How long can you drive with expired WoF in NZ?

How long can you drive with expired WoF in NZ?

The 28 days given after a failed WoF/CoF only relate to the payment of inspection fees and when a new inspection starts, see sections 3.6. 6 and 3.9. The 28 days do NOT allow a person to continue using the vehicle for a purpose other than for bringing the vehicle into compliance.

Can I get a second opinion for a WoF NZ?

“If you are unsure about the quality of the WoF on your vehicle get a second opinion preferably from the outlets previously mentioned.”

Do you need a horn for a WoF?

Having a working car horn is important to your safety, as well as other drivers and pedestrians on the road. This is because it allows you to alert others and make your vehicle’s presence known. For this reason, your car must have a working car horn in order to pass a Warrant of Fitness.

How early can you get a WoF?

Vehicles less than 3 years old If your vehicle is: less than 2 years old, the WoF will be issued to the third anniversary of when it was first registered. between 2 and 3 years old, the WoF will be issued for 12 months.

Is car insurance valid without WoF?

It’s usually a condition of your insurance that your car must have a valid WoF. However, if it wasn’t a contributing factor and there were no other defects, then it’s unlikely a claim will be denied. If there is no WoF, then the accident will be investigated and that will delay the payout.

What happens if you get pulled over with no WoF?

If you’re caught using a car without a current WoF, you will have to pay an infringement fee of $200, unless you’re driving the vehicle to get it repaired or to a WoF inspection.

Can I take my car to another garage if it fails WoF?

It’s entirely your right to take it elsewhere, but if the repair has not been done to a satisfactory standard, (which would generally be considered to mean replacing the corroded area with steel, correctly welded in) it is likely to fail there too.

Can you get a WoF with engine light on?

The vehicle must be safe to be operated. Therefore, if the engine management light is on or the vehicle is not fit for purpose then it will fail the WOF test.

Is nos in cars legal in NZ?

Police and health officials would meet to discuss legitimate uses, such as in catering. Mr Anderton said selling nos without a prescription would carry a maximum penalty of six months’ imprisonment or a $1000 fine. It was also illegal to possess prescription medicines without reasonable excuse.

Are hydraulics illegal in NZ?

No – you can’t have a hydraulic handbrake fitted unless it is covered by a valid LVVTA-approved Authority Card. Refer to MotorSport NZ’s website for further information.

Can I drive car without WoF?

NZTA Qualified WOF Inspections It’s illegal to drive your car without a valid WOF, or a valid WOF sticker displayed. You can only drive the vehicle (if it is safe to do so) when driving to get it repaired, or to get a WOF inspection done.

Can I get Rego without WoF?

You must have a current WoF or CoF Your vehicle must have a current warrant of fitness (WoF) or certificate of fitness (CoF) before you can get a licence or use the vehicle on the road, unless your vehicle is exempt from continuous vehicle licensing or doesn’t require a WoF or CoF for road use (mopeds etc).

Can you drive your car if it fails WoF NZ?

If your vehicle fails a WOF inspection you cannot drive it on the road unless you’re taking it somewhere to get it repaired or get a new WoF – and it’s safe to do so.

Are you insured with no WoF?

Can you pass a WoF with a cracked windscreen?

If a chip or crack is larger than 25mm (the size of a $2 coin) or in the driver’s line of vision, your car will fail its WOF. If a car has a crack in the windscreen and has an accident, the windscreen is more likely to fail – resulting in crushed roofs and less effective airbags.

What will fail a WoF?

Lights were the most common reason cars failed WoFs in 2017, and were a factor in over half of failures. A car will fail unless all its headlights, brake lights, indicator lights and park lights are working. It’s easy not to notice if they aren’t working, since you’re always inside the car when it’s driving.

Do you need a spare TYRE to pass a WoF NZ?

It is not a legal requirement for a motor vehicle to have a spare wheel. If one is fitted however, it must be securely attached by a device which is in good condition or stored in a closed compartment separate from the occupant space. This is checked at the time of a WoF inspection.

Is Underglow illegal in NZ?

No, cosmetic lights are not being banned but there are now controls on where they can be fitted to vehicles. The rule aims for a good balance between allowing vehicle owners the freedom to use these lights and protecting the safety of other road users.

Is muffler delete legal in NZ?

You can drive a car or motorbike with no muffler as long as it doesn’t exceed the maximum sound level allowed….Why would you modify your exhaust?

Vehicle type	Maximun noise level (dBA)
Light goods or passenger vehicle (eg, car, MPV, minibus, ute or van) first registered in NZ before 1 June 2008	95

Is a cat delete illegal in NZ?

They have been required by law in NZ since 2010 for vehicles first registered in NZ on or after May 1 2010 and manufactured from January 1 1990 where a catalytic converter was originally fitted (exemptions available for motorsport vehicles).