Roadworthy Certificate

RWC in Southport — Issued On-Site

Masters Garage is an Approved Inspection Station (AIS). Your Roadworthy Certificate is issued here — not subcontracted to a third party.

$99 INC. GST

The Basics

What a Roadworthy Certificate is

A Roadworthy Certificate is a Queensland Government inspection confirming a vehicle meets minimum safety standards for the road. It's required by law before transferring vehicle registration to a new owner in QLD.

As an AIS, Armando is qualified to inspect and issue the certificate directly — no waiting on a third-party inspector, no delay between fail and repair.

The Process

If your car fails

You have a 14-day reinspection window. The reinspection fee is $55 — and it's free if all required repairs are carried out at Masters Garage. Most workshops send you elsewhere to fix a fail point; we do it under the same roof, often the same day.

What We Inspect

  • 1BrakesPads, discs and drums against minimum thickness
  • 2TyresMinimum 1.5mm tread depth across the full width, no cracks or bulges
  • 3Lights & ElectricsAll lights, horn and washers must work
  • 4Steering & SuspensionBall joints, tie rod ends, wheel bearings, shocks
  • 5Windscreen & GlazingNo cracks in the driver's line of sight
  • 6Body & ChassisNo sharp edges, structural damage or fluid leaks
  • 7SeatbeltsAll must lock and release correctly
  • 8Exhaust SystemSecure, and not leaking into the cabin
Masters Garage mechanic performing an RWC inspection

Common Questions

What people ask us

How much does an RWC cost?

An RWC at Masters Garage is $99, GST included. That covers the full inspection and certificate if your vehicle passes.

How do I know I won't be overcharged?

You get an itemised quote before any repair work begins. No work starts without your approval.

What if my car fails?

You have a 14-day reinspection window. The fee is $55 — free if you get the repairs done with us.

Can you do it while I wait?

Most inspections are same-day with a booking. Call ahead so we can confirm a time that suits you.

I don't speak English well — is that a problem?

No. We speak Spanish fluently, and someone on the team can help in Portuguese too. You'll be understood and treated with respect.

Selling, buying or transferring registration?

Book your RWC this week — fast, on-site, and clearly explained from start to finish.