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The professional body for people in automotive
Your MOT Assessment... And more!
IMI annual membership included. Enjoy the benefits of the IMI community.
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IMI MOT Annual Assessment
Unrivalled Customer support
Designed to remove the stress of completion.
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IMI MOT Annual Assessment
MOT Annual Training/CPD
Refresh your knowledge and prepare for your annual assessment.
Book and complete your Annual Assessment to prevent disruption to your schedule
- IMI membership included
- Unrivalled customer support throughout the completion process - 8.30-5.30 (Mon - Thurs) 8.30 - 5 (Fri) telephone support, live chat and a full suite of helpful videos.
Important information:
If your annual assessment was not completed by the 31st March 2024, you will need to complete the following steps:
- Testers will need to complete this years (2024-25) assessment
- Provide a DBS check (that is dated within 3 months leading up to the demonstration test)
- Apply to book a demonstration test (a DBS consent check code must be submitted upon application). Book here.
Once the demonstration test has been passed, your account will be unsuspended.
"The IMI, as the automotive sector’s professional body, has always been at the forefront of MOT tester skills, supplying the content required to train, qualify, and maintain standards at the highest level. This level of support keeps the sector up to date with technology and helps to maintain safety on our roads by building a strong UK automotive skills base.
"The IMI supports MOT testers and organisations in ensuring that the content and accessibility of the annual assessment is as straightforward as possible. The support we gain from the IMI, in my view, is second to none" - Andy Turbefield, Head of Quality, Halfords Autocentre
Existing Tester
Existing Tester
IMI offer a variety of options for existing testers, including MOT annual training and assessment for classes 1 and 2 (Motorcycle) and classes 4 and 7 (Light Vehicle)
Becoming a Tester
Becoming a Tester
Our MOT qualification offer consists of Tester courses in both Light Vehicle (classes 4 and 7) and Motorcycle (classes 1 and 2) and the Test Centre Management qualification.
Multi-Purchase
Multi-Purchase
If you employ testers and want to buy multiple MOT login accounts for your assessments, please contact us using the details below.
Useful Resources
Useful Resources
In our ambition to make MOT CPD & Annual Assessment manageable for you, we have pulled together some useful resources to help you navigate your way.
Three Wheeler and Quadricycle Changes
2023/24 Topics
How to find your booked course
Booked your MOT course but don't know where to go next? This video will take you through, step by step.
For more helpful hints, video guides, visit our Useful Resources page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of frequently asked questions about our MOT Annual Assessment and training.
If you have a question that is not answered below, please email us at mot@theimi.org.uk or call us on 01992 519025. This page will be updated regularly as further general questions are received.
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What are the MOT requirements?
To find the most up-to-date MOT annual assessment and training requirements please click here to visit the DVSA website.
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When is the deadline for my Annual Assessment and training for 2023/2024?
You must complete the appropriate training and pass the relevant assessment by 31st March 2024.
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What if I need special consideration?
Special educational needs self-declaration
You can now declare that you require special considerations and will be given additional time to complete your assessment. You'll find this option on the checkout page or you can complete the form by clicking here.
Once we have added the extra time, please re-login for the changes to become active in your account.
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I am carrying out my training and my completion tracking isn’t working and all the boxes aren’t ticking. How can I get the boxes to tick?
Ensure that every screen is visited and adequate time is spent on the learning materials. If you click forward too quickly, the program will not register as complete.
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I have previously accessed the training video and/or done the quiz but I am unable to access the training video again?
Please tick on 'Start a new attempt’, to see the training video again.
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What are the preferred browsers to do the training and assessment?
We recommend that you use the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge on a PC. If you are using a Mac, please try using Firefox, Chrome, Brave or Puffin web browsers.
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I have had two attempts and I have failed my assessment. Do I have to pay again to take the assessment?
Yes, please call the membership service team on 01992 519025 to re-book your assessment or email us at mot@theimi.org.uk.
Your account will need to be reset before proceeding with further attempts.
Once your extra attempt has been added, please re-login for the changes to become active in your account. You should then have an option to reattempt the assessment again.
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Can I take a practice assessment?
No, but you can find some sample questions produced by the DVSA. Please click here to visit the DVSA website.
Please note that we also cover some examples in our training session.
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What grade do I need to pass the assessment?
The pass grade for the assessment is 80%.
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I have passed my test but my certificate has not gone to the DVSA. What do I need to do?
Please make sure your DVSA username and date of birth is correct on the DVSA MOT Testing System (MTS). If this is all correct and if your certificate still hasn’t gone through then please email us at mot@theimi.org.uk or please call the membership service team on 01992 519025.
MOT
MOT Testers
Need more information?
If you'd like to get more details about any of the information included on this page, we're here to help.
Call us:
+44 (0) 1992 519025
Useful MOT Resources
In our ambition to make MOT CPD & Annual Assessment manageable for you, we have pulled together some useful resources to help you navigate your way.