A Northern Ireland guide to goods vehicle operator licensing, the main licence types, weight thresholds and the business details to confirm before operating.

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Northern Ireland Graduated Driver Licensing (2026)

A practical guide to Northern Ireland GDL from 1 October 2026, including the six-month car learning period, training logbook and transition deadline.

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Commercial vehicles6 October 20262 min read

Northern Ireland Heavy Trailer Test and ID Guide

A Northern Ireland guide to annual roadworthiness tests for heavy trailers, trailer identification numbers and what to verify before a DVA appointment.

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Commercial vehicles6 October 20262 min read

Northern Ireland HGV Annual Test Checklist

Plan a Northern Ireland HGV annual test with the correct first-test date, DVA booking and a focused check of tyres, brakes, lights and records.

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Commercial vehicles6 October 20262 min read

NI Light Goods Vehicle MOT: Dates and Test Rules

Northern Ireland DVA test intervals for light goods vehicles, including the first test after registration and annual renewals for vans up to 3,500kg.

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Northern Ireland motoring6 October 20262 min read

Northern Ireland MOT History Check

Use the official MOT history check for a Northern Ireland car, understand the December 2017 data limit and spot mileage patterns worth investigating.

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