This course is designed to ensure MOT testers can safely and confidently carry out testing on electric vehicles (EVs).

As EV adoption increases, so does the responsibility on businesses to ensure staff are properly trained. While DVSA guidance in this area is limited, the expectation remains that employers must demonstrate they have taken reasonable steps to protect staff and maintain safe working practices.

All MITA courses are developed by professionals who have done the job — or are still doing it. The content focuses on real-world scenarios, helping testers understand the specific risks and considerations involved in working with electric vehicles.

This course provides a clear and practical approach to EV safety within MOT testing, helping both testers and business owners operate with confidence.

Training can be completed digitally at your own pace or delivered in a classroom environment with a MITA-approved regional training provider.

• Key safety considerations when working with electric vehicles
• Risks associated with high-voltage systems
• Safe working practices during MOT testing of EVs
• How EVs differ from traditional internal combustion vehicles
• Employer responsibilities for staff safety and training
• How to reduce risk and maintain a safe working environment

This course takes approximately 4 hours to complete and is delivered through structured, modular learning.

Training is broken into sections, with short multiple-choice assessments completed throughout the course to reinforce understanding. This staged approach ensures knowledge is retained and applied in practice.

If training digitally you can step in and out of the course at your own pace.

This qualification can be completed online or through a MITA-approved training provider. Training is flexible - either at your own pace or in a classroom - with modular learning and embedded assessments to reinforce understanding while maintaining consistent quality.

Method: Integrated multiple-choice assessments throughout the course
Grading: Pass/Fail

• MOT Testers working with electric vehicles
• Garage technicians involved in EV inspection and testing
• Business owners responsible for staff safety and compliance
• Workshops introducing EV testing into their operations

Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. This course is suitable for anyone involved in MOT testing or working with electric vehicles.

Successful completion of this qualification supports continued professional development and demonstrates competence in EV safety within an MOT testing environment. It also supports businesses in meeting their duty of care obligations, reducing operational risk, and maintaining compliance with health and safety expectations.