In This Section:
- Why has car testing been introduced?
- What cars must be tested and how often?
- When did car testing commence?
- How do I know when my car is due to be tested?
- Are any cars exempt from the NCT?
- Will I be notified when my test is due?
- Where do I get my car tested?
- Who will carry out the test?
- How much does the test cost and what are the payment methods?
- What are the benefits of car testing?
- What is examined during the test?
- How are emission standards applied to old cars?
- How can I best prepare for the NCT and what documents should I bring?
- If I fail my NCT, when can I book a re-test?
- How will car testing be enforced?
- Will my car need it's NCT if I have imported it from the U.K. or Northern Ireland where it already received an MOT?
- How can the public be sure that the test will be fair and that everyone will be treated the same?
- What will I do if I lose my NCT Certificate or NCT Report?





