Question 1

What is a roadworthy certificate / safety certificate in QLD?

Accepted Answer

In Queensland, a safety certificate (often called a roadworthy) is a government-approved safety check confirming your vehicle meets minimum QLD roadworthy requirements at the time of inspection. It covers tyres, brakes, steering, suspension, lights, glass, rust, oil leaks and basic safety equipment.

Question 2

Do you come to me?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the service is fully mobile. We come to you at home, work, a dealership or wherever the vehicle is safely parked on reasonably level ground across South Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich and the Gold Coast.

Question 3

What vehicles do you inspect?

Accepted Answer

We inspect most light vehicles including passenger cars, hatches and sedans, utes and dual-cabs (including 4x4s), SUVs, light commercial vans, motorbikes (subject to model confirmation), and trailers within weight limits.

Question 4

What happens if my car fails the inspection?

Accepted Answer

You receive a clear, plain-English list of what failed and why. You have 14 days to repair those items. Once fixed, we return and recheck only the failed items and issue your safety certificate on the spot.

Question 5

Do you charge for a re-inspection?

Accepted Answer

No. There is no re-inspection fee for the same vehicle within the 14-day period when we are rechecking the original failed items.

Question 6

How long does a roadworthy inspection take?

Accepted Answer

Most standard light vehicle roadworthy inspections take around 45 to 60 minutes. Pre-purchase inspections usually take about 60 to 90 minutes depending on the vehicle.

Question 7

Are you actually licensed? What is AIS 13788?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are fully approved by Queensland Transport and Main Roads as an Approved Inspection Station. Our AIS number is 13788, our examiner number is 25179, and our ABN is 57 517 911 996.

Question 8

How fast can you get to me?

Accepted Answer

Most days we can offer same-day or next-day bookings across South Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Call 0411 565 824 if you are on a tight deadline.

Question 9

What areas do you cover?

Accepted Answer

We cover South Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich and the Gold Coast including Coomera, Helensvale, Southport, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Robina, Varsity Lakes and Burleigh Heads.

Question 10

What is a pre-purchase inspection and why do I need one?

Accepted Answer

A pre-purchase inspection is a detailed check for buyers that goes far beyond a basic safety certificate. We inspect front to back including a road test where possible, checking for leaks, worn suspension, brake problems, uneven tyre wear, previous crash repairs and other faults.

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