PLEASE PREPARE FOR YOUR NCT BY ENSURING THAT:
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1. Your car has adequate oil and water.
2. The boot is empty and your vehicle is clear of all valuables and personal
belongings.
3. The vehicle is reasonably clean (especially the underbody).
4. The wheel hubcaps are removed (only in the case where wheel nuts are
not visible) and the tyres are inflated to the correct pressure.
5. The engine is in a fit state to be tested e.g. cam belt / timing belt. You
may be asked to sign a disclaimer at the test centre.
6. All seat belts and clips are fully visible (including rear).
7. We also recommend that you have your lights checked and set prior to
the NCT.
8. Your Vehicle Registration Book, Registration Certificate or Licensing
Certificate is with you when you arrive at the test centre.
9. You bring identification (driving licence) with you on the day of the test.
The person who brings the car for inspection brings their identification
with them (driving licence) as failure to provide the required
identification will result in the vehicle not being issued an NCT certificate
at the time of testing
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).
11. Your vehicle is at a normal operating temperature prior to arriving at the
test centre for inspection
12. Your registration plates comply with current regulations
If the above items are not taken care of, NCTS may be unable to test your vehicle.