MOT Stations in Epsom | First-Class Facilities at Approved Premises
We know only too well that the Epsom area has its fair share of MOT stations but we have never been scared of a little competition. In fact, we embrace the fact that local motorists, whoever they choose as their service providers, have access to inspections that keep their vehicles safe and roadworthy. It should come as no surprise to say that we have a highly active role to play.
Based in Chessington, we are a DVSA-approved testing facility.
To gain DVSA approval, MOT stations must meet specific criteria and this isn’t limited to the workshop. Testing centres also need to consider administration and suitably equipping offices to connect to the central DVSA database.
This blog post tells Epsom motorists a little about our inspection facilities.
Trained Inspectors
Naturally, MOT stations must have qualified personnel who have trained to all current DVSA requirements. Did you know that in addition to initial training, an inspector must now sit a CPD assessment annually to retain full testing status? Garages must also have authorised examiner designated managers (AEDM).
Because the DVSA is the UK’s main authority for MOT testing, we will use their guidance to uphold standards and improve the services that we provide.
Customers from Epsom can use us with confidence knowing that as far as our personnel are concerned, Surrey MOTs only employs qualified individuals who share our passion for MOT testing. We can inspect across multiple classes.
VT01 Compliancy
To further comply with DVSA regulations, MOT stations must complete a VT01 form to either set up or change a testing facility. This can include making an application for staff to become authorised examiner designated managers. If a garage is having equipment fitted, the supplier will sometimes be able to submit the VT01 form and schematics to the DVSA on behalf of the business.
As you can see, there is plenty to consider when setting up for MOTs.
Surrey MOTs has completed this process and is an authorised testing facility in Chessington which is easily accessible for motorists from Epsom. We also offer MOT testing to all private and commercial customers across the Surrey area.
Workshop Dimensions
Another factor for MOT stations to consider is the specification of the facility and simple access and egress via doors and other openings. All testing bays must meet the minimum height and width, with lifts, ramps and rolling roads fitted so that individual elements of an inspection can be accommodated.
There is plenty to do before a company can obtain approved status.
We have had our premises near Epsom checked by a competent person to ensure we fulfil the required criteria, and MOT stations undergo audits by the DVSA on an ongoing basis to check that the facilities, and inspectors, are of a suitable standard to provide testing services that remain fully compliant.
Workshop Equipment
MOT stations must also have the required equipment in place, as well as the correct computerised systems that allow connection to the DVSA database for recording the results of MOT testing. At Surrey MOTs, we feel proud to have first-class facilities in place which include a viewing area for our customers.
In terms of equipment, MOT stations in the Epsom area must contain:
- A suitable lift, a ramp and a pit
- Headlamp beam testers
- Rolling brake testers
- Decelerometers
- Handheld tooling
- Emission testing equipment
- Tool boards, mirrors and signage
All this, and more, is available at our popular workshop in Chessington.