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MOT Tester

Vertu Motors plc Wigan, England, United Kingdom

onsitefull-time

Salary: £29,840 - £36,200 / year

Posted Aug 7, 2026Apply by Sep 6, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** Full-time MOT Tester (qualified); operational/technical role (no management scope stated)

**Location & work type: ** Vertu Ford Wigan, full-time employment

**Stack/tools: ** DVSA MOT testing process; required valid UK MOT Tester license; vehicle inspection/servicing equipment (not specified)

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

  • Perform MOT tests in line with DVSA standards

  • Carry out routine servicing and maintenance

  • Complete visual health checks and support customers with clear query responses

  • Must-have skills:

    • Qualified MOT Tester with a valid UK MOT license

    • Full UK driving licence

    • Detail-oriented and dependable work style

    • Ability to work to deadlines and maintain service quality

    • Previous experience in a similar automotive setting (implied requirement)

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Experience from independent garage, fast-fit centre, or main dealership (specified as preferred context)
  • Compensation/benefits (context): £29,840–£36,200 + benefits; £2,000 sign-on (per text)

Full Description

Vertu Ford Wigan

Due to a growing demand for our services, Vertu Ford Wigan is expanding our team — and we’re excited to welcome a new full-time MOT Tester.

Salary: £29,840 - £36,200 + Excellent Company Benefits (based on experience)

We’re also offering a £2000 sign-on bonus. You’ll receive £1000 when you join us and an additional £1000 in month 13 of your employment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Conducting MOT tests in line with DVSA standards Carrying out routine vehicle servicing and maintenance Performing visual health checks Supporting customers by answering queries in a clear, friendly manner Helping the team meet deadlines and deliver excellent service

What We’re Looking For

A qualified MOT Tester with a valid UK MOT license A full UK driving licence A detail-oriented and dependable approach to work Previous experience in a similar setting (be that an independent garage, fast-fit centre, or main dealership)

Why Join Us?

At Vertu Motors, we invest more in colleague development than any other motor retailer in the UK. You'll have access to ongoing training and real opportunities to grow your career in a way that works for you.

Our Benefits Include

25 days holiday (rising with service), plus bank holidays Enhanced family leave policies (maternity, paternity, and adoption) Access to our online rewards platform – discounts, cashback & more Preferential service rates for you and your family Colleague car purchase scheme Share incentive plan Pension scheme with employer contributions Supportive onboarding and mentoring

If your application is successful, we will need to complete employment checks prior to you starting with us. For this role, these can include us verifying your recent employment, address and credit history. We may also conduct a criminal record check and a driving licence check

Ready to join a team that’s going places?

We’d love to hear from you — apply today!

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