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Check any Australian vehicle registration for finance owing, stolen status, write-offs & full vehicle history. Get your complete rego check report in 60 seconds - $34.99

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⚠️ Why You Need a Rego Check

Just checking if a vehicle's registration is current isn't enough. Hidden finance owing, stolen status, or write-off history can cost you $15,400+ in losses.

Our comprehensive rego check includes PPSR finance search, stolen vehicle verification, and complete vehicle history - not just registration status.

What's Included in Your Rego Check

Get a comprehensive vehicle history report, not just basic rego details

REGO CHECK REPORT
Comprehensive Vehicle History
Registration Details:
Rego: ABC123 (NSW)
Status: CURRENT
Expiry: 31/12/2025
Make: TOYOTA HILUX
Year: 2020
PPSR Check Results:
ALL CLEAR
No Finance Owing
Not Stolen
No Write-Offs

How to Check Rego - 3 Simple Steps

Complete vehicle history in under 60 seconds

1

Enter Rego Number

Type in the registration plate number and select the state. Works for any Australian rego.

2

We Search Everything

We check registration status, PPSR database, stolen vehicle records, and write-off history.

3

Get Full Report

Receive your complete rego check report via email in 60 seconds. Download or print it.

Trusted by Australian Car Buyers

Real stories from real customers

"Checked the rego before viewing - found $18k finance owing! Seller had no idea. Saved me from disaster."

JR
James R.
Perth, WA

"Super fast, got the full report in 30 seconds. Registration was current but showed previous write-off."

SK
Sarah K.
Sydney, NSW

"Best $35 I've spent. Showed the rego was expired and car had been reported stolen 2 years ago!"

DM
David M.
Melbourne, VIC

State-by-State Registration Rules: What You Need to Know Before Buying

Australia doesn't have national vehicle registration - each state and territory manages its own system with different rules, costs, and requirements. This creates significant problems when buying interstate vehicles. Here's the complete breakdown:

NSW

New South Wales

🚗 Roadworthy Certificate:

Pink Slip required BEFORE transfer (but seller doesn't need one to sell)

🏥 CTP Insurance:

Must be purchased SEPARATELY before rego. NOT included in registration fee.

💰 Rego Cost (Avg):

$300-400/year + CTP $350-600/year = $650-1,000 total

⚠️ Unique Issues:

Pink Slips only valid 42 days. Expired rego vehicles must pass Blue Slip (stricter).

VIC

Victoria

🚗 Roadworthy Certificate:

RWC (Roadworthy Certificate) REQUIRED by seller before sale. No sale without it.

🏥 CTP Insurance:

INCLUDED in rego price. Called TAC (Transport Accident Commission).

💰 Rego Cost (Avg):

$800-950/year (includes CTP/TAC). Most expensive state.

⚠️ Unique Issues:

VIC plates stay with car (not owner). Unroadworthy penalties: $9,913 fine.

QLD

Queensland

🚗 Roadworthy Certificate:

Safety Certificate REQUIRED by seller before sale. Must be done.

🏥 CTP Insurance:

INCLUDED in rego price automatically.

💰 Rego Cost (Avg):

$700-850/year (includes CTP). Second most expensive.

⚠️ Unique Issues:

Stolen vehicle database publicly accessible. QLD Police update daily.

WA

Western Australia

🚗 Roadworthy Certificate:

Vehicle Examination Certificate (VEC) NOT required for private sales.

🏥 CTP Insurance:

Purchased separately but usually paid with rego renewal.

💰 Rego Cost (Avg):

$350-450/year + CTP $300-500 = $650-950 total

⚠️ Unique Issues:

WA has oldest vehicle fleet (avg 10.6 years). Higher risk of mechanical issues.

SA

South Australia

🚗 Roadworthy Certificate:

Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR) NOT mandatory for private sales.

🏥 CTP Insurance:

Separate purchase required. NOT included in rego.

💰 Rego Cost (Avg):

$500-650/year + CTP $350-550 = $850-1,200 total

⚠️ Unique Issues:

SA highest CTP costs in Australia. Factor this into interstate transfers.

TAS

Tasmania

🚗 Roadworthy Certificate:

Vehicle Inspection Report required for vehicles over 5 years old.

🏥 CTP Insurance:

INCLUDED in rego price (Motor Accidents Insurance Board).

💰 Rego Cost (Avg):

$400-550/year (includes CTP). Cheapest in Australia!

⚠️ Unique Issues:

TAS stolen vehicle data NOT available on PPSR. Limited verification options.

🚨 Interstate Transfer Problems That Cost Buyers $1,000s

Problem 1: "Roadworthy" Means Different Things

Buy car in WA (no roadworthy required). Transfer to VIC (roadworthy mandatory). Fails VIC RWC with $3,200 repairs needed. You're stuck with the cost. Always get pre-purchase inspection regardless of state laws.

Problem 2: CTP Insurance Shock

NSW car with $350 CTP. Transfer to SA = $600 CTP (75% more expensive). Budget for CTP differences when buying interstate. SA buyers pay 40-70% more than other states.

Problem 3: Expired Rego Hidden Costs

Buy NSW car with expired rego. Need Blue Slip (not Pink Slip). Blue Slip inspections are 3x stricter and cost $200+ vs $40 Pink Slip. Factor $500-2,000 extra for expired NSW rego vehicles.

NEVDIS: The Hidden Database That Checks Your Rego

What is NEVDIS?

NEVDIS (National Exchange of Vehicle and Driver Information System) is the behind-the-scenes database that connects all 8 state and territory vehicle registers. Managed by Austroads, it allows information sharing between:

  • Transport NSW (NSW)
  • VicRoads (VIC)
  • Transport & Main Roads (QLD)
  • Transport WA (WA)
  • Service SA (SA)
  • Transport Tasmania (TAS)
  • NT Motor Vehicle Registry (NT)
  • Access Canberra (ACT)

What NEVDIS Contains:

  • Registration status - Current, expired, cancelled
  • Stolen vehicle reports - All 8 jurisdictions
  • Written-off vehicles - Stat & repairable
  • Vehicle make/model/year - Confirmed specs
  • VIN/Chassis number - Verified identity
  • Engine number - Original vs replaced
  • Color changes - Factory vs resprayed
  • Registration plate history - Transfers

⚠️ What NEVDIS Does NOT Show (Critical Gap)

NEVDIS is registration data only. It DOES NOT include:

  • Finance owing - You need PPSR for this (not NEVDIS)
  • Odometer readings - Clocking isn't tracked federally
  • Accident history - Unless vehicle was written off
  • Ownership history - How many previous owners
  • Service records - Maintenance history not recorded

This is why our $34.99 check is comprehensive: We query NEVDIS (rego status, stolen, write-offs) AND PPSR (finance owing) AND service history databases. You get the complete picture, not just one data source.

🚨 Tasmania Data Gap - Critical Warning

TAS stolen vehicle information is currently unavailable from NEVDIS and PPSR. This creates a massive security gap:

• Cars stolen in Tasmania won't show as stolen in national databases

• TAS-registered vehicles have higher fraud risk when sold interstate

• Criminal syndicates exploit this gap by "washing" stolen vehicles through TAS

• Always demand extra proof of ownership for TAS vehicles

Extra checks for TAS vehicles: Verify seller ID matches rego documents. Request original purchase invoice. Check service history at authorized dealers. Get independent VIN etching verification.

Rego Check Questions Answered

What is a rego check in Australia?

A rego check verifies your vehicle's registration status and searches for hidden problems like finance owing, stolen status, or write-off history. Our comprehensive rego check includes full PPSR search, not just basic registration details.

How much does a rego check cost?

Our complete rego check costs $34.99 and includes registration verification, PPSR finance search, stolen vehicle check, write-off history, and full vehicle report. Delivered instantly via email.

Can I check rego for free?

While some states offer basic rego expiry checks for free, they don't include critical information like finance owing or stolen status. Our $34.99 comprehensive check protects you from $15,400+ potential losses.

How long does a rego check take?

Instant! You'll receive your complete rego check report via email within 60 seconds. The report includes registration status, PPSR certificate, and full vehicle history.

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