What do I need to bring to MOT Northern Ireland?

What do I need to bring to MOT Northern Ireland?

Documents to bring to the test

1. Vehicle registration document V5C(NI)
2. Appointment letter.
3. Any current Certificate or Notice of Refusal for all cars, motorcycles, light goods vehicles and heavy goods vehicles.

What do I need to bring to an MOT test?

Before you attend your MOT, it would be helpful to have both your current MOT certificate and V5C Vehicle Registration Document with you. Even if you can’t find either of these, your test centre should be able to find your details on their system.

How do I view my MOT certificate?

The option to view the certificate appears alongside the test record in the vehicle’s MOT history. To view the certificate, the user needs to type in the 11-digit reference number (without spaces) from the latest vehicle log book (V5C).

Can I drive my car while waiting on MOT?

Don’t be – driving without an MOT certificate will not only put you at risk of a large fine, it would also invalidate your car insurance. Driving with an expired MOT certificate essentially means your car is unroadworthy. Technically and legally, it’s not safe to drive.

How long does an MOT test take in Northern Ireland?

between 45 and 60 minutes
How long does an MOT take? An average MOT test takes between 45 and 60 minutes, but there are a couple of other things to take into consideration.

Do I need to take my old MOT certificate?

You don’t need your old MOT certificate to have a new MOT test conducted. That being said, it’s wise to keep your previous certificates in a safe place so that if you want to sell your car, you can provide a full MOT history.

How long is a MOT valid for?

An MOT lasts for a year. The date it runs out is printed on your current MOT pass certificate. You can be fined up to £1,000 for driving a vehicle without a valid MOT. You can get an MOT up to a month (minus a day) before it runs out and keep the same renewal date.

Can you fail MOT on TYRE pressure?

Although tyre pressure itself isn’t checked in an MOT, legislation introduced in 2015 means that every car with a faulty or failed tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) will fail its MOT.

Can you view your MOT certificate online?

A new online service allows motorists to get duplicate MOT certificates for their car or van, free of charge. That’s about 2% of all MOT tests done each year. The new service launched this month allows vehicle owners to view and save their MOT certificate as a PDF, and print a copy if they need one.

Are MOT certificates still issued 2021?

Are MOT test certificates still issued? Yes, MOT test certificates are still issued by the test centre.

Do you get 14 days grace for an MOT?

Many people believe that there is a two-week grace period for lapsed MOTs – which can allow drivers a leeway period to get their vehicle booked in for their MOT test. Unfortunately, despite popular belief, the ‘MOT grace period’ is actually a myth.

Can police check MOT?

Their systems automatically check each month the status of each vehicle, which includes validity of MOT test certificates. A vehicle that does not have a valid MOT test certificate has its registration details automatically passed onto the Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) of police vehicles.

Where can I book a MOT test in ni?

Or, you can contact [email protected] with any HGV or trailer booking queries. You’ll get an appointment notice when the booking has been confirmed with the test centre. You can book MOT/vehicle test online.

Do you have to book an appointment for a MOT?

This page allows you to book, view, change or cancel your MOT/ vehicle test appointment online. You may not be able to get an appointment before your existing MOT expires. If this is the case, you must book the earliest available test appointment for your vehicle.

Who is responsible for driving test booking in Northern Ireland?

Driver & Vehicle Agency – vehicle test booking. Driver & Vehicle Agency is responsible for licensing and testing vehicles and drivers in Northern Ireland. This page has contact details for booking, cancelling or rescheduling a vehicle test (MOT).

Where can I use my Mot security card?

Your MOT security card generates a 6-digit number you need to sign in to the MOT testing service. Your card is linked to you, and you can use it at any vehicle testing station ( VTS ). You don’t have to pay for the card.