Roadworthy Certificate (RWC)

For private vehicle sales, your RWC is valid for 30 days from the date of issue. If you're re-registering a vehicle, it's valid for 90 days. After expiry, you'll need a fresh inspection—we recommend booking only when you're ready to sell or register.

If your vehicle doesn't meet the standards, we'll provide a detailed written report of exactly what needs fixing. You have 14 days to complete the repairs and return to us for a re-inspection of the failed items at no extra charge. If you exceed 14 days, a full new inspection is required.

Yes. In Victoria, you're legally required to provide a current Roadworthy Certificate when selling a registered vehicle (unless it's being sold unregistered or to a licensed dealer). The buyer needs it to transfer the registration into their name. Selling without one can result in significant fines and complications for the buyer.

Most inspections take between 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on your vehicle's age, condition, and type. We'll keep you updated throughout the process. If minor repairs are needed to pass, we can often complete them same-day to get you certified without delay.