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In 2025, Irish police seized nearly 20,000 uninsured vehicles using a real-time database, up sharply from prior years.
In 2025, Irish police seized 19,673 vehicles for being driven without insurance, a sharp increase from previous years, according to the Irish Motor Insurance Database (IMID) annual report.
The IMID system, which allows real-time checks via automatic number plate recognition or mobile devices, has enabled faster enforcement and eliminated common evasion tactics.
Since its launch, over 38,500 uninsured vehicles have been seized, and more than 51,000 charges or summonses issued, with over 25,000 in 2025 alone.
The database now holds over 4.5 million valid driver records and 3.6 million vehicle registrations.
Authorities stress the system’s role in improving road safety and reducing insurance costs, while warning that non-compliance can lead to fines, vehicle seizure, or imprisonment.
En 2025, la policía irlandesa incautó casi 20,000 vehículos no asegurados utilizando una base de datos en tiempo real, un aumento drástico con respecto a los años anteriores.