Pre NCT/CRVT Testing

The National Car Test (NCT) and CRVT Testing programme are compulsory vehicle inspection programmes in Ireland. The primary aim of the NCT is to improve road safety and enhance environmental protection by reducing harmful vehicles emissions in Ireland. The Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test (CVRT) is a roadworthiness test for all commercial vehicles, buses with more than eight passenger seats and ambulances, all over one year old. The purpose of the test is to ensure that these vehicles are in good condition throughout its entire life.

Pre-NCT Inspection

• Check all the vehicle lights and condition of lens.
• Check headlamp alignment and adjust if necessary free of charge.
• Check wiper blades condition and operation
• Check washers
• Check horn operation
• Check condition of safety belts and operation
• Connect diagnostic scanner to car and check airbag, abs, and engine management for any faults and reset if possible
• Check exhaust emission and catalyser condition for petrol only
• Check engine mount condition
• Check timing belt condition
• Check oil level
• Check for oil leaks
  Check tyre condition, specification and set tyre pressures
• Visual inspection of all brake pipes and hoses
• Check suspension and steering for wear
• Visual check of all shock absorbers
• Visual inspection of front brake pads and discs
• Visual inspection of rear disc and pads if fitted
• Check wheel bearings
• Check CV joints and gaiters
• Check handbrake operation
• Check exhaust for leaks and condition
• Check registration plate condition
• General inspection of body work for rust
• Check all glass for chips and cracks
• Check that all door and window operated correctly