About Our Class 5 MOT Training

Our Class 5 MOT Training is designed for existing MOT testers who want to extend their testing capability to Class 5 vehicles. The course provides the additional knowledge and practical skills required to carry out MOT tests on vehicles within this class in accordance with DVSA requirements.

 

Class 5 includes private passenger vehicles with 13 or more passenger seats, such as certain minibuses, coaches and ambulances. Because many Class 5 vehicles share testing requirements with Classes 4 and 7, this training is specifically focused on the additional requirements and differences testers need to understand when progressing to Class 5 testing.

Who is this for?

Our Class 5 MOT Training is ideal for:

Delivered with a Personal Touch
At Pro-Tech MOT & Automotive Academy, we combine expert-led training with a supportive and professional learner experience. Whether you’re upskilling for your current role or preparing for the next step in your career, we’re here to help you succeed

£295 + VAT per candidate

This Course:

Meet your Course Tutors

Kallum

Leigh

How To Book

Booking your Class 5 MOT Training with Pro-Tech is simple. Just give us a call on 01283 734427 or fill out the enquiry form here. We’ll talk you through your options, find a date that works, and get you all set. No hassle, just expert training—done right.

Eligibility Requirements

Before attending our Class 5 MOT Training, candidates must already be an authorised MOT tester for the relevant Group B vehicle classes and be eligible to add Class 5 to their existing MOT testing status.

This includes experienced MOT testers who gained their tester status under the previous DVSA training arrangements, as well as testers who have qualified through the current Level 2 MOT Testing route.

Following completion of the Class 5 training, candidates must successfully complete a DVSA demonstration test before they can begin carrying out Class 5 MOT tests.

Want to understand Class 5 MOT testing in more detail?
Read our guide to What Is a Class 5 MOT? covering which vehicles fall into Class 5, how it differs from Classes 4 and 7, and the requirements for becoming authorised to test Class 5 vehicles.

Class 5 MOT and exam course delivered well, good content and informative!

A Raisin

March 2025

Course Content Overview

Our Class 5 MOT Training focuses on the additional knowledge and practical skills existing MOT testers need when extending their testing capability to Class 5 vehicles.

Training covers the differences between Class 5 and other Group B vehicle classes, including the relevant inspection requirements, testing procedures and vehicle-specific considerations that testers need to understand.

Candidates will develop their knowledge of:

  • Class 5 vehicle identification and classification
  • Differences in inspection requirements for Class 5 vehicles
  • Relevant MOT inspection standards and procedures
  • Applying the MOT Inspection Manual to Class 5 vehicles
  • Practical inspection techniques and testing procedures
  • Preparing for the DVSA Class 5 demonstration test

Assessment:

Practical Assessment

Conducting a full class 5 MOT under observation

Online Assessment

Assessment of the knowledge covered during the Class 5 MOT Training

Next Steps

Once you’ve completed your Class 5 MOT Training, the next step is to complete a DVSA demonstration test before you can begin testing Class 5 vehicles.

DVSA Demonstration Test

Complete your Class 5 DVSA demonstration test to demonstrate your competence to test vehicles in this class.

Add Class 5

Once you have successfully completed the demonstration test, Class 5 can be added to your existing MOT testing status.

Maintain Your Status

Continue to complete your MOT Annual Training and assessment each year to maintain your MOT tester status.

Adding Class 5 to your existing testing capability allows you to work with a wider range of passenger vehicles and can expand the MOT services you or your Vehicle Testing Station are able to provide.

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