IMI Accreditation Light Vehicle Inspection Full Route (Pre-MOT Level 3)
Advance Your Career as a Light Vehicle Technician with IMI Training
The ATA Light Vehicle Inspection Technician Certificate is recognised by the DVSA. This course will improve your competence at vehicle inspection for engine and electrical diagnostics. You will focus on all vehicle systems including: body corrosion suspension systems steering braking systems wheels and tyres vehicle electrics
Next course dates
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12 Jan 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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09 Feb 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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09 Mar 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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07 Apr 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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04 May 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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08 Jun 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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06 Jul 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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08 Sep 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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06 Oct 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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03 Nov 2026
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Bispham Campus
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2 Days
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£670
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Get Set to Move into an MOT Testing Role
Career Progression & Prospects
Once you’ve completed the Level 3 LVI course, you’ll have your ATA Light Vehicle Inspection Technician Accreditation, which is the first step towards achieving your MOT Tester Licence.
Key Course Information
Entry Requirements
Inspection technicians must be able to work unsupervised - ideally, they should be in fulltime employment with at least 3 years’ experience to ensure they are familiar with the techniques for vehicle servicing, inspection and system(s) diagnosis.
Please note: Where wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is a mandatory requirement of the course, it is the responsibility of the learner to ensure that they are able to wear such equipment. Further information can be obtained at the IAG session which all applicants are invited to or by calling Course Enquiries on 01253 504343.
Qualification obtained
IMI Accreditation Light Vehicle Inspection Full Route (Pre-MOT Level 3)Extra costs and equipment
Candidates will be required to bring their own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), to include suitable footwear.
Terms and conditions
Read our full terms and conditions for more information.
What You'll Learn
1. Emission Systems - Inspection
2. Electrical Systems - Inspection
3. Braking Systems - Inspection
4. Steering & Suspension Systems - Inspection
5. Vehicle Structure - Inspection
6. Vehicle Appraisal – Inspection
How You'll Learn
Expert tutors
All staff involved in the delivery of business to business courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.
Our teaching staff are appropriately qualified, with relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.