Is your car due for registration? Has it been in an accident? Are you buying a used car? As a Repco Authorised Service Centre, we do blue slip, pink slip and eSafety inspections in Port Stephens. We inspect cars, 4WDs, light trucks, motorcycles, caravans, trailers, boats and even specialised vehicles like vintage and race cars.
Driving without a roadworthy certificate is a big no-no in NSW. This certificate proves your vehicle is in good condition and safe for the road. For most light vehicles over 5 years old, a yearly safety inspection (pink slip/eSafety check) is required by law.
If your vehicle is unregistered or has been written off, you’ll need a blue slip to register or re-register it. Without a valid inspection, you could face fines of up to $500 on the spot or even have your vehicle impounded. Regular inspections and blue-slip services with us will help make sure your car is safe and roadworthy, preventing breakdowns and potential accidents.
Need other services? We also offer logbook servicing, brake and clutch repairs, suspension work, exhaust services and more.
Driving an unregistered vehicle in NSW can result in hefty fines, demerit points and even vehicle impoundment. It can also invalidate your insurance and increase your risk of an accident.
We also offer specialised inspections for caravans and trailers, LPG-powered vehicles, taxis, boats and more.
Pink Slips (eSafety checks) are for registration renewals of light vehicles over 5 years old.
Blue Slips, with Green Slips (CTP insurance), are for unregistered vehicles or those with a defect notice. You can drive an unregistered vehicle to the station with booking proof.
Roadworthy Certificates are required for selling or registering a vehicle that's been unregistered for over three months.
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We understand you might have some questions about inspections and Blue Slip Services with us. Here are answers to some common queries:
A Pink Slip is for registered vehicles over 5 years old that need a safety check for registration renewal. A Blue Slip is for unregistered vehicles or those with defects that need a more comprehensive inspection, including identity verification, before they can be registered in NSW.
Yes, you need a Green Slip (CTP insurance) before you can register your vehicle in NSW, regardless of whether you need a Pink Slip or a Blue Slip. It’s a legal requirement for all vehicles.
Yes, you can! You are allowed to drive an unregistered vehicle to the nearest authorised inspection station for a Blue Slip inspection. However, it’s a good idea to have proof of your booking in case you’re pulled over by the police.
If your vehicle fails an inspection, we’ll provide you with a detailed report outlining the issues that need to be addressed. You’ll have a certain amount of time to have the repairs carried out and return for a re-inspection. For Pink Slips, you have 14 days. For Blue Slips, you have 42 days.
Each state and territory has its own regulations for vehicle inspections and registration. If you’ve moved away from NSW, you’ll need to check the requirements for your new location.
Let us know your car’s make, model and your preferred inspection time. Contact us now to get a free quote.
