There are over 19,000 garages authorised as MOT testing stations located throughout
the UK able to conduct your MOT test. Each MOT testing station will have designated
MOT testing bays where they conduct the tests, using a range of equipment that meets
the required specification for MOT testing.
The standard MOT test procedures are laid out in an inspection manual that the test
station should make available on request.
If your vehicle has failed the test, you’ll be given a failure document with reference
to this manual. You can watch the test from a designated viewing area but you are
not allowed to interrupt the tester while he is working.
All MOT testers have been on a training course with the Vehicle and Operator Services
Agency (VOSA) and their test results are checked regularly.