In Queensland it’s called a Safety Certificate, and for most cars you’re looking at roughly AUD $90–$110, with motorbikes around $50–$70 and light trailers $40–$60. Mobile inspectors may charge a call-out fee (think $20–$80), because convenience isn’t free—shock horror. There’s no “new vs used” pricing trickery here; the fee is the fee, whether your pride and joy is fresh from the showroom or heroically pre-loved. For private sellers the certificate typically stays valid for 2 months or 2,000 km (whichever comes first), so don’t get it too early and then go for a grand tour. Use this as a guide—workshops set exact prices within regulated caps, and local rates vary a touch.
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