So, What Exactly is ADR Testing & Why Is it Needed?

May 6

At Argent Equipment, we have been providing vehicle testing services to the Irish public for many years at our Dublin-based CVRT test centres and we create blogs like this one to help clarify why what we offer is important for anyone driving professionally in Ireland. Today we look at what an ADR test is and precisely what’s involved.

Standing for the French Accord Dangereux Routier, ADR testing is a specialist process that ensures that vehicles carrying hazardous or dangerous materials in either a fixed tank or a fixed battery of pressure vessels exceeding 1,000 litres are fit for use on the road. This type of vehicle represents a significant increased risk over standard varieties, with the test itself reflecting this.

So, What Does ADR Testing Involve?

In order for any vehicle that’s designed to carry dangerous materials to be driven legally in Ireland, it needs to pass the rigorous standards of the ADR test. Depending on the vehicle in questions, an examiner will typically assess the following areas:

Flammability
Fuel tanks
Tanks
Electrical connections
Towing coupling
Exhaust systems
Combustion heaters
Brakes
Body
Engine
Speed limitation devices
Tachograph
Rear protection devices

It’s important to bear in mind that before booking your ADR test, you must already be in possession of your Certificate of Roadworthiness (CRW) and your HCV. It is a requirement, so if you try without these things, you’ll simply be required to rebook for a time when you have them.

Taking Care of All of Your Vehicle Testing Needs

So, if your due date is approaching and you need an ADR test, HCV test or testing done on a wide range of vehicle types, we can most certainly help. To find out more about us and what we do, simply visit us online at www.argent.ie and we’ll be happy to talk you through your options.

Alternatively, should you need to talk to us for advice or guidance relating to any vehicle testing matters, we’ll be happy to help and you can get in touch by calling us today on 01 572 6500.

Valentin Vizuroiu