Every six months, a bus must be checked for roadworthiness. It is your obligation as a car owner to get your vehicle tested. You have the option of taking it to a private or public car testing station.
It is your obligation as a car owner to get your vehicle tested. You have the option of taking it to a private or public car testing station.
If the roadworthy test is passed, a notification is given.
What you must do
Take the following items to the nearest vehicle testing station: car registration certificate identity document (ID)
The prescribed fee.
Fill out the Application for roadworthiness certification (ACR) form.
How much time does it take?
On the same day, the application is processed.
What is the price?
Contact the appropriate testing facility.
Forms to fill out?
Forms are available at your local testing center.
How long does it take to pass a roadworthy test?
Every time a vehicle changes hands, a roadworthy test must be performed. The test, which is a legal necessity, lasts 30 minutes and confirms that cars fulfill the SABS safety criteria. New owners will not be awarded registration certificates or vehicle licenses unless they have proper roadworthy certifications.
How much does a South African roadworthy certificate cost?
A car’s owner is responsible for keeping it roadworthy, and it must be examined every six months. In South Africa, issuing a certificate of inspection for one month costs roughly R500. In order for the driver and the vehicle to be safe, a roadworthy license is essential.
What does a roadworthy test look for?
The identification and paperwork of the vehicle are checked during the roadworthiness test. systems of electricity fittings and hardware (including mirrors, safety belts, etc.)
Who is responsible for a licensed vehicle’s roadworthiness?
It is the obligation of the vehicle owner to ensure that the vehicle is tested when it is due. On cars over three years old, a roadworthy test must be performed every two years.
