they stop working. You might want to create your own contingency plans in case of any device failing.