vehicle modification codes victoria

In Victoria, vehicle modification codes follow the National Code of Practice (VSB 14) — an alphabet soup like LA (engines), LB (driveline), LS (suspension), LT (brakes), LK (electronics) and LH (seating). Minor mods that don’t affect safety can be done without engineering, but major changes usually require a VASS engineer’s certificate to keep the car road-legal. The golden rule is ADR compliance: engine swaps, brake upgrades, seat/seatbelt changes and steering or suspension alterations sit under specific codes and need sign-off. Do the paperwork properly—receipts, part numbers and a VASS report—because the rego office won’t accept “my mate said it’s fine.” Best move is to read the relevant VSB 14 sections, then ring a VASS signatory before buying parts; an hour of advice beats redoing an entire build. When in doubt, check VicRoads Vehicle Standards Info sheets or call them, and save the drama for the dyno.