How To Transfer Vehicle Registration QLD

How to Transfer Car, Motorcycle or Trailer Registration in Queensland I inspected this SYM moped scooter in Loganholme today and walked the seller through the transfer process after the inspection. It’s something I explain to customers regularly, so here’s the full rundown on how to transfer vehicle registration in Queensland. Step 1 – Get a […]

Roadworthy Inspection Cost QLD

How Much Does a Roadworthy Inspection Cost in Queensland? I was inspecting this Mercedes Sprinter in Alexandra Hills today and thought this would be a good time to explain how roadworthy pricing actually works in Queensland – because it’s not as straightforward as most people think. The government sets the inspection fee In Queensland, the […]

Do I Need Roadworthy For Rego Renewal QLD

Do I Need a Roadworthy for Registration Renewal QLD? I was inspecting this Hyundai i30 in Shailer Park today and the owner asked whether she needed a roadworthy just because her registration was coming up for renewal. The answer is no – but there are situations where you do need one, and they’re easy to […]

Can I Sell Car Without Roadworthy QLD

Can I Sell My Car Without a Roadworthy in QLD? This comes up constantly. I was doing an inspection on this Kia in Birkdale today and the owner mentioned he’d almost sold the car without getting a roadworthy first. Glad he didn’t – here’s why. Registered car – no, you must provide a roadworthy If […]

How Long Does Roadworthy Inspection Take

How Long Does a Roadworthy Inspection Take? I get asked this all the time, usually by people who want to know if they need to take time off work or rearrange their day. Here’s the honest answer after doing this Volkswagen Golf in Moorooka today. About 30 minutes for most vehicles A standard roadworthy inspection […]

Buying Car Without Roadworthy

What Happens If You Buy a Car Without a Roadworthy? Last week I inspected a Ford Ranger in Yatala. The owner was a young man who had recently bought the car without a roadworthy certificate. He’d been told by the seller that the car would pass with flying colours. It didn’t. What the inspection found […]

Can I Get Roadworthy Certificate Online QLD

Can I Get a Roadworthy Certificate Online in Queensland? I was inspecting this Hyundai in Victoria Point today and the owner asked me a question I hear surprisingly often – can you just get a roadworthy certificate online without the physical inspection? No. You can’t. Here’s how it actually works. You can book online – […]

Motorcycle Fairing Damage Roadworthy

Can a Motorcycle Pass a Roadworthy With Damaged Fairings? I inspected a Suzuki GSX650F in Oxley today. The owner called me beforehand to ask whether his bike could pass with some minor fairing damage. It’s a question I get fairly often from motorcycle owners, so here’s the straightforward answer. Heading (H2): Damaged fairings – usually […]

How Long Does Roadworthy Last QLD

How Long Does a Roadworthy Certificate Last in Queensland? Quick one today after inspecting this Haval in Cleveland. The owner asked how long the certificate stays valid – it’s one of the most common questions I get. Private sellers – 2 months or 2,000km If you’re a private seller, your roadworthy certificate (safety certificate) is […]

COI vs Roadworthy Difference QLD

COI vs Roadworthy – What’s the Difference in Queensland?   I did a COI inspection on this Mercedes-Benz in Birkdale today. The owner drives for a ride share platform and needed his certificate of inspection renewed. He asked me a question I hear a lot – what’s actually the difference between a COI and a […]

What If Vehicle Fails Roadworthy

What Happens If Your Vehicle Fails the Roadworthy Inspection? I did an inspection on this Mazda BT-50 in Redland Bay today, which is a good opportunity to cover one of the most common questions I get asked: what happens if your vehicle fails the roadworthy and you can’t get it fixed within 14 days? The […]

Can You Drive Without Roadworthy Qld

Can You Drive Without a Roadworthy Certificate in Queensland? This is a question I get asked regularly, usually by people who’ve just bought a car or are about to sell one. The answer depends on your situation. If your vehicle is registered in Queensland – yes, you can drive it As long as your vehicle […]

Modified Holden Hz Failed Roadworthy

Modified Holden HZ Failed Roadworthy – Loganholme I inspected a 1979 Holden HZ in Loganholme today. The engine bay had clearly received a lot of attention – heavily modified, supercharger installed, fuel system converted from carburettor to EFI. Someone had spent serious time and money making this car fast and loud. Unfortunately, that’s where the […]

Can You Do Roadworthy In The Rain

Can You Do a Roadworthy Inspection in the Rain? This is one of the most common questions I get, especially during Brisbane’s wet season. I was out in Mount Gravatt East today and this photo pretty much sums it up – wet roads, grey skies, and a roadworthy to do. So can I do a […]

Cracked Control Arm Bushes Failed Roadworthy

Cracked Control Arm Bushes Failed Roadworthy – Mazda 3 in Alexandra Hills I inspected a Mazda 3 in Alexandra Hills today. It failed for cracked front lower control arm bushes. This is a fairly common fail point, especially on older vehicles, and most owners have no idea what a control arm bush even is until […]

Broken Headlight Mount Failed Roadworthy

Broken Headlight Mount Failed Roadworthy – Nissan Pathfinder in Capalaba A customer in Bulimba asked me today whether a slightly out-of-position bumper on his VW Golf would fail a roadworthy. The short answer is no – a bumper that’s slightly off won’t fail as long as it’s secure, not about to fall off, and doesn’t […]

Worn Brake Pads Failed Roadworthy – Mercedes 450 SEC in Burbank

Worn Brake Pads Failed Roadworthy – Mercedes in Burbank I inspected a Mercedes 450 SEC in Burbank this week. The owner mentioned he’d been hearing a strange noise when braking. When I checked the rear brakes, the reason was obvious. The rear left brake pads were completely worn down. The friction material was gone entirely […]

How to Prepare Your Car for a Roadworthy in Queensland

I’m Dom, a licensed Queensland roadworthy inspector with over 10,000 inspections completed. I see the same avoidable fails every single week. Cars that could have passed easily end up failing for things the owner could have checked in 5 minutes before booking. This guide covers the most common issues, some real examples from my work, […]