From 1 April 2022, some MOT testers will need to provide a basic disclosure certificate (also known as a DBS check) before they can carry out a demonstration test.

This change will apply to:

• suspended MOT testers (2 or 5 years) who want to return to testing
• MOT testers who have not carried out an MOT test in the last 5 years

The disclosure check must be dated within 3 months of your DVSA demonstration test. For example, a certificate dated 21 February 2022 would not be acceptable for a demonstration test booked for 30 May 2022.

Full details can be viewed on the gov.uk website MOT special notice 03-22: DBS checks for new and returning MOT testers – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)