How to Prepare for Your CVRT Test – Checklist
Taking your commercial vehicle for its annual roadworthiness test? Our RSA-certified inspectors help businesses across Cork maintain safe, compliant fleets. Learn what to check before your test to ensure a smooth inspection.
Essential Pre-Test Vehicle Preparation
Before bringing your commercial vehicle for testing, proper preparation is crucial. Our testing center’s expertise comes from decades of CVRT inspections across Cork. Here’s what our certified inspectors focus on during every test, helping you prepare effectively:
- Thorough cleaning of interior and exterior for proper inspection access
- Checking all fluid levels including oil, brake fluid, and coolant
- Testing all lights, indicators, and electrical systems
- Inspecting tire condition, pressure, and tread depth
- Verifying brake performance and suspension response
Key Vehicle Checks Before Testing
Professional preparation makes all the difference in passing your CVRT inspection. Follow our inspector-recommended checklist:
- Vehicle Fluids and Systems
- Engine oil at proper levels
- Brake fluid topped up
- Power steering fluid checked
- Coolant levels verified
- Windscreen washer fluid filled
- Safety Components
- Brake performance tested
- Suspension checked for wear
- Steering response verified
- Tire condition assessed
- Mirror and glass integrity confirmed
Understanding the CVRT Process
Once your vehicle arrives for testing, our certified inspectors conduct a comprehensive examination including:
- Brake efficiency testing
- Suspension analysis
- Emissions verification
- Underbody inspection
- Electrical systems check