Vehicle Testing Centres in Abu Dhabi

Getting your car tested in Abu Dhabi isn’t just a formality — it’s a key step to keeping your vehicle roadworthy, legal, and safe. Whether you're a new driver or a long-time car owner, understanding the vehicle testing process can save you time, money, and unnecessary stress. From knowing the right vehicle testing centers to visiting, to clever hacks for passing the inspection, here’s everything you need to stay ahead of the curve.read more

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Why is a Car Inspection in Abu Dhabi Important?

If you have to renew your car registration or get a used car registered, you need to get your vehicle inspected. A comprehensive inspection helps in ensuring that your vehicle is ready to be driven on the road. That being said, here’s why you need to get your vehicle inspected in Abu Dhabi.

Regularly getting your car inspected helps in determining if your car is in a considerable working condition. This reduces the chances of accidents that occur due to mechanical failures.
Periodic vehicle inspections in particular help ensure that your car adheres to the safety requirements of the road and meets the emission standards. Getting these tests done is a legal requirement to avoid fines and penalties.
The vehicle inspections help recognise the emitting excessive pollutants in the vehicle that contribute to pollution, helping mitigate the negative impacts on the environment.
You can prolong your vehicle’s life through regular inspections and maintenance as you can identify and repair the wear and tear.
Vehicles with recorded history of regular inspections and maintenance have higher resale value.

The periodic test is AED 150 for LV and HV, whereas the new registration test is AED 120 for LV and for HV it is AED 150. The retest fee is AED 35 for LV and AED 50 for HVs.

The vehicle inspection is valid only for 30 days.

You can visit the ADNOC vehicle testing center to get a vehicle test certificate in Abu Dhabi.

The vehicle testing certificates are valid only for a year in Abu Dhabi. Your car needs to be inspected every year.

The process is pretty straightforward – make an appointment, prepare your vehicle, take it to the inspection centre, pay the inspection fee, receive results, and if your car fails the test, get the car re-inspected.

Yes. Every vehicle older than three years or more must have a vehicle inspection once a year.

How Does the Vehicle Testing Process Work in Abu Dhabi?

Here is a step-by-step process on how to get your car inspected in Abu Dhabi.

Visit the vehicle passing center in Abu Dhabi
Wait in the testing lane for your car's turn
The testing will be completed in 10 minutes
The centre will generate a report

Note — The passing test is mandatory for car models once they are 3 years or more older.

List of Abu Dhabi Vehicle Testing Centers

While there are over 500 vehicle testing centres in UAE, over 200 of the vehicle testing centers are in Abu Dhabi. Some of the major vehicle testing centers in Abu Dhabi are mentioned below.

ADNOC
Al Masaood Vehicle Inspection Centre
Auto Central Vehicle Inspection Centre

ADNOC Vehicle Testing Centre in Abu Dhabi

ADNOC Vehicle Inspection Centers in Abu Dhabi are run by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) in the UAE. These centres check if vehicles are safe to drive and meet emissions standards. They use modern equipment and have skilled staff to make sure all vehicles meet the required safety and environmental rules before being allowed on the road. The services offered include –

Body replacement
Change vehicle kind
Colour change
Result reprint

UAE standards test
Change information permit
Chassis change
Re-embossed chassis number
Vehicle test and retest

The following are the major ADNOC vehicle testing centers in Abu Dhabi –

Locations	Address	ADNOC Abu Dhabi Timings	Contact Number
Mahawi	Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 07:00 am to 11:00 pm \| Saturday - Closed \| Sunday - 08:00 am to 04:00 pm	+971 800 300
Muroor Road	Muroor Road, Al Sa`Adah, Zone 1, Abu Dhabi	Open 24/7	N/A
Musafah	Musafah Industrial, M44, Near Musaffah Building, Ahalia Hospital Road, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 07:00 am to 11:00 pm \| Saturday - Closed \| Sunday - 10:00 am to 06:00 pm	+971 800 300
Motor World	Motor World, Al Shamkhah, SH36, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 07:00 am to 11:00 pm \| Saturday - Closed \| Sunday - 10:00 am to 06:00 pm	+971 800 300
Al Mushrif	Arabian Gulf Street, Al Mushrif, W52 01, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 07:00 am to 11:00 pm \| Saturday and Sunday - Closed	+971 800 300
Sea Palace	Al Nahyan, E19 02, Abu Dhabi	Saturday to Thursday - 08:00 am to 11:00 pm \| Friday - Closed	+971 800 300
Deerfields	Al Shahama, Abu Dhabi Road, Al Bahyah, Al Bahyah Old, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 07:00 am to 11:00 pm \| Saturday and Sunday - Closed	+971 800 300
Khalifa City	Khalifa City, SE26 01, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 07:00 am to 11:00 pm \| Saturday - Closed \| Sunday - 10:00 am to 10:00 pm	+971 800 300
Baniyas South-West	Bani Yas, WB3 A, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 07:00 am to 03:00 pm \| Saturday and Sunday - Closed	+971 800 300
Samha South-West	E11, Al Samhah, Samhah T, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 07:00 am to 11:00 pm \| Saturday - Closed \| Sunday - 10:00 am to 06:00 pm	+971 800 300
Yas Mall	FJP4 + RV7 Yas Mall, Yas Island, YS1, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 10:00 am to 10:00 pm \| Saturday and Sunday - Closed	+971 800 300
Bani Yas	8J69 + 2R, Bani Yas, Baniyas East, Abu Dhabi	Sunday to Thursday - 10:00 am to 10:00 pm \| Friday and Saturday - 10:00 am to 12 pm	+971 800 300
Al Mushrif	Auto Serve Bridgestone Building, Inside Rabdan Station, Near Al Nahda National School for Girls, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street, Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Sunday - 08:00 am to 06:00 pm	+971 2 448 4294
Rahayel	7F5G + CHP, Abu Dhabi Industrial City, ICAD V, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Friday - 10:00 am to 06:00 pm \| Saturday and Sunday - Closed	+971 800 300
Al Ain	Falaj Hazza, Magr Al Dhabi, Abu Dhabi	Open 24/7	+971 800 300
Rabadan	Al Mushrif, W52, Abu Dhabi	N/A	+971 800 300

Al Masaood Vehicle Inspection Centre in Abu Dhabi

Another major vehicle testing center is Al Masaood Vehicle Inspection Centre. It is approved by Abu Dhabi police and ADNOC to offer car testing services. The following are the key details about this inspection centre —

Address – 31st Street, Al Sa`Adah, Zone 1, Abu Dhabi
Al Masaood Abu Dhabi Timing – Saturday to Thursday - 08:00 am to 10:00 pm | Friday - Closed
Contact Number – +971 800 300

Auto Central Vehicle Inspection Centre in Abu Dhabi

You can visit Auto Central Vehicle Inspection Centre as well, if you want your vehicle tested. The branches for this vehicle testing center in Abu Dhabi are —

Locations	Address	Timings	Contact Number
Mussafah Service Centre	Musaffah, M14, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Saturday - 08:00 am to 05:45 pm \| Sunday - Closed	+971 800 22247
Airport Road Branch	Airport Road Branch, Al Tanawu Street, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Saturday - 08:00 am to 05:45 pm \| Sunday - Closed	+971 800 22247
Al Ain Service Centre	Al Sanaya, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi	Monday to Saturday - 08:00 am to 05:45 pm \| Sunday - Closed	+971 800 22247

Cost of Car Testing in Abu Dhabi

The following are the fees for getting your car inspected in Abu Dhabi –

Description	Fees
53-point vehicle inspection and premium services	AED 350
Trailer test	AED 150
Computerised chassis measurement	AED 475
Motorbike inspection and chassis number embossment	AED 50
Certificate reprint	AED 40

Documents Required for Vehicle Inspection in Abu Dhabi

You need to carry the following document when getting your car inspected at a vehicle passing center in Abu Dhabi —

Emirates ID
Valid UAE driving licence
Vehicle insurance certificate
Old Mulkiya
Vehicle test certificate

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Hacks to Pass Vehicle Testing in Abu Dhabi

You must make sure your car satisfies the requirements specified by the government in order to pass an Abu Dhabi vehicle inspection. The following practical tips can help you pass the Abu Dhabi auto inspection —

Collect all of the paperwork, such as the vehicle registration, Emirates ID, and test results from the past.
To guarantee reliable results, clean your car before the tests.
Verify that all of the lights and signals, including the turn signals, brake lights, hazard lights, headlights, and taillights, are operating correctly.
Examine the tires' condition, paying particular attention to the tread depth and tire pressure. Verify that there aren't any obvious indications of wear or damage.
To make sure your brakes are operating correctly, test them. Look for any indications that brake fluid is leaking. Additionally, check the suspension system for problems like worn-out struts or shock absorbers.
Verify the levels of all the necessary vehicle fluids, such as coolant, brake fluid, gearbox fluid, engine oil and windscreen washer fluid. Fill up any empty fluids.
Verify that all of the mirrors are firmly fixed and adjusted, and check the windscreen for any chips or cracks.
Examine the vehicle's exhaust system for any damage or leaks. Verify that the exhaust is not producing any excessive emissions.

Note – A vehicle inspection is mandatory to renew your vehicle registration in Abu Dhabi. Having renewed your vehicle registration, you can renew your car insurance in Abu Dhabi. With this page, learn more about the Abu Dhabi vehicle inspection centres and use Policybazaar.ae to renew your car insurance in Abu Dhabi!

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