Roadworthy Inspection Checklist

Use the Roadworthy Inspection Checklist to ensure vehicles meet safety standards and are legally fit for use on public roads before registration or resale.

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Roadworthy Inspection Checklist

Brake & Braking Systems

Chassis & Vehicle Body

General Vehicle

Lights, Reflectors, And Signals

Seatbelts & Seats

Suspension & Steering

Wheels And Tires

Windows & Windscreen

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Roadworthy Inspection Checklist

Use the Roadworthy Inspection Checklist to ensure vehicles meet safety standards and are legally fit for use on public roads before registration or resale.

1. Do all components function correctly, are they mounted securely, and are they correctly located?

2. Are all brake components free from visible wear, distortion, or damage?

3. Are the vehicle parking and emergency brakes functioning correctly?

4. Are the park brakes capable of keeping the vehicle stationary on any grade of hill?

5. Are the brake lights (warning signs) fitted correctly and functioning?

6. Is the car horn working correctly?

7. Are the brake systems free of leaks?

8. Are the brake linings not worn down to the wear indicators?

1. Is there an absence of any condition that could cause structural failure or affect safe operation?

2. Is the floor sound, free of obstructions or any condition that could hamper safe operation?

3. Are all mechanisms, including doors, boots, Ute lids, bonnets, hatches, and tailgates, functioning?

4. Are bumper bars securely fitted to eliminate sharp corners or protrusions?

5. Are towbars in good condition and correctly fitted?

6. If the vehicle has a tray-type body, does it have suitable mudflaps for the vehicle type?

1. Is the steering wheel suitable for the vehicle, and are any covers secure?

2. Are the pedals and steering wheel/control knobs in working order and not hampering performance?

3. Is a suitable rearview mirror present and providing a clear view to the rear of the vehicle?

4. Is the horn/warning device effective, able to sustain a steady and constant pitch?

5. Does the vehicle have a functioning speedometer displaying speed in km/h (for vehicles built after 1 July 1988)?

6. Are suitable fuel caps in use, securely fitted, and sealing correctly?

1. Are the headlights, lights, and reflectors in good condition?

2. Are the brake lights (aka stop lamps) functioning?

3. Are the front and rear position lights working?

4. Are the turn signal lamps (aka indicators or blinkers) working?

5. Are number plate lights functioning?

6. Are all lights in reasonable working order?

7. Are all lights correctly placed and securely fitted?

8. Are all lenses or light covers clean and free of damage?

9. Are all light covers and lenses the correct color (not faded)?

1. Are seatbelts present?

2. Is the seatbelt webbing firmly secured?

3. Do the seatbelts display any cuts, damage, wear, knots, or fraying?

4. Are all seats secure and structurally sound?

5. Do the seats have no protrusions or jagged edges?

6. Is the driver’s seat free of defects that could impede driving ability?

7. Are seat sliders functioning correctly and free of any looseness?

8. If present, are head restraints secure and in sound condition?

9. Have any seatbelt components been modified in any way?

1. Are the power steering fittings free of oil leaks?

2. Is there adequate clearance between suspension components and the vehicle body?

3. Are all joints, pivots, and bushes in good condition?

4. Are the dust and grease seals deemed suitable?

5. Are all wheel bearings and mounts in good condition?

6. Are the shock absorbers and struts securely mounted?

7. Do the shock absorbers and struts show any signs of leaks?

1. Do the tires display a tread depth of at least 1.5mm at any point on the tread reasonably expected to contact the road (other than at tyre tread indicators)?

2. If tread wear indicators are present, do the tires not display sufficient wear for such indicators to contact the road surface?

3. Are the tires and rims of compatible size?

4. If retreaded tires are used, is the ID of the retreader clearly marked?

5. Do retreaded tires display the word "retreaded" and the relevant markings as required by the Australian standard?

6. Are the wheels, rims, and tires free of cracks or any other damage that could cause failure?

7. Are the wheels and rims not out of balance or otherwise damaged, dented, or buckled?

8. Is a "temporary use" spare tyre not fitted as a road wheel?

9. If spoke wheels are present, are all spokes intact, straight, fitted, and tensioned correctly?

10. When facing straight ahead, do the wheels and tires not project beyond the width of the mudguards?

11. Do the wheels and tires not contact any part of the vehicle during any combination of steering or suspension functions?

12. Are the wheels securely fitted with the correct type and number of studs or nuts (or both, where required)?

1. Are the windows and windscreen free of any cracks, chips, scratches, or damage that compromises driver visibility or safe operation?

2. Are there no alterations (including tinting) that might impact the driver’s ability to see the road and other users at all times?

3. Are the windscreen wipers correctly fitted and functioning properly?

4. Are the windscreen washer jets correctly positioned to effectively keep the windscreen clear of rain, dirt, or debris?

5. Is the windscreen not tinted in the primary vision area to more than 70% (for vehicles manufactured after 1971)?

6. Is there no tinting applied as a coat or film in the primary vision area of the windscreen?