Applus+ Car Testing Service Ltd, is responsible for the operation of the compulsory vehicle inspection programme in Ireland. This programme which falls under the directive 2009/40/EC is heading into its eleventh year of operation and its primary aim is to improve road safety and enhance environmental protection by reducing harmful vehicles emissions in Ireland.

Ireland over the last number of years has witnessed a bigger reliance on mechanically propelled vehicles with an increase in the number of vehicles on the road resulting in longer journey times. The safety of vehicles has never been more in question in Ireland as it is today; therefore by bringing your vehicle in for its National Car Test we can provide a comprehensive diagnosis of the condition of your vehicle on the day of the test. To help you comply with this legal requirement, NCT have a dedicated network of 46 test centres throughout the country. Please click here to find the test centre nearest you where you can have your vehicle inspected.

Applus+ NCT is operating this service on behalf of the Road Safety Authority and is committed to providing the highest standards of customer service. We are the only provider of the service nationwide and are totally independent of the motor industry and do not engage in garage service and repair activities. When having your vehicle inspected by the NCTS you will receive a fair, uniform and impartial service.

Recent News

1. From the 1st January 2010, the owner/ presenter of the vehicle will be required to produce a form of identification (Driving Licence or Passport only) when presenting the vehicle for inspection at the Test Centre.

2. It couldn’t be easier to go for your NCT, from the 4th January, you can now book and pay for your NCT on line (please remember to bring a print out of your confirmed booking with you to the test centre on the day of the test).

 

3. From the 4th January, a further two centres have been added to the NCT network:

Please click on the locations page for a directional map on these centres or if you wish to make a booking for one of these centres then phone our call centre on 1890 412 413

4. The SPSV vehicle licensing service will cease to operate from NCT centres from the 23rd December 2009. From the 4th January 2010, this service will now transfer to a new network of 37 Regional Centres operated by SGS Ireland on behalf of the commission. Detailed locations will be sent individually to all license holders ahead of their renewal date. For more information please visit http://spsvlicensing2010.taxiregulator.ie

 

5. Did you know that from the 1st May 2009, driving a car without a valid NCT may attract up to five penalty points in addition to any fine imposed upon conviction in Court, for more information regarding the NCT and penalty points please refer to the Road Safety Authority or Penalty Points.

 

6. Full revised NCT Manual now available for download here.

 

7. NCT Test Results: NCTS can now provide a monthly update of NCT pass/fail rates and year-to-date results for full tests and re-tests. Read more >>