Roadworthy inspections and car repairs.
Selling or re-registering a car in Victoria? Find out if you need a roadworthy, then call or book in one tap.
02(The Inspection)
What a roadworthy checks.
The seven areas on the official Victorian list, in plain words.
- 01
Brakes
When you press the pedal, the car has to slow down and stop safely.
- 02
Wheels and tyres
The only parts that touch the road. We check they are safe to drive on.
- 03
Steering and suspension
The car should steer properly and stay steady over bumps.
- 04
Lights and reflectors
So you can see, and other drivers can see you.
- 05
Windscreen and wipers
A clear view out. Windscreen, windows, front wipers and washers.
- 06
Seats and seatbelts
Seats are secure and seatbelts do their job.
- 07
Body and structure
The car's frame and other safety-related parts. Safe to drive today.
Last checked 9 November 2026
03(Do I need a roadworthy?)
Do I need a roadworthy?
Three quick taps. If you are not sure, call us.
RWC means Roadworthy Certificate. It shows your car is safe enough to drive on public roads.
What are you doing?
Is it one of these?
Yes, you need one
In Victoria you need a roadworthy certificate to sell a car, and you give it to the buyer. It stays current for 30 days from the day it is issued.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)The seller provides it
When a car is sold in Victoria, the seller gives the buyer the roadworthy certificate. It can be used for the transfer within 30 days of being issued.
Source: VicRoads: Selling a vehicle (opens in a new tab)Yes, you need one
You need a roadworthy certificate to re-register a car in Victoria. It stays current for 30 days from the day it is issued.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)Sometimes
Some defect notices need a roadworthy certificate to clear them. Your notice tells you what you need to do.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)It depends
You usually only need one when you sell a car, re-register it or clear some defect notices. A roadworthy is not a full check of the car's condition.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)No, you don't need one
Brand-new vehicles that have never been registered anywhere don't need a roadworthy certificate. A new car that will be used as a taxi still does.
Source: VicRoads: Vehicles exempt from roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)No, you don't need one
Light trailers, 4.5 tonnes or less when fully loaded, don't need a roadworthy certificate.
Source: VicRoads: Vehicles exempt from roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)No, you don't need one
Recreational motorcycles, motorcycles on the Farm Bike Scheme, quad bikes and ATVs don't need a roadworthy certificate.
Source: VicRoads: Vehicles exempt from roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)No, you don't need one
Vehicles not made to carry people or goods, like tractors and forklifts, don't need one. If it is fitted on a truck cab and chassis, it does.
Source: VicRoads: Vehicles exempt from roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)- 7safety areas checked
- 30days a certificate stays current
- 14days to fix and re-check after a fail
The rules in short
You need one when
- Selling a car
- Re-registering a car
- Clearing some defect notices
You don't need one for
- Brand new vehicles never registered anywhere (a new taxi still needs one)
- Light trailers (4.5 tonnes or less when loaded) and brand-new heavy trailers
- Recreational motorcycles, farm-bike-scheme motorcycles, quad bikes and ATVs
- Vehicles not made to carry people or goods, such as tractors and forklifts (unless fitted on a truck cab and chassis)
04(How it works)
How it works.
Book, drop off, inspection, pass. If something fails you get a report, then 14 days to fix it and get it checked again.
Book
Call us, or fill in the short form below. We confirm a time with you.
Drop off
Bring your car to the workshop at the agreed time.
Inspection
We check the seven safety areas on the official list, from brakes and tyres to lights and seatbelts.
Pass, or fix and re-check
Pass: you get your roadworthy certificate. Not yet: you get a report of what to fix, then 14 days to fix it and get it checked again.
05(Services)
What we do.
Tap a service to see what it means in plain words.
01Roadworthy inspections (RWC)Inspection
A check that your car is safe enough to drive on the road. RWC means Roadworthy Certificate.
Selling a car, re-registering it, or clearing some defect notices? Victoria usually asks for a roadworthy. The inspection covers wheels and tyres, steering, suspension and brakes, seats and seatbelts, lights and reflectors, the windscreen, windows and wipers, and the vehicle structure.
- What it checks
- Wheels and tyres. Steering, suspension and brakes. Seats and seatbelts. Lights and reflectors. Windscreen and windows, including the front wipers and washers. The vehicle structure, and other safety parts of the body, chassis or engine.
- How long it lasts
- 30 days from the day it is issued.
- If it does not pass
- You get a report of what to fix, then 14 days to fix it and get it checked again.
- Good to know
- It shows the car is safe to drive today. It is not a check of how reliable the car is.
02Car repairsRepairs
Fixing the things that need fixing.
Tell us what you have noticed with your car and we will take a look.
07(Find us)
Come and see us.
Directions, opening hours and how to reach us.
37.8724° S · 144.7178° E
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Opening hours
Address
Unit 2/13 Motto Ct, Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029Get directions
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9am – 5pm
- Tuesday
- 9am – 5pm
- Wednesday
- 9am – 5pm
- Thursday
- 9am – 5pm
- Friday
- 9am – 5pm
- Saturday
- Call to confirm
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours may vary on public holidays, call to confirm.
08(Book)
Book your roadworthy.
Tell us about your car, then call or message us in one tap.
- 1Fill in this short card.
- 2Send it to us, or call and read it out.
- 3We confirm a time with you.
To book, please call us. (03) 8763 1361
(Questions)
Common questions.
Short answers, using the official Victorian rules.
Q01When do I need a roadworthy certificate?
In Victoria you usually need one when you sell a car, when you re-register it, or to clear some defect notices.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)Q02How long does a roadworthy certificate last?
It stays current for 30 days from the day it is issued to you. You can use it more than once to register or transfer the car within those 30 days.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)Q03What if my car fails?
You get a report that lists the problems. You then have 14 days to fix them and get the car checked again. After 14 days you need a new test.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)Q04What does the inspection check?
Wheels and tyres. Steering, suspension and brakes. Seats and seatbelts. Lights and reflectors. The windscreen and windows, including the front wipers and washers. The vehicle structure. Other safety-related parts of the body, chassis or engine.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)Q05What does a roadworthy NOT tell me?
It shows the car is safe enough to drive today. It does not tell you if the car is mechanically reliable or in good overall condition, and it does not check things like air-con, electric windows or rear-window wipers.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)Q06Which vehicles do not need a roadworthy?
Brand new vehicles that have never been registered, light trailers (4.5 tonnes or less when loaded), brand-new heavy trailers, recreational motorcycles, farm-bike-scheme motorcycles, quad bikes, and vehicles not made to carry people or goods, such as tractors and forklifts. A new vehicle used as a taxi does need one.
Source: VicRoads: Roadworthy certificate exemptions (opens in a new tab)Q07How much does a roadworthy cost?
It depends on the age, type and condition of the car. Ask for a quote before you start.
Source: Transport Victoria: Roadworthy certificate (opens in a new tab)