Brake and noise testing

We perform brake testing and noise testing on private cars and light lorries and some heavier vehicle which are directly imported for personal use from countries outside of the EU or are remodeled.

The test yields a report which indicates whether the vehicle meets legal requirements. For the registration inspection or the registration of the individual vehicle approval this report, which shows that the vehicle has undergone and passed brake testing and noise testing, may be required.

VTI performs accredited testing impartially and with confidentially according to EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and legal and authority requirements.

Information on VTI's accreditation testing

Brake testing

VTI performs brake testing on private cars, busses and lorries in accordance with EU Directive 71/320/EEC (Annex 2) and regulations ECE13 (Annex 4) and ECE13H (Annex 3).

The testing includes:

  • braking at full speed with service weight and total weight
  • braking with decreased effect of the braking systems
  • repeated braking (brake fade)
  • checking the secondary brake and parking brake (handbrake).

In order for the testing to be carried out correctly, safely and effectively, it is required that:

  • the vehicle is delivered to the test location specified by VTI
  • the vehicle's brakes have been serviced and are in good condition
  • the vehicle is equipped with summer tires approved for the vehicle
  • the vehicle has a full tank of fuel
  • there are no loose objects in the vehicle.

A test report is sent to the client after the test is performed.

Noise testing

VTI performs noise testing on private cars, busses and lorries in accordance with EU Directive 70/157/EEG (Annex 1). The testing involves measuring the noise level of the vehicle, both in motion and when stationary.

So that the testing may be carried out correctly, safely and effectively, it is necessary that:

  • the vehicle is delivered to the test location specified by VTI
  • the exhaust system and engine have been serviced and are in good condition
  • the vehicle is equipped with summer tires approved for the vehicle
  • the vehicle has a full tank of fuel
  • there are no loose objects in the vehicle.
    A test report is sent to the client after the test is performed.

Booking

Contact VTI for booking and further information.

When booking, you should have the following information to hand:

  • the client's name, address, telephone number and e-mail address
  • the make, model and production year of the vehicle
  • chassis number
  • service weight and total weight (complete vehicle details facilitate the booking process)
  • engine performance
  • registration number, where applicable.

The vehicle must have been received by VTI at the specified test location no later than the time booked for the test. If the vehicle to be tested is delivered late, we cannot guarantee that the test can be performed, and no refunds of the fee can be given. The vehicle received for testing must be the same as the one for which the booking was made; VTI must be informed of any changes via telephone no later than five working days prior to the test.

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