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Does a dealer have to provide an NCT?
Does a dealer have to provide a current nct cert?
Our answer:
Hi Roma,
It’s not a legal requirement of sale, no, but it is incumbent on anyone intending to drive the car to ensure that it has a current NCT. Most reputable dealers will ensure that an NCT is carried out before they sell you the car.
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