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About us

Who are we and what do we do?

Built by testers, for testers

Driving development from his own experience as a tester, owner and manager of three vehicle testing stations, Barry’s vision of a computerised system to help him manage and control needed to be clear, simple and easy to use yet still provide all the functionality he needed.

Guided by the axiom ‘keep it simple, stupid’, MOT Juice has grown into a fully-fledged, state of the art MOT Centre management tool not only covering the annual training and assessments; but also QC checks; site audits; equipment calibration management; test quality information (TQI); automated test log analysis and much more.

Allowing testers, AEs, AEDMs, site managers and garage owners to have one place to store all their records it also allows clear management overview of the current situation in all areas of their MOT business from single site operations to businesses with more than 100 sites.

MOT Consultants

Our innovative products allow MOT Juice to deliver outstanding MOT consultancy solutions to help improve and maintain a high level of standards for your MOT business. Assisting DVSA in the creation of the AEC (Authorised Examiner Consultant) role, MOT Juice has a great understanding of what it takes to analyse your data to help identify and alleviate risk within your MOT business.

With our support and solutions, you’ll be able to easily focus on running your MOT operation safe in the knowledge that your MOT Testers have access to all their annual training & assessments, as well as the tools to effectively take full control of your compliance activities.

In a nutshell

We’ve brought together the right people with all the right information and skills within the industry to ensure we can deliver the best solution for your needs. Our platform gives you the latest, most complete way to put all your DVSA compliance and risk management at the centre of everything you do. MOT Juice provides operational efficiency, data security, and flexibility to scale, all in a powerful package that works seamlessly from your computer, phone or tablet – no matter where you are in the world.

Meet the team

This is us.

Barry Babister

Owner
Launched the Company in February 2014
My first MOT bay opened over 20 years ago and I too have seen plenty of changes. Today I operate 7 MOT bays and have a great team of testers in our CCM garages business.
I launched MOT Juice to help our own MOT centres, but guess what? it works for any MOT business large or small. Our own experiences help us to continually mould the MOT Juice solution. Every week, we learn from our clients, we talk to the DVSA and we meet VE’s to refine our product. I believe that no other company has a genuine cause and a desire to help testers and garage owners in the way that MOT Juice does.
If you want to talk to me then contact us as I am always keen to chat with people in our industry and learn what makes them tick and see if we can give a solution to make everyone’s life a little simpler.
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Ray St.Clair

Co-founder
2014 – 2019
I had an extensive software development career before meeting Barry, working in multiple countries and contributing to significant projects at Microsoft and other renowned software firms.
First collaborating with Barry around 2006 on previous projects I was delighted to combine my software design experience with Barry’s vast MOT industry expertise. Together, we formulated, designed, and launched MOT Juice in 2014.
Over time, our amazing team has continued the platform’s development, maintaining its original vision while expanding it into a comprehensive product that addresses all training and compliance needs of the MOT industry.
It’s rewarding to witness the positive response from the MOT sector, with both large and small companies recognising the benefits of MOT Juice.
At MOT Juice we firmly believe our platform is the premier compliance and training solution for the continually evolving MOT industry, we are dedicated to further growth and alignment, ensuring our clients remain at the forefront of compliance.
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David Lennon

Head of Software & Application Development
Joined the team in December 2014
Since studying IT and design in high school I have always had a passion for designing and building websites and systems. Working for MOT Juice has allowed me to design a lot of the interfaces our users see and interact with on a day-to-day basis, including constantly maintaining and updating our own websites to ensure they are clear, easy to access and a well-trusted source of information as well as fully WCAG compliant.
My experience includes over 12 years with Photoshop designing websites and system User Interfaces, 13 years of HTML, PHP and CSS coding, 3 years of learning jQuery and 8 years working within the motor industry. In 2021, I began studying Python, Apache, C# and Ruby to add to my coding skillset.
My favourite quote that I live by constantly in my professional life is from Tim Notke – "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard".
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Jim Tierney

Head of Distribution & MOT Risk Management
Joined the team in August 2018
Jim joined MOT Juice in 2018 bringing with him a vast array of knowledge of a heavily regulated industry.
Now running the MOT Juice sales and distribution team, Jim manages our top clients. In addition ensuring their needs and feedback reach our development team to help continue to expand and grow our products.
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Matt Walker

Systems Developer
Joined the team in June 2014
I have been developing web based products since the mid 1990’s and, since 2014, have helped build MOT Juice into what it is today. I take the ideas & designs from company members and turn them into a working product ready for the MOT Juice user base.
Since 2014, I have helped develop MOT Juice from a small software solution. In the beginning only used by Barry in his own business, MOT Juice now has over 15,000 users. A complete Quality Management System, MOT Juice is now used throughout the MOT industry in the UK.
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Sammy Herron

Head of Support & Education
Joined the team in October 2018
I joined the MOT Juice team in October 2018. Since then I have really enjoyed learning about the automotive industry and getting to know our lovely clients.
I am soon to commence my MSc in Organisational Psychology at the University of London. This will strengthen my knowledge of training and development, and how this can be effectively implemented within organisations.
When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my young daughter, travelling and going to the gym.
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Jon Powell

Technical Product Manager
Joined the team in November 2020
I joined the MOT Juice team in November 2020 as Technical Product Manager with a view to adding strength and experience to the training and development aspects of the business.
I bring over 20 years’ experience in training and product management and hope to be able to add many beneficial services to MOT Juice’s already bustling remit including industry specific qualification delivery and various forms of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
When I am not in the work environment, I enjoy spending time with my friends, family and two little girls. I love music and am a massive film buff… specifically anything from the Marvel Universe.
My favourite quote to sum up my philosophy on life would be from Mahatma Gandhi – "Live as if you were to die tomorrow, learn as if you were to live forever".
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Neil Jackson

Finance Business Partner/Director
Joined the team in February 2018
An experienced, motivated and competent commercial Finance Leader with over 25 years experience in both Commerce & Practice; with a proven track record of partnering business and leadership teams to deliver on financial objectives. I have achieved a consistent record of delivering forecasted IBT through full P&L management alongside UK Leadership teams/Boards within international organisations.
I’m keen motorcyclist, petrol head and love all things outdoors. My favourite quote from the Red Hot Chilli Pepper’s, ‘this life is more than just a read through’.
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Nicole Newman

Senior Sales Executive
Joined the team in February 2022
I joined the MOT Juice team in February 2022 as a sales executive and have since taken on the role of senior sales executive. I’ve always enjoyed sales and making a difference to our client’s way of handling MOT compliance.
I’ve developed my knowledge within the MOT sector and seeing results within the garages we work with, makes my job extremely enjoyable. I’ve worked in sales for 6 years and every day is different and I am learning something new every day. Helping customers to reach their compliance goals is rewarding.
When I’m not working, I enjoy travelling and eating good food and trying new things.
My favourite quote is "If you don’t make it, it’s your own damn vault" – Will Ferrell.
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Other Staff Members

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John Federico

Customer Excellence Executive
Joined the team in
March 2020
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Sarah Haines

PA to Jim Tierney
Joined the team in
November 2020
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Jonny Blake

Media & Marketing
Joined the team in
February 2022
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Karly Farrell

HR & Recruitment Executive
Joined the team in
January 2023
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Tracy St.Clair

PA to Barry Babister
Joined the team in
January 2023
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Summer Oakes

UI Designer
Joined the team in
February 2023
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Lauren Jackson

Junior Developer
Joined the team in
June 2023
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Jade Chesters

Client Support Specialist
Joined the team in
October 2023
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David Long

Training Content Creator
Joined the team in
June 2024

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