What is Roadworthy?
Roadworthiness or trustworthiness is a property or ability of a car, bus, truck, or any kind of automobile to be in a suitable operating condition or meeting acceptable standards for safe driving and transport of people, baggage, or cargo on roads or streets, being therefore street-legal.
How Long Is Roadworthy Valid In South Africa
Your Roadworthy Certificate is generally valid for 60 days. But if your license expires and are unable to renew your used car license before its expiration date, you will have a grace period of 21 days to have your motor vehicle license renewed from the expiry date, while retaining its roadworthy status.
How much is a roadworthy certificate in South Africa?
All new and used cars sold in South Africa require a roadworthy certificate. A roadworthiness test at an accredited roadworthy center like AVTS takes about an hour and will cost just around R500. However, even if you’re not planning to sell your car, it’s important to make sure it is roadworthy and safe to drive.
Do you need a roadworthy to register a car in SA?
Defected, written-off, and modified vehicles require a roadworthy inspection before they can be registered.
What is checked in a roadworthy test in South Africa?
During a Roadworthy Inspection, a certified mechanic will check your car for any potential safety hazards. They will also test things like your brakes, suspension, and tires to make sure they are up to par. Passing a Roadworthy Inspection means that your car is safe to drive.
How do I get a roadworthy certificate in South Africa?
What you should do
- Go to the nearest vehicle testing station with the following: vehicle registration certificate. identity document (ID) prescribed fee.
- Complete the Application for Certification of Roadworthiness (ACR) form.