Roadworthy Certificate Geelong & Lara

Whether you live in Geelong, Grovedale, Belmont, Highton or down the surfcoast in Torquay, roadworthy certificate regulations are the same.

A roadworthy inspection is a requirement for many vehicle owners in Geelong. Roadworthy certificates (RWCs) in Victoria show that a vehicle is safe enough to be registered and driven on the road.

When do vehicles need a roadworthy certificate?

In Geelong, a roadworthy certificate (RWC) is typically required in the following situations:

• Selling certain registered vehicles: Roadworthy certificates may be required when selling certain registered vehicles (like cars) but there are some exceptions. The certificate can be valid for 30 days, and it enables the new owner to transfer the registration into their name.
• Transferring registration to Victoria: A certificate of roadworthiness may be required when transferring a vehicle's registration from another state or territory to Victoria, such as when relocating from Sydney to Geelong.
• Registering an unregistered vehicle: A roadworthy certificate may be needed to register an unregistered vehicle, including those with expired registrations.
• Clearing a defect notice: If a vehicle has been issued a defect notice (often referred to as a yellow sticker), it may need to undergo an inspection by a licensed vehicle tester, such as those in the RedBook Inspect marketplace, to be cleared.

Vehicles that may require a roadworthy certificate

• Passenger vehicles like cars, utes, vans, or trucks with a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) under 4.5 tonnes.
• Motorcycles (that are ridden on public roads).
• Caravans.
• Heavy trailers with an aggregate trailer mass of more than 4.5 tonnes

Vehicles that may not require a roadworthy certificate

• Some brand new vehicles that have never been registered.
• Light trailers with an aggregate trailer mass under 4.5 tonnes.
• Recreational motorcycles.
• Quad bikes or ATVs (special work vehicle type 1 or 2).

How can you get a roadworthy certificate (RWC)?

Follow these three simple steps to obtain your VIC roadworthy certificate:

1. Book an inspection: Schedule an appointment with a licensed vehicle tester, such as a third-party provider on the RedBook Inspect Network.
2. Complete and pass the inspection: Your vehicle will be assessed to ensure it meets the required safety standards set by the Victorian government.
3. Receive your certificate: Once your vehicle passes, you'll be issued a Roadworthy Certificate, which may be required to transfer ownership and other registration purposes.

Vehicle failed the inspection?

Sometimes vehicles don't pass the roadworthy inspection. If your vehicle doesn't pass, you'll receive a list of repairs. Once the repairs are done, you can bring your vehicle back for a re-inspection within 14 days.

I'm in Geelong and my vehicle is unregistered

If your vehicle is unregistered or its registration has expired, you may need a VicRoads Unregistered Vehicle Permit (UVP) to be able to drive the vehicle to it's roadworthy inspection.