In Australia, a roadworthy certificate is the official nod that your car isn’t a rolling hazard; the name changes by state (roadworthy, safety certificate, eSafety check), but the idea’s the same.
Inspectors focus on the life-or-death basics: tyres, brakes, lights, steering, suspension, seatbelts, windscreen, and structural rust or leaks.
It’s not a full pre‑purchase inspection or an engine rebuild—just a minimum safety standard.
You’ll typically need one for sale/transfer or re‑registration in many states and territories, and it must be issued by a licensed tester.
Costs and validity periods vary by state and vehicle, and if it fails you’ll need to fix the faults and get it checked again.
Check your state authority for the exact rules and timing, because they all insist on doing it their own special way.
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