NCT Testing During Covid19

Galadriel · 06-06-2020 4:52pm

I just booked in for my re-test that was cancelled in March. I got an appointment for two weeks away.

stephenjmcd · 06-06-2020 5:08pm

Galadriel wrote: »

I just booked in for my re-test that was cancelled in March. I got an appointment for two weeks away.

Yeah theres plenty of dates. Only those with a test from before the end of march are allowed to book appearnelty, plenty of dates all through June and July available.

natc · 06-06-2020 5:14pm

What happens to those due a retest before the end of March but local test center isn’t open yet? Ours has to be completed before the 6th of July but no test center near us is open. It states you must still adhere to the limitations on traveling set out by government. I wonder when will the rest be opened?

jojofizzio · 06-06-2020 5:17pm

stephenjmcd wrote: »

Yeah theres plenty of dates. Only those with a test from before the end of march are allowed to book appearnelty, plenty of dates all through June and July available.

Mine was originally booked for April 3rd,and I rebooked today for June 21st

stephenjmcd · 06-06-2020 5:24pm

jojofizzio wrote: »

Mine was originally booked for April 3rd,and I rebooked today for June 21st

The release they put out said those with NCT due before 28th March should book now.

Everyone with NCT expiring after 28th was given an extra 4 months so shouldn't have a need to book now.

jojofizzio · 06-06-2020 5:29pm

stephenjmcd wrote: »

The release they put out said those with NCT due before 28th March should book now.

Everyone with NCT expiring after 28th was given an extra 4 months so shouldn't have a need to book now.

I know...I just tried it and they gave me the date straight away??car has just been serviced so I’d prefer not to hang around,so hopefully will get it...

Atlantic Dawn · 06-06-2020 5:34pm

Anyone know if your expiry date was extended is that your new anniversary date forever or will it revert back to registration date next time?

stephenjmcd · 06-06-2020 5:35pm

Atlantic Dawn wrote: »

Anyone know if your expiry date was extended is that your new anniversary date forever or will it revert back to registration date next time?

Yeah it'll be forever, all NCT got a 4 month extension so if it's out now in say July it'll be July next time again

Atlantic Dawn · 06-06-2020 5:36pm

stephenjmcd wrote: »

Yeah it'll be forever, all NCT got a 4 month extension so if it's out now in say July it'll be July next time again

Cool, some good from Covid.

TomTanks · 06-06-2020 5:41pm

I got my test done just before lockdown they were unable to complete test due to faulty lifts. I can now book a free retest in 2 weeks time. Am I doing the right thing or is the retest only after a completed full test?

I cant book anything else only the free retest online.

wonski · 06-06-2020 6:01pm

TomTanks wrote: »

I got my test done just before lockdown they were unable to complete test due to faulty lifts. I can now book a free retest in 2 weeks time. Am I doing the right thing or is the retest only after a completed full test?

I cant book anything else only the free retest online.

Of course it is free for you now.

Just book it.

TomTanks · 06-06-2020 6:07pm

wonski wrote: »

Of course it is free for you now.

Just book it.

I did I'm worried I'll turn up and they'll say it's the wrong test.

wonski · 06-06-2020 6:21pm

TomTanks wrote: »

I did I'm worried I'll turn up and they'll say it's the wrong test.

It's a retest. Don't worry.

JP Liz V1 · 06-06-2020 9:32pm

stephenjmcd wrote: »

The release they put out said those with NCT due before 28th March should book now.

Everyone with NCT expiring after 28th was given an extra 4 months so shouldn't have a need to book now.

So if out now, ok for a 4 months to book?

stephenjmcd · 06-06-2020 11:14pm

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

So if out now, ok for a 4 months to book?

If your NCT test was due before 28th March fire away and book is what they're saying. If it was out after 28th there was a 4 month extension given so dont book yet according to the FAQ on the site.

My own was out the week before the 28th and couldn't get a test until mid April which was cancelled, have it in for a service in a weeks time and got the NCT booked for 2 weeks.

Sonics2k · 06-06-2020 11:23pm

My NCT was due the day the restrictions came in. Went on the NCT site a day or two ago and was able to book in for this Wednesday at my local centre, no hassle at all.

BrentMused · 08-07-2020 9:03am

Sorry to post in a month old thread and apologies if there is a more relevant one.

I've gone to book my car in (expires end of this month) but the next available date at any centre in my area or surrounding areas is mid-September. :eek:

I will book it now to ensure I have the paperwork in my car in case of being stopped, but has there been any indication in relation to the (understandably) long wait times and how this may impact on how it is policed over the coming months or what would your opinion be on same?

Thanks.

inforfun · 08-07-2020 9:07am

BrentMused wrote: »

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I've gone to book my car in (expires end of this month) but the next available date at any centre in my area or surrounding areas is mid-September. :eek:

Was that the original date or the new one with 4 months added?

wassie · 08-07-2020 9:49am

BrentMused wrote: »

Sorry to post in a month old thread and apologies if there is a more relevant one.
I've gone to book my car in (expires end of this month) but the next available date at any centre in my area or surrounding areas is mid-September.

Make a reminder to check the website every Tuesday morning as that when bookings are updated and earlier slots may be available.

Slots also come up as people cancel. In the past I was checking several times a day and have managed to get an opening. You obviously need to have some flexibility to be able to grab a spot though.

cudsy1 · 08-07-2020 9:58am

also september for cork city locations, only the odd cancellation slot before then. these seem to come and go in a matter of minutes

JP Liz V1 · 09-07-2020 6:52pm

Is all NCT centres opened back up?

JP Liz V1 · 24-07-2020 10:05pm

BrentMused wrote: »

Sorry to post in a month old thread and apologies if there is a more relevant one.

I've gone to book my car in (expires end of this month) but the next available date at any centre in my area or surrounding areas is mid-September. :eek:

I will book it now to ensure I have the paperwork in my car in case of being stopped, but has there been any indication in relation to the (understandably) long wait times and how this may impact on how it is policed over the coming months or what would your opinion be on same?

Thanks.

The earliest I can get a booking online for is October, seems all are extended for four months

mickwat155 · 12-08-2020 8:53pm

Sorry for jumping onto this thread but my nct was extended due to covid so it's up next week but the nearest test day I can get in sligo is 12 weeks away should I go with it and hope any garda that stops me understands?

janisjoplin · 12-08-2020 8:55pm

I'm in the same situation. My car was due nct in April and it was then extended to August, went to book a new nct last week and have to wait until November. Just going to keep the confirmation email and text in the event the Gardaí stop me, hopefully they will understand

bigboss1986 · 12-08-2020 10:17pm

Hi all.My car was tested week before lockdown with due date 30/04/2021 but when I checked on nct site has been extended till 30/08/2021.Same with my second car with nct due on the disc 28/02/2021 now 28/06/2021 and just thinking would be safe to drive past due date on the disc as new dates suits me better to do the test

wonski · 12-08-2020 10:25pm

Of course you can.

Your new due dates are perfectly valid.

JP Liz V1 · 01-10-2020 10:08pm

Do they take cash at the centres?

emy · 04-01-2021 1:39pm

Hi all,
My NCT was due back in Sept 2020, with the Covid19 thing, it has postponed to this month on the 20 of JAN 2021. I tried to book it, the next available is in March on the 10th. I do not know what to do. I ve sent an email to the NCT to see what to do. I should have booked it in advanced with more than a month....to late now.

This is it · 04-01-2021 1:47pm

emy wrote: »

Hi all,
My NCT was due back in Sept 2020, with the Covid19 thing, it has postponed to this month on the 20 of JAN 2021. I tried to book it, the next available is in March on the 10th. I do not know what to do. I ve sent an email to the NCT to see what to do. I should have booked it in advanced with more than a month....to late now.

I don't know how far you'll get with email but if you call them they can out you on a cancellation list, it'll be short notice but you should get a date and time quick enough

emy · 04-01-2021 1:53pm

This is it wrote: »

I don't know how far you'll get with email but if you call them they can out you on a cancellation list, it'll be short notice but you should get a date and time quick enough

I tried to call them in the morning, nobody answered. It seems that they have an hour break now, at 14:15 will open again.

04-01-2021 2:29pm

Does the owner need to bring the vehicle or can someone else bring it as a representative? My mother is due her NCT next week how ever is fearful of going to the centre herself at the moment

Dubh Geannain · 04-01-2021 2:32pm

Deleted User wrote: »

Does the owner need to bring the vehicle or can someone else bring it as a representative? My mother is due her NCT next week how ever is fearful of going to the centre herself at the moment

I bring my wife's car all the time. Just need your license for ID purposes and the booking confirmation.

Have my own NCT on Wednesday. In Kells. I'd say it's the first time I've ever looked forward to one. It'll be nice to go for a spin on my own in the car

mgn · 04-01-2021 2:34pm

Deleted User wrote: »

Does the owner need to bring the vehicle or can someone else bring it as a representative? My mother is due her NCT next week how ever is fearful of going to the centre herself at the moment

Anybody can bring the car for the test, just make sure you have your driving licence and the log book with you.

Dubh Geannain · 04-01-2021 2:35pm

emy wrote: »

Hi all,
My NCT was due back in Sept 2020, with the Covid19 thing, it has postponed to this month on the 20 of JAN 2021. I tried to book it, the next available is in March on the 10th. I do not know what to do. I ve sent an email to the NCT to see what to do. I should have booked it in advanced with more than a month....to late now.

I must have got lucky when I logged on this morning. Was in the exact same position as you (sep 2020 extension). But when I checked this morning I was provided with loads of options for dates and times in the next week at my local centre in Kells. I was worried I wouldn't get a slot when I first logged on but could believe the amount of times available.

papu · 04-01-2021 3:04pm

emy wrote: »

Hi all,
My NCT was due back in Sept 2020, with the Covid19 thing, it has postponed to this month on the 20 of JAN 2021. I tried to book it, the next available is in March on the 10th. I do not know what to do. I ve sent an email to the NCT to see what to do. I should have booked it in advanced with more than a month....to late now.

Keep checking, they release appointments almost daily. Or call them up and be put on the shortlist.

emy · 04-01-2021 3:10pm

Dubh Geannain wrote: »

I must have got lucky when I logged on this morning. Was in the exact same position as you (sep 2020 extension). But when I checked this morning I was provided with loads of options for dates and times in the next week at my local centre in Kells. I was worried I wouldn't get a slot when I first logged on but could believe the amount of times available.

In fact it was only one available on the 18th this month, at 8:45 in the morning, when i checked.... after a few minutes was gone

...anyway I called them now and put me on priority list, within 4 weeks I'll be getting the NCT done, I was told. Now I am waiting for a text with the booking day!

Illium · 11-01-2021 2:42pm

My original NCT is due to expire tomorrow.

But I'm not legally due to have one again for four months due to the extension.

My questions: Should I keep my expired disc in the car?

Can I apply for a disc to take me up to four months?

wonski · 11-01-2021 3:59pm

Keep your disc where it is and they won't issue new discs. Gardai is aware of the extension.

Tpcl20 · 11-01-2021 4:01pm

Do you need to have the old disc with you for the test? I have the cert from last time but the disc is nowhere to be found.

wonski · 11-01-2021 4:54pm

You don't need the disc for nct.

I would keep the cert in the wallet to show it to the Garda, though. Or apply for replacement disc (there is a fee). I would personally apply for replacement to avoid problems for the next 4 months.

Galadriel · 11-01-2021 5:05pm

Illium wrote: »

My original NCT is due to expire tomorrow.

But I'm not legally due to have one again for four months due to the extension.

My questions: Should I keep my expired disc in the car?

Can I apply for a disc to take me up to four months?

My NCT expired on the 4th January, I was not given an extension, what way does it work?

Atlantic Dawn · 11-01-2021 5:07pm

Galadriel wrote: »

My NCT expired on the 4th January, I was not given an extension, what way does it work?

Check on NCT.ie with your vehicle reg what date it has for yours to expire, very possible you have been given an extension.

Galadriel · 11-01-2021 5:09pm

Atlantic Dawn wrote: »

Check on NCT.ie with your vehicle reg what date it has for yours to expire, very possible you have been given an extension.

Yeah, I checked it out last month and no extension so I just booked my test for a few weeks away, typical!

wonski · 11-01-2021 7:02pm

Galadriel wrote: »

My NCT expired on the 4th January, I was not given an extension, what way does it work?

That's not possible unless you already had your nct extended in September.

If your nct was due to expire in January - based on the disc and cert - it was automatically extended by four months.

Galadriel · 11-01-2021 9:24pm

wonski wrote: »

That's not possible unless you already had your nct extended in September.

If your nct was due to expire in January - based on the disc and cert - it was automatically extended by four months.

No, I've never had an extension. It was due last year on the 4th January and I couldn't get an appointment until March, it failed on a small thing but I couldn't get a re-test then until 26 days later, then Covid happened. So once the centres re-opened during the Summer I booked in for the re-test and it passed. I don't get it either, I seem to be the only person not to have gotten an extension!

EDIT: unless it's due to the fact I didn't have a cert from January until the re-test during the Summer?

wonski · 11-01-2021 11:47pm

Galadriel wrote: »

No, I've never had an extension. It was due last year on the 4th January and I couldn't get an appointment until March, it failed on a small thing but I couldn't get a re-test then until 26 days later, then Covid happened. So once the centres re-opened during the Summer I booked in for the re-test and it passed. I don't get it either, I seem to be the only person not to have gotten an extension!

EDIT: unless it's due to the fact I didn't have a cert from January until the re-test during the Summer?

Well if it expired in January 2020 then you had no extension, and even if there was it would expire by now...

I thought it expired this year.

1123heavy · 30-01-2021 11:54pm

I bought a car on the 16th September 2020. It had NCT valid until 5th September 2020. When I bought it I looked at sending it for the NCT, the new test date was 25th January 2021 and I could find no dates available until today. I took my car for the NCT and it failed, though I was not served a dangerous vehicle notice nor told I could not drive it.

Literally about 3 hrs after the test, I was parked on a street and the rear of the car was edging over a double yellow line. I came back to the car to find a Garda standing over it with some apparatus. Yellow line issues aside, he told me the car was on the road illegally as it had an invalid NCT cert, the one on display was 05 Sep 2020. I made the point about COVID and the new test date/4+ months delay, he insisted I was in the wrong and the car was on the road illegally .. implying to me any date post what the cert said was 'illegal' in his words - something that's surely wrong.

I then explained I literally went in as soon as I could; a few hours earlier, and will be having a retest. I pulled out the proof of having been for the test today.

He told me the car was liable to be seized on the spot for not having valid NCT and because it failed today. He did not seize it and essentially made it out that he was doing me a favour. I was 99% sure he was wrong but bit my tongue.

Can anyone advise who was right? The gov granted an alleviation, my new test date was this week, how was I ever supposed to do it beforehand.

NCT Testing During Covid19

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