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I have a 2006 Opel Astra. The electronic button on my key doesn't work. Will my car fail the NCT for using the key manually?
Filed under NCT - Asked by Moira Hannafin (Tralee) - Wed, 11 Nov 2020 14:23
I have bought a new Toyota Proace City 1.5 SWB van and I have taxed it and insured it for private use. The tax cost me €413. My query is, where do I get it tested when it comes up? Is it NCT or CVRT? Which one is it classed for?
Thanking you
Dave
Filed under NCT - Asked by Dave Daly (Co Cork) - Fri, 25 Sep 2020 11:54
Hi, can you please help?
My 2004 Mitsubishi Colt needs its two outer CV joints replacing as it creaks when turning the wheel, though it does not affect the drive quality. I am having trouble finding the parts as it's a Japanese import. My main concern is will it pass its NCT with the creaking?
Thanks
Sue
Filed under NCT - Asked by Sue Doyle (Wicklow ) - Thu, 17 Sep 2020 12:44
When will the NCT issue appointments for under-car inspections that could not be completed due to their scissor lift fiasco?
Filed under NCT - Asked by Phil Singleton (Kanturk ) - Tue, 11 Aug 2020 06:04
I have a 1992 Volvo that I bought new; it has been in the garage for the last 10 years and I would like to put it back on the road. I had the local mechanic look at it and he said that if he drove it 30 miles down the road to take the surface rust off the discs it would probably pass an NCT. However, I would like to take it to the garage and have the discs and pads changed along with the brake hoses. The question is, can I drive it to the garage without tax and NCT?
Best wishes, Chris Keohane
Filed under NCT - Asked by Christopher Keohane (Bantry Co Cork) - Thu, 23 Jul 2020 10:56
Hi,
I have a Mazda RX-8, which was due a test at the start of April. I am wondering what the rules are as regards emission testing. As you probably know, they have a different type of engine and require two-stroke oil, which would leave emissions very high. Do I need to stop adding two-stroke oil before the test or are they not tested for emissions?
Thanks
Patrick
Filed under NCT - Asked by Patrick Sweeney (LETTERKENNY) - Mon, 22 Jun 2020 15:42
Hi there,
I have lost my NCT disc and cert; I know it passed but how can I prove this and get a new one?
Filed under NCT - Asked by Lydia Casey (Blackrock Dublin ) - Mon, 30 Mar 2020 15:15
Can a crack on the front grille of a car cause it to fail an NCT?
Filed under NCT - Asked by Conor Byrne (Sligo ) - Thu, 30 Jan 2020 20:08
Will my 2005 Renault Kangoo 1.5 dCi pass the NCT with the glow plug warning light illuminated? It is not the engine management light as that has a separate light that is not illuminated, only the glow plug light is always illuminated while the car is running.
Thanks
Filed under NCT - Asked by Jacob Wilton (Sligo) - Sat, 09 Nov 2019 18:06
The glow plugs in my car need to be changed. Must I do this before NCT test?
Filed under NCT - Asked by Martin Scullion (Dublin) - Tue, 12 Nov 2019 12:04
