car registration cost melbourne

In Melbourne, expect around AUD 800–1,100 per year to register a typical private passenger car; that covers the registration fee plus the TAC charge.

Metro vs regional address and vehicle type can nudge it up or down—utes and light commercial vehicles cost more, motorcycles less. First-time or ownership changes add once-off plate and transfer fees, and stamp duty on the purchase price (not technically “rego”, but it still hurts). You can pay 3, 6, or 12 months; instalments usually add a small admin fee, and concessions can trim the total. In Victoria the CTP component is the TAC charge already, while comprehensive insurance is optional and separate. Figures are ballpark; consult official documentation for exact figures.