Christchurch WOF services are available to ensure your car is safe and legal. Whether you need work on mufflers, brakes, shocks or any other vehicle servicing, get your Warrant of Fitness from the right people now.
 AA AUTO CENTRE CHRISTCHURCH
Welcome to AA Auto Centre Christchurch We are a one stop shop to help with your mechanical needs, whether you're after oil changes or cambelt replacement, no job is too big or too small. Our team of Christchurch qualified experienced technicians are able to give you advice on maintaining your vehicle to save you money in the car repairs over the long run. We use quality parts and lubricants and all our work is covered by our 12 month AA Motoring Guarantee.
03 377 8091
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 BUDGET TYRES & ALIGNMENT CHRISTCHURCH
Welcome to Budget Tyres & Alignment Suppliers of: Suppliers of: Wheel Alignment WOF
03 366 8835
budgettyre@vodafone.co.nz
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 PORT HILLS TRUCK CENTRE CHRISTCHURCH
Welcome to Port Hills Truck Centre Vehicle repairs and services in Christchurch and Canterbury. If you can drive it, "we can fix it" We offer a wide range of motor services including car, truck and forklift repairs and maintenance, saving you time and money on fleets or stand alone vehicles. |
 TBS SERVICES
TBS Services Christchurch welcomes you to our website, your one stop service centre where you can find everything for your car needs. We have a friendly team who are dedicated to every job they do. Our team are committed providing you with the best service and expert advice. We hope you can find everything you need. TBS Services is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations. |
 BROMLEY AUTO SERVICES
Bromley Auto Services Christchurch Whether you need a service or WOF on your family car or a complete restoration of your dream Muscle Car, we at Bromley Auto Services Christchurch can take care of you. We have been a family run business for nearly 40 years providing quality service at reasonable prices, ensuring your vehicle is safe to drive. Talk to us about your vehicle you won’t be disappointed in our car repair service. |
 FERRYMEAD AUTOMOTIVE
Welcome to Ferrymead Automotive Christchurch We are committed to providing you with a complete one stop shop for all your vehicle needs in Christchurch. Whether it’s vehicle servicing, WOF’s, new tyres or collision repairs, we have the equipment and the team to do the job right and we are committed to providing you with complete satisfaction and quality services. |
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Welcome to AA Auto Centre Christchurch
We are a one stop shop to help with your mechanical needs, whether you're after oil changes or cambelt replacement, no job is too big or too small.
Our team of Christchurch qualified experienced technicians are able to give you advice on maintaining your vehicle to save you money in the car repairs over the long run.
We use quality parts and lubricants and all our work is covered by our 12 month AA Motoring Guarantee.
Bromley Auto Services Christchurch
Whether you need a service or WOF on your family car or a complete restoration of your dream Muscle Car, we at Bromley Auto Services Christchurch can take care of you.
We have been a family run business for nearly 40 years providing quality service at reasonable prices, ensuring your vehicle is safe to drive.
Talk to us about your vehicle you won’t be disappointed in our car repair service.
Welcome to Budget Tyres & Alignment
Suppliers of:
Blacklion, Jinyu, Maxxis, Hi Fly, Kumho, Achilles, Car, Light truck, ATV, Trailer and Wheel barrow tyres
Fitting, Balancing, Puncture Repairs
Suppliers of:
SSA MAG WHEELS
Wheel Alignment
A Wheel Alignment is one of the key maintenance factors in getting the most wear and performance from your tyres
WOF
Vehicle Servicing
Light Mechanical Repairs
Welcome to Ferrymead Automotive Christchurch
We are committed to providing you with a complete one stop shop for all your vehicle needs in Christchurch.
Whether it’s vehicle servicing, WOF’s, new tyres or collision repairs, we have the equipment and the team to do the job right and we are committed to providing you with complete satisfaction and quality services.
We looking forward to seeing you in the near future.
Welcome to Port Hills Truck Centre
Vehicle repairs and services in Christchurch and Canterbury. If you can drive it, "we can fix it"
We offer a wide range of motor services including car, truck and forklift repairs and maintenance, saving you time and money on fleets or stand alone vehicles.
TBS Services Christchurch welcomes you to our website, your one stop service centre where you can find everything for your car needs. We have a friendly team who are dedicated to every job they do. Our team are committed providing you with the best service and expert advice.
We hope you can find everything you need. TBS Services is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations.
Warrant of fitness
In New Zealand your vehicle must have a Warrant of Fitness (also known as a WOF) as well as an up to date registration to be legal.
A warrant of fitness (WoF) is a regular check to ensure that your vehicle meets required safety standards.
Christchurch automotive services and Warrant of Fitness providers are experts in their field and can inspect your vehicle to ensure it's road worthiness.
Should your vehicle fail it's Warrant of Fitness inspection Christchurch has the automotive service providers to get your vehicle in Warrant of Fitness condition. Whether you need work on mufflers, brakes, shocks or any other vehicle servicing get your Warrant of Fitness - WOF from the right people now. You can find all the Christchurch Warrant of Fitness, Automotive Repair and other specialists to get you on the road using Christchurchnz.info.
It’s your job to keep your vehicle up to WoF condition at all times. For example, while tyres on your vehicle may pass on the day of your warrant inspection, you’ll need to replace them as soon as the tread gets to the minimum depth. If you wait until the next inspection before replacing them, you increase your risk of having a crash or receiving a fine.
Vehicles first registered anywhere in the world on or after 1 January 2000 will need annual WoF inspections for their lifetime.
For new vehicles, after an initial inspection, another WoF inspection won't be required until the 3rd anniversary of their first registration.
The length of time a WoF is issued for is calculated based on the vehicle’s date of first registration in New Zealand or overseas, and are described in more detail in the table below.
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Length of WoF for light motor vehicles |
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When was the vehicle first registered anywhere in the world? |
How long the WoF is issued for |
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New vehicle that’s never been registered |
WoF is issued for three years |
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Less than two years ago |
WoF is issued to the vehicles third ‘birthday’ (third anniversary of when it was first registered) |
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More than two years ago, but less than three years ago |
WoF is issued for 12 months |
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On or after 1 January 2000 |
WoF is issued for 12 months |
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Before 1 January 2000 |
WoF is issued for 6 months |
If it doesn't meet WoF requirements.
If it doesn't display a valid WoF label.
You can drive your vehicle on the road in Christchurch or New Zealand under these circumstances only when taking it somewhere for repair or to get a new WoF providing it’s safe to do so.
The WoF inspection is a general safety check. The aspects checked are set out in our Vehicle inspection requirements manual(external link) (VIRM) and include:
tyre condition (including tread depth)
brake operation
structural condition (rust is not allowed in certain areas)
glazing (is your windscreen safe?)
windscreen washers and wipers
doors (do they open and close safely?)
safety belts (must not be damaged or overly faded; buckles must work properly)
airbags (if fitted)
speedometer (must be working)
steering and suspension (must be safe and secure)
exhaust (there must be no leaks and the exhaust must not be smoky or louder than the original exhaust system)
fuel system (there must be no leaks).
If you’ve modified your car, motorcycle, van or other light vehicle you may need a low volume vehicle certificate.
A WoF is not a pre-purchase inspection. It doesn’t include many areas of a vehicle's condition. For example it doesn't check:
engine, clutch, gearbox and differential condition
lubricant levels and condition
brake pad thickness or life expectancy, unless they are visibly below safe limits
paint work condition and some rust in non-structural areas.
If your vehicle passes its WoF inspection, the inspector will apply the WOF label on the inside of your front windscreen, on the driver’s side. You need to get your next warrant before the expiry date on the label.
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.
Find out more about what you can do if your vehicle fails because:
of a smoky exhaust
you've modified it
of damaged safety belts.
