Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 25 January 2023
71. Deputy Steven Matthews asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to cases whereby driving test candidates have been refused tests due to NCT expirations on their vehicle, in spite of having one booked, and the known delays for this service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3475/23]
View answerThe operation of the driver testing service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I have referred this question to the Authority for reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a reply has not been received within 10 days.
However, I am informed by the RSA that where a motorist has a driving test appointment and their vehicle's NCT has expired within 3 months of the driving test date, if the candidate can bring evidence of an NCT test appointment then the test will proceed.
