QLD Roadworthy Certificates

Whether you call it a roadworthy or safety certificate, they are essentially the same thing. There has been a little bit of confusion lately around the rules regarding these. Let's see if we can clear things up for you.

In Queensland you need a roadworthy certificate for your vehicle if you are:

• transferring registration to a new owner (maximum 1 transfer only per certificate)

  OR

• when transferring to Queensland registration from another state or territory

  OR

• when re-registering an unregistered vehicle.

It is true that a passing roadworthy certificate from a private seller is valid for 2 months or 2000kms (whichever expires first) from the date of issue.

So what happens if your vehicle does NOT pass the roadworthy inspection?

If the vehicle has been found unsafe and therefore fails the inspection, you have 14 days from the date of issue to rectify the issue, as indicated on the roadworthy certificate. Rob will supply a list of suggested repairs and can complete those for you prior to your 14 day expiry. For a small travel fee, Rob will return for the second and final inspection and issue your passing roadworthy certificate. If you are unable to complete the repairs and your final inspection before your 14 day expiry, you will need to begin the process again.

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Source: Safety certificates | Transport and motoring | Queensland Government Last updated:

25 July 2024