Roadworthy Inspection and Certificate Specialist in Hallam and South East Melbourne

A roadworthy certificate is only approved after the vehicle has specified tests that indicate it is fit to be on public roads. It is a legal document proving the safety of your automotive. A car safety check required to attain a roadworthy certificate can only be conducted by authorised professionals. At A1 Gas & Mechanical Services, we provide roadworthy inspection services and all car services in Hallam and South East Melbourne

Roadworthy Vehicular Inspection

Getting a roadworthy certificate (RWC) for your vehicle is important to prove that all the key components of your car are functional. However, to get an RWC, the car’s overall condition is tested. Here are some vehicular aspects that are assessed:

  • Wheels and tyres

  • Braking systems,Steering and suspensions

  • Seats and seatbelts

  • Windscreen and windows, including front wipers

  • Lights and reflectors

  • Vehicle structure

  • Body (for rust or damage)

  • Other safety-related items on the body, chassis, or engine

When do You Require RWC?

According to governmental regulations, a car roadworthy certificate is required when:

  • Buying a new car

  • Selling your registered car to a new owner

  • Renewing your car’s registration

  • Vehicles that have been registered in another state or territory

  • Making major car modifications

  • If your car runs on LPG (Here, RWC for the car is required annually)

  • If there are any vehicular defects

If your car fails the RWC inspection, it is necessary to make the required repairs after which you can have your vehicle assessed again. A roadworthy certificate is valid for one month or 1000 kilometres.

Safety Checks and Vehicle Inspections in South East Melbourne

Vehicle inspections and safety checks ensure safe road conditions for everyone. Though road laws differ from state to state, most safety rules are common. A lightweight vehicle must have a safety check every year after the first five years. Similarly, heavy vehicles need a safety check annually. It is important to get safety checks periodically for your vehicles to avoid fines.

In South East Melbourne, if your car fails the roadworthy check, you have seven days to repair or replace the faulty parts listed in the report. If it takes more than seven days to fix the vehicle, you may need a full inspection again. Roadworthy certificate cost varies with the age, type, and condition of a car. According to the make and model of your vehicle, the price range for the roadworthy certificate could be anywhere from $150 to $250. If your vehicle runs on LPG, an extra $50 could be levied. For a hassle-free process, you can ask for a quote or a pre-inspection from a licensed tester like A1 Gas & Mechanical Services.

Vehicle Safety Inspections at Affordable Rates

It is required by law in Victoria that all vehicles go through a roadworthy test. So, if you are preparing to buy, sell or re-register a car, you’ve come to the right place. As a reliable RWC provider in South East Melbourne, Gas & Mechanical Services offers reliable roadworthy checks at an affordable rate. You can get a roadworthy certificate for your car in a hassle-free manner. Here are some reasons to choose our services:

  • Experienced professionals: We have been in this business for over 30 years and have successfully served thousands of loyal customers.

  • State-of-the-art facility: Our advanced infrastructure and updated tools give us an edge in all repair services for your vehicle before getting an RWC certificate.

  • Transparent service: Our dedicated team believes in transparency and value honesty.

  • Quality assistance: We understand that vehicle safety checks are essential due to legal regulations as well as ensuring that your car is in optimal condition on the road. That is why our team will ensure that all vehicular aspects of your car are in good working order.

A1 Gas & Mechanical Services is here to provide quality mechanical repair and other services. To know more about RWC, feel free to call our friendly staff on 0437 522 193 or email us at service@a1mechanicalhallam.com.au.

FAQs

A safety certificate is issued to a vehicle when it passes roadworthy checks according to the guidelines in Melbourne.

If the vehicle fails the test, the car owner has seven days to repair or replace the parts highlighted in the report and test it again. If the vehicle once again fails the safety checks, 30 days are given for the car owner to either contact an independent RWC tester and get a certificate or repair their vehicle. If your car is not up to the safety standards after failing to clear the safety checks, it will not be allowed on the roads.

A certificate is valid for 30 days or 1000 km.

The inspection can take from 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the vehicular condition.

Yes, a safety certificate is the same as an RWC. The terms are used interchangeably by drivers.