What is a National Car Test (NCT)?

The NCT is conducted every 2 years for vehicles younger than 10 years and vehicles that are being presented for their 10th anniversary inspection or older than 10 years must undergo an annual inspection. 

The NCT is a check of basic requirements at the time of the test.  It assesses components which are visible and accessible. It does not replace or purport to replace your responsibility to ensure your car is roadworthy at all times or the regular maintenance that a mechanic needs to carry out on your car.  

Defects found must be repaired and the car must pass a re-test before the car owner will be issued with an NCT Certificate.