victorian road worthy certificate

In Victoria, a Roadworthy Certificate (RWC) is the basic safety tick you need when selling a registered car or re-registering a used one.

It’s issued by a licensed tester and checks essentials like tyres, brakes, steering/suspension, lights, windscreen/wipers, seatbelts, and structural rust—not the whole car’s long-term health.

Expect to pay roughly AUD $150–$300 for the inspection, plus any repairs required to pass; the certificate is typically valid for 30 days for a transfer.

Book ahead, fix what’s flagged, and remember: it proves “safe to use,” not “fresh from the showroom.”