The Government through the Road Safety Authority launched a public consultation on testing of Vintage Vehicles last Thursday the 16th of October 2014. This consultation is to be closed down by Friday November 14th 2014 and the legislation to be introduced in early 2015. At the moment any vehicles that were registered after the 1st January 1980 must be tested (NCT). The RSA are considering a number of options in providing an exemption from the requirement to undergo compulsory testing for vintage vehicles first registered either:
- Prior to 1st January 1960
- Prior to 1st January 1980
- On becoming 40 years old
- On becoming 30 years old
More information is available on the RSA website including how to give your feedback on the new proposals: RSA – Roadworthiness Testing of Vintage Vehicles
UPDATE:
At a recent meeting which a number of Breffni Vintage Club members attended, the following slides were presented which explain the new guidelines and what you need to do to give your feedback. The slides can be download here: RSA Public Consultation Presentation IVVCC
A blank response form can be downloaded here: Roadworthiness_Testing_of_Vintage_Vehicles_Response_Form_Blank