Roadworthy Inspections

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Whether you’re purchasing a new vehicle, re registering an unregistered vehicle or selling a vehicle, you’ll need a Roadworthy Certificate.

At Powell Motor Group Service Centre, we understand your time is valuable. We aim to provide quick, efficient and thorough inspections to ensure that the process of buying or selling a vehicle happens quickly. 

• Who issues certificates?

  A Certificate of Roadworthiness can only be issued when a licensed vehicle tester, operating from a nominated garage or service station, believes the vehicle is roadworthy. A certificate can only be issued when a vehicle passes the inspection.

  A roadworthy must be issued by a licensed vehicle tester in Tasmania to be accepted by Transport Tasmania.

• 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 Transport Tasmania (eg, when you visit us to transfer or re-register a vehicle). A roadworthy certificate can be used more than once for registration or transfer purposes, provided the transaction is within the 30 days of the date of issue.

  Note: This is not a guarantee that a vehicle with a roadworthy certificate will necessarily continue to remain in a roadworthy condition for 30 days from the date the certificate was issued.

• What does the Certificate of Roadworthiness inspection cover?

  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
• What isn't checked

  The roadworthiness test isn’t a check of the mechanical reliability or general condition of a vehicle. A Certificate of Roadworthiness 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 working
  • The items checked during the roadworthy inspection will continue to function after the inspection - a brake light can stop functioning at any time after the inspection
  • The vehicle complies with the Australian Design Rules (ADRs)

  If your vehicle passes the inspection, a roadworthy certificate is usually issued electronically. If your vehicle fails, you have a maximum time limit to complete repairs/rectifications and return the vehicle for a follow-up roadworthy inspection. Our experienced and qualified Technicians can carry out any required repairs & rectifications and then issue your Roadworthy Certificate.

Don't compromise your safety or the safety of others on the road. Contact Powell Motor Group Service Centre today to schedule your roadworthy inspection. Our friendly and knowledgeable team is here to answer any questions you may have and assist you in maintaining a safe and roadworthy vehicle.