How long before NCT is due can you test?

How long before NCT is due can you test?

90 days
The NCT Regulations allow that a car may be tested up to 90 days in advance of the test due date without affecting the expiry date of the certificate issued. This system is in place to ensure all owners have sufficient time to have their vehicles successfully tested before the current certificate expires.

What is a pre NCT check?

Contact us about Pre NCT Check This inspection covers over 40 checks, including the most common failure items as published annually by the NCT. We at First Stop would like to ensure that your car passes it’s NCT the first time. Book now at one of our participating stores.

Are NCT Centres Open 2021?

All NCT centres are fully operational. The NCT service is deemed an essential service and customers travelling for scheduled appointments are exempt from the travel restrictions.

What do I need to bring with me 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.

Does a 161 car need an NCT?

Cars up to four years old do not need an NCT. Cars four to nine years old must be tested every second year. Cars ten years and older must be tested every year. It might help to know that the NCT regulations allow for a car to be tested up to 90 days before the due date without affecting the next cert’s expiry date.

Can you drive without NCT if you have it booked?

Or will you risk a fine and penalty points? Unfortunately, you absolutely shouldn’t drive without a valid NCT test, if you were able to book it within good time.

Can you drive with NCT booking?

It’s the kind of limbo you enter without a current NCT cert / disc. If you’ve failed and have the failure report and a new booking for a re-test (visual or full) you’re covered as you must be able to take your car for remedial work as long as it is not dangerous to drive it.

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.

Can I drive my car while waiting for NCT?

Also, the deadline on everybody’s NCT test has been given a 3 month extension as of August 2020. This means you can get away with driving without an NCT if you haven’t been able to book one. However, your car still needs to be roadworthy.

Do vintage cars need NCT in Ireland?

Are vintage cars exempt from NCT? Currently only private cars over 40 years old are exempt from NCT. Private cars aged between 30-39 years (inclusive) are required to do a roadworthiness test every two years.

What does ND mean on NCT report?

not done
The ND stands for not done.

How long is waiting list for NCT?

The average wait time for an NCT test is now three weeks, according to the National Car Test Service (NCTS).