MOT Tester - Coventry Vehicle Operations · Coventry

Motorpoint Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK car retailer is seeking an MOT Tester in Coventry to ensure vehicles meet quality standards and provide excellent customer service. The role offers a salary of £15.30 per hour, plus a monthly bonus, with a focus on ensuring that all vehicles are prepared for customer collection. Required qualifications include DVSA accreditation and good knowledge of MOT testing regulations. The position includes competitive benefits like paid time off and staff discounts.

Benefits

28 days' holiday plus additional leave

Staff discount on cars

Healthcare

Pension

Vocational training courses

Qualifications

• DVSA accreditation as an MOT Tester required.
• Good knowledge of current MOT testing regulations and procedures.
• Ability to adapt to diverse vehicles and testing scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-delivery inspections of vehicles.
• Perform MOT Tests as required.
• Liaise with Customer Experience and Sales teams.

Skills

DVSA accreditation as an MOT Tester

Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Basic computer literacy

Strong time management skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Who are we?

We are Motorpoint, the UK’s leading omnichannel car retailer of nearly new cars. At Motorpoint, we all share the same vision:

To be the Car Buyer's Champion, trusted to deliver unrivalled Choice, Value and Quality.

We believe that by creating a fantastic place to work for our colleagues, we will deliver the best possible experience for our customers. So, if you want to work with an amazing group of people who are fun, friendly and get stuff done - and who bring our values to life – PROUD, HAPPY, HONEST, SUPPORTIVE – by working TOGETHER, then Motorpoint is the place to be and we are on a mission!

The Role: MOT Tester

Salary: £15.30 per hour + monthly bonus

Location: Coventry

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 42.5 hours, 5 days out of 7 on a rota - weekend working will be required.

Role Purpose:

You will play a key role in a team of Technicians and Preparation Assistants in ensuring that all vehicles are prepared to the Motorpoint Standard, ensuring excellent levels of customer service at every step. As part of this the role will include:

• Carry out pre-delivery inspections of vehicles and ensure that they are prepared to the Motorpoint standard ahead of customer collection.
• Perform MOT Tests where required.
• Carry out repair work on vehicles where necessary ensuring that all work meets Motorpoint's Quality Standard.
• Liaise with both Customer Experience and Sales teams to ensure that vehicles flow through our process smoothly and our customers receive an outstanding level of service.
• Ensure that DVSA standards and health and safety safety regulations are met.

What we're looking for:

• DVSA accreditation as an MOT Tester **
• Full UK driving licence.
• Good knowledge of current MOT testing regulations and procedures
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and rectify defects efficiently.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy in completing paperwork and documentation
• Effective communication skills to interact with customers and team members
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Basic computer literacy for completing digital documentation
• Strong time management skills to ensure timely completion of tests and inspections
• Adaptability to handle a diverse range of vehicles and testing scenarios
• A commitment to upholding ethical standards and ensuring the integrity of the testing process
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with customers

** For the right candidate we will be able to support with the training and accreditation required, providing all other essential qualification and skills have been met. This would require the successful individual to agree a two-year commitment with Motorpoint, following completion of the training. **

What is in it for you?

• Paid time off every month to do something that makes you happy
• 28 days' holiday plus days off for your birthday, getting married, or moving house
• Additional holidays for length of service
• Long service awards
• Staff discount on cars and finance options
• Discounts and cashback at hundreds of high street retailers and restaurants through our “My M.O.T” platform
• Smart Tech in partnership with Currys
• Cycle to work
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Vocational and personal development training courses
• Quarterly team socials
• Team feasts
• Scratch card rewards
• Sharesave scheme (SAYE)
• Plus much more!

Closing Date: 23rd December 2025

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you have any concerns about potential barriers in the application process, please get in touch so we can ensure they are removed.