IMC renewal
My understanding having read it (but can't quote the relevant publication and paragraph) is that an IMC test to be used on a MEL needs to be done on an MEL at initial (or first renewal prior to using the rating in a MEL). Thereafter the renewal can be completed on an SEL.
So if at any stage you have done an IMC test or IMCX renewal test on ME you can use the IMC on a ME even if later renewals have been done SE.
Is there a logic?.
The multi renewal (12 months) now requires extensive evidence of asymetric handling so I guess this demonstrates ability in handling the a/c even in IMC conditions?.