Roadworthy Certificates

We Can Come To You

If you’re looking to sell or buy a vehicle and need a roadworthy fast, you can count on SafeT Cert. We offer roadworthy certificates (formally known as safety certificates) in Hervey Bay, Maryborough, Gladstone, Rockhampton and Mackay and all surrounding areas. Best of all, we’re mobile, so we can come to you!

Our fully accredited team offer comprehensive safety inspections for a range of personal and commercial vehicles, examining each component thoroughly to ensure your vehicle is completely safe to operate and compliant. To find out more or book a roadworthy, call 0499 773 842 today!

Safety Certificates

In Queensland a safety certificate is needed when:

  • Transferring registration to a new owner
  • When transferring to Queensland registration from another state or territory
  • When re-registering an unregistered vehicle

Vehicles requiring a safety certificate are:

  • Cars
  • Motorcycles
  • Trailers (including caravans) with an aggregate trailer mass (ATM) between 750kg and 4,500kg
  • Any other vehicles up to 4,500kg gross vehicle mass (GVM)

This inspection covers the basic vehicle safety standards for many components including:

  • Tyres
  • Brakes
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Body rust or damage
  • Windscreen
  • Lights

The Vehicle Inspection Manuals explain how a safety certificate inspection is performed and the reasons a vehicle may fail an inspection.
A safety certificate inspection is not a comprehensive mechanical inspection on the quality, or life expectancy of a vehicle. If you are buying a used vehicle, you should contact a motoring group such as RACQ for a full mechanical inspection.
A safety certificate is not needed in some situations.

Roadworthy Inspections

SafeT Cert is fully licensed and qualified to offer safety certificates for a wide range of light and heavy vehicles, from scooters and cars to heavy trailers and trucks. Our inspection prices are regulated by the Department of Transport and Main Roads, so you can rest assured you’re getting the best value for money. Call out fees may apply and vary between locations.

For more information or to book a roadworthy inspection, get in touch today. We service Hervey Bay, Maryborough, Gladtone, Rockhampton and Mackay and all there surrounding areas. Our team can travel to you Monday to Friday or by appointment on other days.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a safety certificate last?

A roadworthy/safety certificate will last for two months from its date of issue or 2000kms whichever occurs first.

How long does the inspection take?
Depending on the inspection it can vary but will be most likely 60—90 minutes.
What can fail a roadworthy Qld?

There is a wide variety of why a vehicle may fail an inspection. Inspection guidelines are available through the below links:
Light Vehicle Inspection Manual
Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual 

How much is a roadworthy?

There are a few factors that can affect pricing, including vehicle type and location. Please get in touch via phone today for a free quote.