How do I know if my NCT is real?
If you own the vehicle you want to check the NCT on you can simply look at the national car testing service disc displayed at the front of your car. When a car successfully passes the NCT, a valid NCT certificate disc is given to the owner which must be displayed on the front window of the car.
How do I get an NCT disk?
If your car is eligible for the NCT (please see NCT Test Frequency table below) then please phone us on 014135992 or alternatively to use our online facility, you will need a credit/debit card and then simply type in your car registration number + Booking I.D (which can be found at the top of your NCT Booking letter …
What year does your car have to be to get 2 years NCT?
The NCT is conducted every 2 years for vehicles younger than 10 years and vehicles that are being presented for their 10th anniversary inspection or older than 10 years must undergo an annual inspection.
How do I check my NCT booking?
Alternatively
- Telephone. We have a dedicated team who are available to help you with booking your test, just call our Booking line on 01-4135992 from 8am to 8pm (Mon-Thurs) and 8am to 6pm (Fri) for confirmations, re-arrangements or cancellations of appointments.
- E-Mail Bookings.
- Postal Bookings.
What documents do I need for NCT?
The person taking the car to the NCT must bring the cars vehicle registration/licensing certificate with them to the test centre. They must also bring their driving licence or Public Services Card (PSC) as identification.
Are you insured without NCT?
In most situations, driving without a valid NCT certificate is illegal and any insurance claim is void. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, travel restrictions are in place. Also, the deadline on everybody’s NCT test has been given a 3 month extension as of August 2020.
What documents do I need for NCT test?
Your Vehicle Registration Book, Registration Certificate or Licensing Certificate is with you when you arrive at the test centre. 10. You have your test fee of €55.00, plus any cancellation fee (if applicable) payable by cash, laser card and all major credit cards (excluding American Express).
Can I drive without NCT?
Your car must be roadworthy In most situations, driving without a valid NCT certificate is illegal and any insurance claim is void. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, travel restrictions are in place. Also, the deadline on everybody’s NCT test has been given a 3 month extension as of August 2020.
How do I get a 2 year NCT?
If they test their cars more than 90 days before the due NCT date they will get a two-year certificate. If they don’t, they will get one year as cars over 10 years old have to be tested annually.
Can you pass NCT with engine light on?
Arriving to an NCT Centre with an illuminated warning light is a serious no no. A lit up airbag warning light spells immediate failure. If your Engine Management light is showing, your NCT inspector might not even conduct the test!
What’s the penalty for no NCT?
It is an offence to drive a vehicle in a public place without a current NCT certificate. This applies to vehicles from the fourth anniversary of their first registration. The penalty for driving without an NCT certificate is a fine of up to €2000, and/or up to 5 penalty points and/or imprisonment for up to 3 months.
Can I use my EU Roadworthy Certificate for NCT?
You can no longer transfer the unexpired portion of an EU certificate for a mutual recognition cert however, vehicle owners may use their current EU roadworthiness certificate until the expiry date and then present the vehicle for its NCT. Are any cars exempt from the NCT?
When is an NCT certificate not issued?
An NCT Certificate will not be issued until the vehicle is returned for inspection. Where a vehicle is failed because of a dangerous defect that constitutes a direct or immediate risk to road safety such that, the vehicle should not be used on the road under any circumstances.
Can a car with an out of State roadworthiness certificate be displayed?
Imported vehicles from another EU Member State can continue to display the roadworthiness certificate from the country of origin within the EU, which will be recognised in Ireland until the expiry date. The owner should apply and pass the NCT for the vehicle before the expiry of their current out of state roadworthiness certificate.
What is the NCT vehicle inspection report?
The report details the results of the test and explains what faults (if any) have been found. If your car has passed the test you will also receive a pass certificate. Since 13 August 2018, defects identified during testing will be classified as minor, major or dangerous. Test results will appear in this format on the NCT Vehicle Inspection Report.