If you run a van or truck for work in Ireland, booking a yearly commercial vehicle CVRT is simply part of the routine. You check the calendar, figure out when the vehicle isn’t tied up on a job and try to get a slot that doesn’t pull you off the road for half a day.

The good news is that booking is easy with Argent, whether you’re arranging a test for a single van or managing several vehicles at once. The system is simple, and once your slot is confirmed, everything on the day is handled at the test centre.

Ambulances spend long hours on the road and need to be ready whenever they're called upon. Keeping them roadworthy is not only about maintaining the vehicle, it's also about meeting your legal obligations under Ireland's Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Testing (CVRT) system.

Whether you operate one ambulance or manage a larger fleet, staying on top of your CVRT schedule helps keep vehicles compliant and reduces the risk of unnecessary downtime.

For van drivers and fleet operators, roadworthiness is not only about passing the annual truck or Van CVRT. Vehicle defects can also be picked up during roadside checks, and the consequences can include fines, penalty points, court appearances and time off the road.

Recent warnings put out by the RSA have put tyre faults and commercial vehicle compliance very much back in focus. For businesses that rely on vans every day, a small defect can quickly become an issue if it is not dealt with early.

Tachographs and drivers’ hours rules don't always get the same attention as roadworthiness and commercial vehicle testing, but they're just as much a part of operating a commercial vehicle legally. If your vehicles are out on the road commercially, this legislation applies to you, and it's not something worth leaving to chance.

Failing a CVRT test isn’t particularly unusual. In fact, we see it happen quite a lot. So, that means you need to be prepared for an eventuality that will see you provided with a CVRT testing fail report. The problem is that a lot of people don’t fully understand what the report is telling them.

If you’re operating a commercial vehicle in Ireland, or indeed a fleet of vans or trucks, a Certificate of Roadworthiness (CRW) is something you can’t afford to ignore. It’s official proof that your van has passed its CVRT test - a legal requirement for driving it on Ireland’s public roads.

Vintage commercial vehicles are a proper part of Irish road culture. Restored trucks, classic vans, old workhorses kept in good nick by enthusiasts and collectors - once a vehicle hits 30 years from its original registration date, it’s vintage and with that comes a slightly different set of rules around the CVRT testing involved.

Vehicles get changed for all sorts of reasons. A van might get fitted out for specialist work, or have its seating reconfigured. This kind of work means that  equipment goes in that wasn't there when the vehicle left the factory. The moment that happens, you need a Vehicle Modification Engineers Report.

Driving an HGV isn't like driving a car, as trucks get put through gruelling work every day. They take long trips with heavy loads, along rough roads. It means that brakes, tyres, suspensions and all those other important parts wear out. It’s why HGV 12 Week Maintenance Inspections exist.

When most drivers bring a vehicle in for a Commercial Vehicle CVRT, they often only concern themselves with handing the van or truck on time and with the right documentation, and whether they pass or fail. However, when you know what goes on, it gets a touch easier to prepare your vehicle for success.

When a commercial vehicle goes in for its HCV CVRT, the outcome isn’t always as simple as “pass” or “fail.” Inspectors look for faults, and if they find any, they put them into categories that explain how serious the issues are. Needless to say, understanding what's covered in them is important.

Ireland’s roads are full of commercial vehicles, whether it’s vans making deliveries or buses carrying passengers. Every one of them has to be kept safe and legal, which is where the Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test (CVRT) comes in.

Getting your heavy goods vehicle ready for the RSA driving test isn’t just about your own driving skills, as the vehicle itself needs to meet specific standards before the test can even go ahead, which means either passing a bus test or HCV CVRT.

Anyone on the road in Ireland can spot when something’s not right, as it’s often so obvious that even members of the public can tell something is wrong. It might be a bus running with dodgy brakes, a truck with no CVRT disc, or drivers clearly ignoring their tachograph hours.

If your work involves lifting equipment, whether it’s a tail lift on a van, a crane on a flatbed, or a hoist in a warehouse, you need to know about LOLER. Short for the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations, a LOLER test is a legal requirement for ensuring lifting gear is safe and fit for use.

If you run a business with commercial vehicles here in Ireland, you’re likely familiar with the Commercial Vehicle CVRT. Whether it’s van testing, jeep CVRT, or trailer inspections, keeping your fleet roadworthy is just part of the job.

When it comes to LCV and HCV CVRT testing, a lot of people have the same questions, but most websites give you the long-winded, official version that does more to confuse you, rather than provide some much-needed clarity. 

At Argent, we talk to drivers and fleet owners every day, and we like to educate our customers on everything we do. So, here’s a straight-up FAQ article based on what people actually ask.

If you run any commercial vans or trucks in Ireland, you’ve probably heard the term preventative maintenance more than once. And while it might sound like another commercial vehicle testing box to tick, it’s actually one of the simplest ways to avoid breakdowns, cut costs, and stay on the right side of CVRT rules.

If your vehicle’s been in an accident or you’re dealing with an insurance claim in Ireland, chances are you’ll need an Insurance Engineers Report. It might sound daunting, but with the right information and support, it’s a fairly straightforward process, and that’s where we come in at Argent Equipment.

If you run or manage commercial vehicles, you’ve probably dealt with the annual CVR test. But there’s another document worth paying close attention to - the CVRT Risk Rating Report. It doesn’t just tell you whether your vehicles passed or failed; it gives an overview of how well you’re staying on top of maintenance and safety.