Mot Tester Salary in Houston, Texas

How much does a Mot Tester make in Houston, TX?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Mot Tester in Houston, TX is $68,348. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $52,151 to a high of $82,794, with most professionals earning between $59,870 and $75,909.

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What is a Mot Tester?

A Mot Tester is responsible for conducting annual vehicle inspections to ensure that they meet the safety and environmental standards set by the government. They are trained to thoroughly examine various components of a vehicle, including brakes, lights, steering, suspension, and exhaust systems, to determine if they are in proper working condition. MOT testers must have a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of automotive mechanics in order to accurately assess the roadworthiness of a vehicle. Additionally, they must be able to effectively communicate their findings to vehicle owners and provide recommendations for any necessary repairs or maintenance.

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What does a Mot Tester do?

Common responsibilities of a Mot Tester

Ensuring the testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.

September 10, 2023

Following all health and safety protocols while conducting inspections.

September 13, 2023

Issuing a pass or fail certificate based on the results of the inspection.

September 23, 2023

Conducting vehicle inspections to ensure they meet the minimum safety and environmental standards set by the government.

October 06, 2023

Communicating with vehicle owners to explain any issues found during the inspection and the necessary steps to rectify them.

October 09, 2023

Providing recommendations for necessary repairs or maintenance to bring the vehicle into compliance with regulations.

October 17, 2023

Staying up to date on changes to MOT testing regulations and standards.

November 13, 2023

Testing vehicle components such as brakes, lights, steering, and suspension to ensure they are in proper working condition.

November 14, 2023

Keeping accurate records of all inspections and test results.

November 21, 2023

Identifying and documenting any defects or issues found during the inspection process.

November 25, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Mot Tester in Houston, TX

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

59870

75909

68348

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

62618

84419

72678

What is the average salary for Mot Tester in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mot Tester in Houston, TX. The base salary for Mot Tester ranges from $59,870 to $75,909 with the average base salary of $68,348. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $62,618 to $84,419 with the average total cash compensation of $72,678.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$68,348	$59,870 - $75,909
Bonus	$4,330	$2,748 - $8,509
Total Pay	$72,678	$62,618 - $84,419

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Mot Tester Salary Near Houston, TX

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Pasadena, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,512 - $76,724	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,789 - $77,075	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,894 - $73,404	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,718 - $71,913	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,091 - $68,582	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Austin, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,706 - $74,434	COMPARE TO Houston, TX

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About Houston, Texas

Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city has a total area of 627 square miles (1,620 km2); this comprises 599.59 square miles (1,552.9 km2) of land and 22.3 square miles (58 km2) covered by water. The Piney Woods are north of Houston. Most of Houston is located on the gulf coastal plain, and its vegetation is classified as temperate grassland and forest. Much of the city was built on forested land, marshes, swamp, or prairie and are all still visible in surrounding areas.[citation need...

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