National Car Test

The National Car Test (NCT) was introduced in Ireland on 4th January 2000.

What are the benefits of car testing?

• Safer Vehicles
• Improved Reliability
• Improved Fuel Economy
• Cleaner Air/Less Noise
• Potential for Lower Insurance Costs

What cars must be tested?

Testing will be phased in over the period 2000 to 2002 as follows:

• Cars first registered before 1 January 1992-2000
• 1992 to 1996 registered cars - 2001
• 4 year old cars and all liable older cars - 2002

In the relevant year, the NCT will be due on the anniversary of the first registration date (ie day / month / year in Ireland or abroad - whichever is earliest) and subsequent tests every 2 years.

Where can I get my car tested?

NCT centres are located throughout the country including a centre in Sligo.

How much will the NCT cost?

The fee for an NCT will be €49.00 with a retest cost of €27.50, (both inclusive of VAT). Retests which do not require the use of a test lane will be free of charge. Free retests will cover minor items such as the replacement of brake light bulbs or windscreen wipers.

Where can I get further information?

http://www.ncts.ie/

Queries in relation to any aspect of the NCT should be directed to:
Customer Enquiries, National Car Testing Service (NCTS), Lakedrive 3026, Citywest Business Campus, Naas Road, Dublin 24.
Tel: 1890 200 670; Fax: 01 - 413 5996; Email: info@ncts.ie