Also, if your first Category B learner permit was issued on or after 4 April 2011 you must: have completed an Essential Driver Training (EDT) course; have completed an Initial Basic Training (IBT) course if your first Category
A type learner permit was issued on or after 6 December 2010.
What you need to do on the day of the test
The following information is a summary of requirements. The notification of your test appointment contains all the relevant information and requirements which must be met on the day.
Use the correct vehicle for your test.
• Under current regulations specific guidelines set out the minimum requirements for the vehicle you plan to use for your driving test to be acceptable (see Appendix 5). You will be advised of the vehicle requirements on your test appointment notice. However, if you have any concerns, please refer to www.rsa.ie where full details are available.
Make sure your vehicle displays:
- a current valid motor tax disc;
- a valid NCT disc or CVRT disc, as applicable to your vehicle (see page 26);
• proper ‘L’ plates at the front and back (other than Category A, A1, A2 and AM where you wear the plates on your person); and
• a current valid insurance disc (except if you are being tested in a category A, A1, A2, AM and W vehicle).
Make sure your vehicle is roadworthy.
Be in the test centre at least 10 minutes before your test appointment time.
Give the driver tester your current Irish learner permit. The tester will check the permit to confirm that it is yours, is current and is for the correct category of vehicle.
Read the ‘Checklist for your driving test’ on www.rsa.ie.
Your test will be cancelled and you will lose your fee if: you are late; your vehicle does not show the correct discs or L plates;