What Is a Roadworthy Certificate?
A Roadworthy Certificate (also known as a Safety Certificate) confirms that a vehicle meets Queensland’s minimum safety standards at the time of inspection. It’s not a guarantee of the vehicle’s overall mechanical condition, but rather a legal requirement designed to ensure vehicles on our roads meet basic safety criteria before changing hands or being re-registered.
When Do You Need a Roadworthy Certificate?
You’ll generally need a current Roadworthy or Safety Certificate if you’re selling a registered vehicle privately, transferring ownership of a vehicle to someone else, registering a previously unregistered vehicle in Queensland for the first time, or bringing an interstate vehicle onto Queensland registration. Many of our customers also choose to get a pre-purchase roadworthy inspection for extra peace of mind before buying a used vehicle.
What We Check During a Roadworthy Inspection
Our licensed inspectors carry out a thorough check against Queensland Transport and Code of Practice standards, covering key safety areas including brakes, tyres and wheels, steering and suspension components, lights and indicators, windscreen condition and wipers, seatbelts and restraints, and the vehicle’s general structural and body condition. Any defects identified are clearly explained so you know exactly what, if anything, needs attention.
Why Choose PROCHECK Automotive on the Sunshine Coast
Our team of licensed inspectors issues Safety Certificates on the spot when your vehicle passes, with most inspections completed in just 45-50 minutes. We service the full range of vehicle types, from cars and trailers to bikes, caravans and trucks, and pride ourselves on clear, honest communication throughout the process, so there are no surprises if a defect is found.
Areas We Serve
PROCHECK Automotive provides Roadworthy and Safety Certificate services to drivers across the Sunshine Coast, including Caloundra, Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Buderim, Noosa, Nambour, Kawana Waters, Coolum Beach, Sippy Downs and Landsborough. Can’t see your suburb listed? Get in touch and we’ll confirm availability for your area.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a roadworthy inspection take?
Most roadworthy inspections take between 45 and 50 minutes to complete, and if your vehicle passes, we can issue the certificate on the spot.
What happens if my vehicle doesn’t pass?
If your vehicle doesn’t meet the required standard, we’ll provide a clear list of the defects found so you know exactly what repairs are needed before a certificate can be issued.
How long is a Roadworthy Certificate valid for?
A Roadworthy Certificate is generally valid for a limited period from the date of issue, or until the vehicle changes ownership, whichever comes first. Your PROCHECK inspector can confirm the exact validity for your situation.
Can you provide roadworthy certificates for trailers, caravans and bikes, not just cars?
Yes, we provide Roadworthy and Safety Certificates for cars, trailers, bikes and caravans, as well as light trucks up to 4.5 tonne.
Roadworthy Certificates
Do you need a Safety certificate / Roadworthy for your vehicle?
PROCHECK Automotive can provide Roadworthy and Safety Certificates for Cars, Trailers, Bikes, Caravans & Trucks.
PROCHECK Automotive covers all light vehicles up to 4.5 ton on a light vehicle Safety Certificate/ Roadworthy and can also provide Certificate of Inspection and HVRAS services.
If you are looking to buy, sell, register or transfer ownership of your vehicle, let the team at PROCHECK Automotive help. It can take just 45-50 minutes to complete the safety certificate / roadworthy inspection with a guarantee. If the vehicle complies with Queensland Transport and Code of Practice standards the Safety Certificate / Roadworthy can be issued on the spot by one of our licensed Inspectors.
Grab your cert. at our mechanic Sunshine Coast.