Warrant of fitness inspections
What is a warrant of fitness?
A warrant of fitness (WoF) is a periodic safety inspection that is compulsory for light vehicles (eg, most cars, vans, utes and 4WDs).
Vehicles first registered anywhere less than six years ago must have WoF inspections every 12 months.
All other vehicles must have WoF inspections every six months.
Who carries out the WoF safety check?
Approved garages and testing stations (WoF agents) carry out WoF inspections. There are around 3,500 WoF agents in New Zealand.
To find one near you, look in the Yellow pages.
What does the WoF inspection include?
The WoF inspection is a general safety check, and includes:
tyre condition (including tread depth)
brake operation
structural condition. (Rust is not allowed in certain areas)
lights (Are all bulbs working? Do lights comply?)
glazing (Is your windscreen safe?)
windscreen washers and wipers
doors (Do they open and close safely?)
safety belts (Must not be faded or damaged; buckles must work properly)
airbags (if fitted)
speedometer (Must be working)
steering and suspension. (Must be safe and secure)
exhaust (There must be no leaks and the exhaust must not be too loud or smoky)
fuel system (There must be no leaks).
After your vehicle passes its warrant of fitness check, it's your responsibility to keep it in the condition that it was in when it passed the inspection.
What is a warrant of fitness?
A warrant of fitness (WoF) is a periodic safety inspection that is compulsory for light vehicles (eg, most cars, vans, utes and 4WDs).
Vehicles first registered anywhere less than six years ago must have WoF inspections every 12 months.
All other vehicles must have WoF inspections every six months.
Who carries out the WoF safety check?
Approved garages and testing stations (WoF agents) carry out WoF inspections. There are around 3,500 WoF agents in New Zealand.
To find one near you, look in the Yellow pages.
What does the WoF inspection include?
The WoF inspection is a general safety check, and includes:
tyre condition (including tread depth)
brake operation
structural condition. (Rust is not allowed in certain areas)
lights (Are all bulbs working? Do lights comply?)
glazing (Is your windscreen safe?)
windscreen washers and wipers
doors (Do they open and close safely?)
safety belts (Must not be faded or damaged; buckles must work properly)
airbags (if fitted)
speedometer (Must be working)
steering and suspension. (Must be safe and secure)
exhaust (There must be no leaks and the exhaust must not be too loud or smoky)
fuel system (There must be no leaks).
After your vehicle passes its warrant of fitness check, it's your responsibility to keep it in the condition that it was in when it passed the inspection.
