Irish EV Battery Health: The Data is In (and it’s Good News!)

There has been a lot of “range anxiety” and “degradation dread” floating around the Irish motor industry lately. As electric vehicles (EVs) become a staple on Irish roads—with over 23,000 new EVs registered in 2025 alone—the big question on every buyer’s mind is: “How long will this battery actually last?”

At BatteryChecked.ie, we decided to look past the myths and focus on the data. The results? Irish cars are holding a remarkably high level of battery health, proving that the move to electric is a sound long-term investment.

The Science: Why Irish Batteries are Thriving

Recent real-world data from over 22,000 vehicles shows that modern EV batteries are degrading at an average rate of just 2.3% per year. In Ireland, we have a “secret weapon” for battery longevity: our climate.

Batteries are like humans—they hate extreme heat. Because Ireland enjoys a mild, temperate climate, our batteries don’t suffer the accelerated wear seen in hotter regions. This means a five-year-old EV in Dublin is likely to have significantly better “State of Health” (SOH) than the same model in a sunnier climate.

Transparency is the New Standard

While the national data is positive, every car is different. Driving habits and charging history (like the frequent use of high-power DC fast chargers) can influence individual battery health.

This is where BatteryChecked.ie steps in. We aren’t just guessing; we are providing the motor industry with the tools to prove it. Using the MOBA Certify Pro software—the European leader in battery diagnostics—we enable dealerships to provide a “Battery Health Certificate” in under two minutes.

What this means for the industry:

• For Dealers: No more “taking a risk” on a trade-in. You get an instant, manufacturer-grade SOH percentage.

• For Customers: Total peace of mind. You don’t have to wonder if the battery is “good”—you have the certificate to prove it.

The Bottom Line

The data is clear: Irish EVs are staying healthy for longer. With the right tools and the right partners, we are making sure that “used” doesn’t mean “uncertain.”

Buying an electric car should be an exciting step toward the future, not a gamble. Thanks to software like MOBA Certify Pro and forward-thinking groups like MSL, the future of the Irish motor industry is transparent, data-driven, and very, very healthy.

Are you a dealer looking to bring transparency to your forecourt?
[Contact us today] to learn how MOBA Certify Pro can transform your EV sales process.