Roadworthy Certificate
& Pre-purchase Inspection

Getting a certificate of roadworthiness

A roadworthy certificate proves that your vehicle has passed a roadworthy test completed by an authorised roadworthy inspector. A roadworthy is required whenever a vehicle is sold, or if a used vehicle is to be re-registered. In some cases, a certificate of roadworthiness is also required to clear a Vehicle Defect Notice.

What is inspected?

The roadworthy inspection is a check of the vehicle to make sure that key components are in a good enough condition for safe road use. It includes:

wheels and tyres
steering, suspensions and braking systems
seats and seatbelts
lights and reflectors
windscreen, and windows including front wipers and washers
vehicle structure
other safety related items on the body, chassis or engine.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CERTIFICATE DOES NOT MEAN:

That the vehicle is in top condition without any wear or deterioration
Non-safety related accessories (such as the air conditioner, rear window demister, electric windows and rear-window wipers) are functioning properly.
That items checked during the roadworthy inspection will continue to function after the inspection, e.g. a brake light can stop functioning at any time after the inspection

How long does a certificate remain current?

A roadworthy is considered ‘current’ and valid for a period of 30 days from the date of issue before you present it at VicRoads.

Costs

Please contact us for more information.

Buying a used car?

We can perform a comprehensive 165-multi-point Mechanical & Safety Pre-Purchase Inspection to check on the overall condition and reliability of a vehicle. Please contact us for more information.

Schedule a Roadworthy or Pre-Purchase Inspection today!

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