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Dubai is one of the top cities in the United Arab Emirates. The governing bodies are exerting every effort to make it a smart city. As a government agency, Dubai's Road and Transportation Authority seeks to provide everyone with reliable transportation.

In keeping with its mission, RTA has opened many Vehicle Testing Centers (VTCs) around Dubai to make it easier for motorists to get their vehicles inspected.

All vehicles in Dubai must pass yearly safety tests from authorized vehicle test centers to assess their safety, regardless of whether you intend to sell your automobile or vehicle registration renewal. 

Before they are permitted to drive, this will ensure they are free of any flaws. When your vehicle passes the requisite tests, a Road and Transport Authority (RTA) Customer Center or an authorized testing center can register it.

So here in this blog let's find out everything there is to know about vehicle testing.

Vehicle Testing Centers In Dubai

Tasjeel:

In response to the increasing number of vehicles in the city, Dubai Police and ENOC joined together to create the corporation. ENOC TASJEEL is completely licensed to provide such services at convenient locations, whether you need a secondhand automobile inspection or want a car registration renewal. They offer services for,

• Vehicle test services

• Comprehensive test

• Chassis checking test

• Civil defense test

• Dubai Municipality test

• Trailer test

• Fleet services

• Wheel alignment test for heavy vehicles.

Wasel:

Wasel Vehicle Testing, a subsidiary of Saif Belhasa Holding, is a key partner of RTA Dubai and offers vehicle testing services in addition to auto maintenance in the area. To get your car tested quickly, go to their counters. Your vehicle's lifespan might increase if it can continue to adhere to Dubai's road safety rules with a few quick inspections at the center.

Tamam:

Tamam, a facility for testing vehicles recognized by the Dubai Road and Transport Authority, focuses on the inspection and registration of both light and heavy vehicles. 

The company has been approved as a contractor by Dubai Municipality to examine food transportation vehicles following their food control department's regulations. They provide services for testing and registration, on-site inspection, trailer testing, and chassis number punching.

EMARAT SHAMIL:

Emarat Shamil offers hassle-free car inspection and registration in less than 30 minutes. Eight branches of the company are located both in the northern emirates and around the metropolis. It provides a wide range of services in partnership with the RTA and the Ministry of Interior.

Shamil's facilities are as impressive as their offerings. They include:

• Well-equipped testing facilities

• Processing insurance needs at the insurance counter

• Qualified and competent technicians

• First tests at the centers cost 170 AED, while repeat exams cost 70 AED. Additionally, customers may take advantage of their VIP service, which includes having their vehicle picked up, registered, and delivered right to their door.

AG Cars: Another automobile testing facility in Dubai with RTA certification is AG Cars. Along with exams, the agency offers other relevant services and has an internal RTA facility for the issue of car registration renewal and registration paperwork. The company has 2 branches in Deira and in Mamzar.

Other Automobiles Test Centers In Dubai

• Mumayaz-AL Mizhar

• Mumayaz-AL Barsha Mall.

• AL Shirawi Vehicle Testing-AL Quoz

What Kinds Of Vehicle Tests Are Necessary In Dubai?

All vehicles are required to adhere to RTA Safety Regulations.  Here are the several tests that can be necessary for compliance:

Failure test: Following a roadside check, this test is conducted to identify any flaws. 

New Vehicle Registration Test: This test was conducted before the registration of a vehicle that was brought outside of the UAE. Additionally, this examination is necessary when re-registering a vehicle or changing ownership.

Periodic vehicle Inspection: This inspection is necessary to determine the roadworthiness and exhaust emissions of the vehicle and is needed for the RTA vehicle renewal.

Re-test: If a vehicle fails any of the following tests, more testing is necessary.

Documents Needed For Vehicle Testing

• Emirates ID

• Existing vehicle registration card

• Owner’s passport and visa copy

• Insurance Proof

What Is The Last Day To Finish A Vehicle Test For Renewal?

Six months before the expiration date, you can get your vehicle tested. If this is not done, you will only have one month to get your vehicle inspected once the registration expires. Fine will be charged if you are not renewing.

How Much Fee Associated With The Test?

Periodic vehicle test:  AED 120 for light vehicles and AED 150 for heavy vehicles.

New vehicle registration test: AED 120 for light vehicles and AED 150 for heavy vehicles.

First Re-test: No fee.

Second Re-test: AED 35 for light vehicles and AED 37.5 for heavy vehicles.

Export test: AED 25 for light and heavy vehicles.   

Is It Possible To Test A Dubai Vehicle In Abu Dhabi?

No, the emirate where you registered your car is the place where it must pass inspection.

Procedure For Testing The Vehicle

Before bringing the vehicle for testing, you should pay up all outstanding UAE traffic fines. The vehicle should be spotless and devoid of any stickers or adverts. The spare wheel, safety triangle, and fire extinguisher should all be easily visible.

• When visiting a testing center in Dubai, you must provide all of your documentation at the counter to get your vehicle tested. Verify that the automobile is empty of any valuables.

• You will have to wait while your vehicle goes through the proper inspections. Owners may often view the inspection procedure on displays at Dubai's automobile testing facilities.

• Owners will be informed whether their vehicles meet RTA requirements when the test is finished. In a failed test, the owners will be expected to have their vehicles fixed according to the inspection officers' instructions and bring them in for retests within 30 days.

• The test is valid for 30 days after it has been finished. You must finish all transactions during this term of validity.

Register Your Vehicle And Avoid Penalties

In Dubai, vehicle registration is mandatory. For consumers to register their vehicles on time and avoid penalties, the RTA provides SMS services and reminds them when their registration is about to expire. 

RTA vehicle renewal is permitted without penalty for 30 days after the expiration date. After 30 days, a late fee and an extra monthly cost will be charged from the starting date when the vehicle registration expires. 

Facilities for vehicle inspection and registration are available around-the-clock. Get your automobile tested if the time to renew your registration is approaching. Register your car to avoid fines and drive carefully.