CVRT commercial vehicle testing
CVRT (Formerly Known as DOE) RSA-approved testing for all commercial vehicles at our purpose-built facility just off the N4 in Carrick-on-Shannon. We test everything from light vans to articulated lorries with the latest computerised equipment.
Every commercial vehicle gets tested here
We test the full spectrum of commercial transport. From small vans to articulated lorries, everything passes through our bays.
HCVs
Heavy goods vehicles of all weights and configurations.
LCVS
Light goods vehicles up to 3,500kg gross design weight.
Buses & mini buses
Passenger vehicles with any number of seats.
Motor caravans
Recreational vehicles on two or three axles.
Tractors & Trailers
Cargo trailers & Tractors over 3,500kg gross design weight.
Ambulances
Emergency response vehicles tested to full standards.
CVRT test fees set by the Road Safety Authority
Test fees are established by the Road Safety Authority and include VAT along with the Road Safety levy. Costs vary based on vehicle type, weight classification, and axle configuration, so check the official schedule for your specific vehicle.
Questions
Get answers about testing, booking, and keeping your fleet compliant.
The Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test (CVRT) is a mandatory test for commercial vehicles in Ireland, previously known as the DOE test. It checks that your vehicle meets minimum safety and roadworthiness standards set by the Road Safety Authority.
1. Photo ID (Drivers Licence, Passport or Public Services card)
2. Appropriate Test Fee
3. Vehicle Washed and cleaned
4. Wheel Trims/ Hub Caps removed
We are just off the N4 on the Boyle Road, Carrick on Shannon. Our Eircode is N41P4V2. Please call 0719622515 if you need further directions.
Monday to Thursday 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, Friday 7:00 am to 4:00pm.We are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays.
A Pass Statement will be given to you on the day of test but the CRW Disc for display on your windscreen is issued by post normally within 5 working days to the address the vehicle is registered to.
The Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) test can take from 40mins to 1 hour to complete. The Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV) can take from 1-2 hours.
Complimentary tea and coffee is available in our waiting area while you wait.
Your vehicle will require to be retested within 21 days of the original test or max of 4,000 km travelled since original test. Failure to meet your retest date deadline will result in the vehicle having to go through a full test again.
There are no exceptions to the RSA 21-day retest rule unfortunately. If the vehicle is not presented for the retest within 21 days it will have to go through a full test again.
If an equipment retest is required then a retest fee shall apply. If no equipment is required to carry out the retest (visual defects only) then there will be no charge for the retest.
Bookings can be made by calling the office on
071 9622515. Office hours are Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 6:00pm and Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm.
Yes, you can check online using the following link
Check My CRW Expiry Date.You can request a copy online through the CVRT website using the following link: https://operator.cvrt.ie/vehicle/requestCRWpublic
The CRW will be issued by post to the address on your logbook.
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