The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) paints a concerning picture, revealing an average of 642 vehicles per MOT test station in the UK. In recent years, the availability of test centres has steadily declined, adding to the burden on remaining stations and retaining staff while ensuring efficient operations is paramount. However, achieving this balance is becoming increasingly delicate as demand continues to rise, posing a challenge to maintain the high standards synonymous with MOT testing. The DVSA has also introduced new measures regarding Annual Training for MOT testers who do not complete their training within the designated year. Currently, testers falling behind on annual training are mandated to undergo a demonstration test with the DVSA and complete the outstanding training for that year. Effective from this month (January 2024), individuals who fail to fulfil the annual training requirement and seek reinstatement as an MOT tester will face additional steps. Along with a DVSA demonstration and the outstanding annual training for the relevant year, they will now need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which must be uploaded to the MOT Admin Hub and be readily available during the DVSA demonstration. These new measures aim to ensure comprehensive compliance with training standards and enhance the overall professionalism of MOT testers.