An intensive course offering in-depth knowledge and practical, hands-on skills in well-equipped workshop facilities for the accurate identification of leisure vehicles.
Exclusive 2026 Introductory offer - Course Fee: £299.00 + VAT per delegate.
Exclusive 2026 Introductory offer - Course Fee: £299.00 + VAT per delegate
The IMI Accredited NCC Caravan and Motorcaravan Identification Programme is an intensive 2-day course designed to provide participants with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in vehicle identification.
This course offers detailed insights into manufacturer and VIN Chip marking systems, techniques used for identity manipulation, methods for detecting these issues during investigations, stop checks and planned operations.
It will also enable students to document and present exhibits and record sensitive material findings in an evidential statement / report, for production at court.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an IMI Quality Assured Award certificate.
This course is ideal for law enforcement, senior claims assessors and vehicle examiners looking to enhance their expertise in caravan and Leisure Vehicle identification.
Learn the ethical values of the NCC and gain working knowledge of the Central Registration and Identification Scheme (CRIS) and VIN Chip security technologies.
Recognise the relevance and detailed information contained within the 17-character alphanumeric Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) structure, as required under ISO 3779 regulations. Enabling greater understanding and the ability to identify false / cloned numbers.
Gain comprehensive knowledge surrounding formal identification, cloning techniques and methods used to security mark caravans prior to the advancement and the introduction of VIN Chip.
Develop the skills to recognise fake or altered chassis numbers and number plates, enabling you to detect suspect vehicles more effectively.
To understand:
1. CPIA responsibilities as vehicle examiner (Police and Civilian).
2. Understand PII application and rationale re protecting sensitive material.
3. Produce clear, concise, and accurate written sensitive material documents and evidential statements that can be used in legal proceedings.
1. Recognise the relevance and traceability of manufacture security install and after-market technology tracking systems.
2. Utilising the Police approved Cycomms database – increased awareness of evidential applications re IMEI data.
To recognise fake or altered chassis numbers, enabling the student to detect suspect leisure vehicles.
Increase awareness re health and safety considerations surrounding use of jamming equipment when approaching suspected stolen leisure vehicles, ensuring inspections are conducted safely and effectively.
To have a working knowledge of PNC as an effective investigative tool for identifying potential stolen leisure vehicles. To demonstrate and have a comprehensive working knowledge of CRiS and the evidential information that can be recovered.
Increase awareness of students via theft and cloning trends, including case study example re current Leisure vehicle thefts.
Recognise motorhome classification types, methods of production and identification techniques surrounding habitation variables and covert markings.
Recognise campervan classification types, methods of production and identification techniques surrounding habitation variables and covert markings.
Learn about additional databases available to police to assist in the identification of cloned leisure vehicles.
The course runs over 2 days and includes a balanced mix of theory and practical sessions. Students are required to complete a multiple-choice examination and a workbook examination throughout the course to assess their understanding and knowledge.
2026 Introductory offer
Course Fee: £299.00 + VAT per delegate
Additional Costs: £57.00 annual affiliate membership for the IMI for UK residents.
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Unit 5A Lakeside Business Park
South Cerney
Cirencester
GL7 5XL
Trainer comes to you (training centre or similar)
Price on Application (for a minimum of 10 delegates).
Additional Costs: Mileage, accommodation, and sustenance for the trainer. These costs are usually covered by the hosting force due to potential discounts available to them, quotes can be provided upon request.
Martyn Leigh is a former Detective Constable with Lancashire Constabulary, bringing 30 years of policing experience, including 24 years within CID managing complex, serious, and organised crime investigations. He worked across specialist and multi-agency units including SOCU, Major Investigation Teams, Human Trafficking, Exploitation, and Surveillance.
Accredited as a forensic vehicle examiner in 2007, Martyn spent nine years with the Organised Vehicle Crime Team, leading national and international investigations into organised crime, vehicle theft, and cloning—particularly leisure vehicles.
His work has been recognised with multiple policing awards, including two National IAATI awards and a European IAATI award. Since leaving the police in 2024, Martyn continues his vehicle identification and recovery work as VIN Chip’s Police Liaison Officer and is the author of the IMI Quality Assured and NCC-approved Official NCC Caravan and Motorcaravan Identification Course.
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VIN Chip Ltd,
Catherine House,
Victoria Road,
Aldershot,
Hampshire,
GU11 1SS
VIN Chip Ltd, Catherine House, Victoria
Road, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU11 1SS
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