In Queensland, this is called Safety Certificate or commonly called a Roadworthyvalid 60 days

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Mobile Roadworthy / Safety Certificate Surfers Paradise

Mobile roadworthy providers in Surfers Paradise, Queensland. In Queensland a roadworthy is officially called a Safety Certificate. Required when transferring registration of a light vehicle (under 4.5 tonnes GVM). Issued by Approved Inspection Stations (AIS).

What are you getting inspected in Surfers Paradise?

Pick a vehicle type to see specialists who service it.

Car 4WD / Ute Motorcycle Light trailer Medium trailer Heavy trailer Caravan Camper trailer Motorhome Horse float Truck Prime mover Semi-trailer Bus Taxi / Rideshare Imported vehicle Modified vehicle Defect clearance Pre-purchase inspection

What it's called in QLD: Safety Certificate
How long it stays valid: 60 days
Average price for a car roadworthy: $90–$150
Same-day mobile providers: 0 in Surfers Paradise
Pass rate (Australia): ~70%
Re-inspection window: 14 days

Mobile providers in Surfers Paradise

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Before the inspector arrives

Tyres

Tread depth

Minimum legal tread is 1.5 mm across the central three-quarters of each tyre. Use a coin or tread gauge, if a 20-cent coin sits more than halfway in the groove, replace.

Pressure

Set to the placard pressure (usually inside the driver door jamb) when cold. Under-inflated tyres fail for sidewall flex and uneven wear; over-inflated fail for centre wear.

Sidewall condition

Check for bulges, cuts, cracks or exposed cords. Any sidewall damage is an automatic fail and a safety risk, replace before the inspection.

Lights

Headlights (low and high beam)

Both low and high beam must work on left and right. Aim should not be wildly off, a hazy, oxidised lens that cuts output also fails.

Tail lights

Both rear tail lights illuminate when the parking or headlights are on. Check for cracked lenses letting white light show rearward.

Brake lights

All three brake lights (left, right, high-mount) must light when the pedal is pressed. Get a helper to confirm, a dead bulb is the most common single fail.

Indicators

Front, side and rear indicators flash amber at the correct rate (60–120 per minute). Hazard switch must flash all four together.

Reverse lights

White reverse lights come on when reverse gear is selected with ignition on. Check both sides where fitted.

Number plate light

The white lamp over the rear plate must illuminate the entire plate at night. A blown bulb here trips a lot of inspections.

Brakes

Pedal feel

Pedal should be firm with no sponginess. It should not sink toward the floor when held under steady pressure with the engine running.

Parking brake

Hold the vehicle on a moderate slope. Lever or foot brake should engage within its rated travel and not release on its own.

Wipers and washers

Wiper blades

Blades clear the windscreen without streaking, juddering or smearing. Torn rubber is a common fail, blades are cheap to replace.

Washer jets

Both washer jets spray cleanly onto the windscreen. Empty bottle, blocked jet or split hose all fail.

Windscreen

Chips and cracks

No cracks longer than 30 mm or any damage in the driver wiper arc. Repair small chips with a windscreen kit before the inspection, replacements take days.

Suspension

Bounce test

Push down hard on each corner and release. The vehicle should rebound and settle within one or two oscillations. Excessive bounce indicates worn dampers.

Exhaust

Leaks and noise

No blowing sound from joints or holes, no excessive smoke, and noise level reasonable for the vehicle type. Black soot around joints is a leak indicator.

Seatbelts

All belts retract and lock

Every fitted belt must extend smoothly, retract under tension, and lock instantly when jerked. Frayed webbing or a sluggish retractor will fail.

Mirrors

Interior and both exterior

All three mirrors fitted, secure, and free of cracks. Power mirrors must adjust on both axes if originally fitted.

Horn

Horn operates

Horn sounds clearly from a single button press. A weak or intermittent horn fails.

Bodywork

Rust

Structural rust, sills, chassis rails, mounting points, suspension towers, is an automatic fail. Surface rust on panels is usually fine.

Sharp edges and panels

No torn metal, hanging trim or sharp protrusions that could injure pedestrians. Loose bumpers or dragging plastic must be secured.

Fluids

Engine oil

Check on level ground with a warm engine. Level between MIN and MAX, no milky contamination, no major leaks evident under the car.

Coolant

Coolant in the overflow bottle between MIN and MAX with the engine cold. No oily film and no obvious leaks at hoses or radiator.

Brake fluid

Reservoir between MIN and MAX. Fluid that is dark brown indicates age, flush before inspection if it is years old.

Number plates

Legible and securely fitted

Both plates fitted in the original mount points, all characters legible, no missing fasteners or cable-tied plates. A faded plate fails.

QLD-specific checks

Safety Certificate: validity timing

In Queensland a Roadworthy is valid for 60 days from issue. Time the inspection close to the sale or registration date so it does not expire before transfer.

Fee expectation

Typical mobile inspection fee for a car in Queensland is $90–$150. Quotes well below the low end usually exclude travel; quotes above the high end usually include same-day or after-hours premium.

Frequently asked questions

How quickly can I get a roadworthy in Surfers Paradise?

Most mobile providers in Surfers Paradise can attend within 24–48 hours. Call directly for the next available slot.

Do mobile providers in Surfers Paradise do caravans?

Yes, several listed providers service caravans, camper trailers and motorhomes. Filter by vehicle type to see only specialists. Caravans with LPG appliances may also need a Gas Compliance Certificate.

What does a roadworthy cost in Surfers Paradise?

Expect $90–$150 for a typical car roadworthy in Surfers Paradise. Heavy vehicles, caravans and re-inspections cost more.

How long is a Safety Certificate valid in Queensland?

A Safety Certificate in Queensland is valid 60 days from the date of issue. Time it tightly to your sale or registration deadline.

Can the inspector come to my workplace?

Yes, most mobile inspectors will come to a home, workplace, dealer yard or storage facility in or near Surfers Paradise. Check the provider has space to work and reasonable shelter from rain.

What happens if my car fails in Surfers Paradise?

In Queensland you typically have 14 days to fix the listed defects and present the vehicle for a re-inspection. Re-inspection fees vary by provider.

Do I need to be home for the inspection?

Not always, many providers can inspect a vehicle at a workplace or dealer yard. If you can't be there, leave the keys and rego papers in an agreed spot and stay reachable by phone.

Is a defect notice cleared by a mobile inspector?

Many mobile inspectors clear defect notices once the listed items are fixed. Look for the "Defect clearance" specialty when filtering providers in Surfers Paradise.

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Before the inspector arrives

Tyres

Tread depth

Minimum legal tread is 1.5 mm across the central three-quarters of each tyre. Use a coin or tread gauge, if a 20-cent coin sits more than halfway in the groove, replace.

Pressure

Set to the placard pressure (usually inside the driver door jamb) when cold. Under-inflated tyres fail for sidewall flex and uneven wear; over-inflated fail for centre wear.

Sidewall condition

Check for bulges, cuts, cracks or exposed cords. Any sidewall damage is an automatic fail and a safety risk, replace before the inspection.

Lights

Headlights (low and high beam)

Both low and high beam must work on left and right. Aim should not be wildly off, a hazy, oxidised lens that cuts output also fails.

Tail lights

Both rear tail lights illuminate when the parking or headlights are on. Check for cracked lenses letting white light show rearward.

Brake lights

All three brake lights (left, right, high-mount) must light when the pedal is pressed. Get a helper to confirm, a dead bulb is the most common single fail.

Indicators

Front, side and rear indicators flash amber at the correct rate (60–120 per minute). Hazard switch must flash all four together.

Reverse lights

White reverse lights come on when reverse gear is selected with ignition on. Check both sides where fitted.

Number plate light

The white lamp over the rear plate must illuminate the entire plate at night. A blown bulb here trips a lot of inspections.

Brakes

Pedal feel

Pedal should be firm with no sponginess. It should not sink toward the floor when held under steady pressure with the engine running.

Parking brake

Hold the vehicle on a moderate slope. Lever or foot brake should engage within its rated travel and not release on its own.

Wipers and washers

Wiper blades

Blades clear the windscreen without streaking, juddering or smearing. Torn rubber is a common fail, blades are cheap to replace.

Washer jets

Both washer jets spray cleanly onto the windscreen. Empty bottle, blocked jet or split hose all fail.

Windscreen

Chips and cracks

No cracks longer than 30 mm or any damage in the driver wiper arc. Repair small chips with a windscreen kit before the inspection, replacements take days.

Suspension

Bounce test

Push down hard on each corner and release. The vehicle should rebound and settle within one or two oscillations. Excessive bounce indicates worn dampers.

Exhaust

Leaks and noise

No blowing sound from joints or holes, no excessive smoke, and noise level reasonable for the vehicle type. Black soot around joints is a leak indicator.

Seatbelts

All belts retract and lock

Every fitted belt must extend smoothly, retract under tension, and lock instantly when jerked. Frayed webbing or a sluggish retractor will fail.

Mirrors

Interior and both exterior

All three mirrors fitted, secure, and free of cracks. Power mirrors must adjust on both axes if originally fitted.

Horn

Horn operates

Horn sounds clearly from a single button press. A weak or intermittent horn fails.

Bodywork

Rust

Structural rust, sills, chassis rails, mounting points, suspension towers, is an automatic fail. Surface rust on panels is usually fine.

Sharp edges and panels

No torn metal, hanging trim or sharp protrusions that could injure pedestrians. Loose bumpers or dragging plastic must be secured.

Fluids

Engine oil

Check on level ground with a warm engine. Level between MIN and MAX, no milky contamination, no major leaks evident under the car.

Coolant

Coolant in the overflow bottle between MIN and MAX with the engine cold. No oily film and no obvious leaks at hoses or radiator.

Brake fluid

Reservoir between MIN and MAX. Fluid that is dark brown indicates age, flush before inspection if it is years old.

Number plates

Legible and securely fitted

Both plates fitted in the original mount points, all characters legible, no missing fasteners or cable-tied plates. A faded plate fails.

QLD-specific checks

Safety Certificate: validity timing

In Queensland a Roadworthy is valid for 60 days from issue. Time the inspection close to the sale or registration date so it does not expire before transfer.

Fee expectation

Typical mobile inspection fee for a car in Queensland is $90–$150. Quotes well below the low end usually exclude travel; quotes above the high end usually include same-day or after-hours premium.

Frequently asked questions

How quickly can I get a roadworthy in Surfers Paradise?

Most mobile providers in Surfers Paradise can attend within 24–48 hours. Call directly for the next available slot.

Do mobile providers in Surfers Paradise do caravans?

What does a roadworthy cost in Surfers Paradise?

Expect $90–$150 for a typical car roadworthy in Surfers Paradise. Heavy vehicles, caravans and re-inspections cost more.

How long is a Safety Certificate valid in Queensland?

A Safety Certificate in Queensland is valid 60 days from the date of issue. Time it tightly to your sale or registration deadline.

Can the inspector come to my workplace?

Yes, most mobile inspectors will come to a home, workplace, dealer yard or storage facility in or near Surfers Paradise. Check the provider has space to work and reasonable shelter from rain.

What happens if my car fails in Surfers Paradise?

In Queensland you typically have 14 days to fix the listed defects and present the vehicle for a re-inspection. Re-inspection fees vary by provider.

Do I need to be home for the inspection?

Not always, many providers can inspect a vehicle at a workplace or dealer yard. If you can't be there, leave the keys and rego papers in an agreed spot and stay reachable by phone.

Is a defect notice cleared by a mobile inspector?

Many mobile inspectors clear defect notices once the listed items are fixed. Look for the "Defect clearance" specialty when filtering providers in Surfers Paradise.

Mobile Roadworthy / Safety Certificate Surfers Paradise

What are you getting inspected in Surfers Paradise?

Key facts

Mobile providers in Surfers Paradise

Before the inspector arrives

Frequently asked questions

Nearby suburbs

Bundall

Broadbeach

Broadbeach Waters

Southport

Benowa

Main Beach

Ashmore

Clear Island Waters

Mobile Roadworthy / Safety Certificate Surfers Paradise

What are you getting inspected in Surfers Paradise?

Key facts

Mobile providers in Surfers Paradise

Before the inspector arrives

Frequently asked questions

Nearby suburbs

Bundall

Broadbeach

Broadbeach Waters

Southport

Benowa

Main Beach

Ashmore

Clear Island Waters