Roadworthy certificates in Moolap, Geelong

When you need one

In Victoria a certificate of roadworthiness (RWC) is generally required when:

• You sell a registered vehicle
• You re-register a used vehicle
• You move a vehicle's registration from interstate
• You need to clear certain defect notices

What gets checked

The inspection covers the parts of the car that keep it safe on the road:

• Wheels and tyres
• Brakes
• Steering and suspension
• Seats and seatbelts
• Lights and reflectors
• Windscreen, windows, wipers and washers
• Body and chassis structure
• Engine and driveline leaks and other safety items

If it doesn't pass first time

You get a written list of exactly what failed. You then have 14 days to have those items fixed and bring the car back, and only the failed items are re-inspected. We can quote on the repairs, and you're free to have them done wherever you like.

Six checks to do before you come in

These are the most common reasons a car fails, and you can check them in the driveway:

• Every light works, including number plate and brake lights
• Tyres have legal tread and no cuts or bulges
• Wipers clear the screen and the washers spray
• No cracks in the windscreen in front of the driver
• Seatbelts latch, retract and aren't frayed
• No airbag or ABS warning lights on

Common questions