Vic govt looks for roadworthy test savings

ROADWORTHY requirements will be changed as the Victorian government seeks to squeeze savings from the system.

People who sell cars less than five years old may not have to present a roadworthy certificate under proposed changes aimed at saving up to $73 million.

VicRoads will examine three possible options for streamlining the roadworthy system.

Treasurer Michael O'Brien said despite different testing regimes state-to-state there was little evidence of significant difference between defect-related crash rates state to state.

"We can better target the test and find savings for all vehicle owners, without impacting on road safety," Mr O'Brien said on Sunday.

Victorians currently pay about $150 for their roadworthy certificate, more than four times their NSW neighbours who pay $35, according to the state government.

In Queensland, a roadworthy certificate costs about $67.

VicRoads will take recommendations on the options for four weeks.

One option would remove the requirement for vehicles less than three years of age to present a roadworthiness certificate on transfer of ownership.

A second option would include the first option and a shorter safety test to reduce cost.

A third option would make the period for which a roadworthy certificate was not required for a transfer of ownership five years.

The proposal would not extend to taxis, hire cars or buses, which would still be required to have annual roadworthy tests, Mr O'Brien said.

"Buyers or sellers of newer cars will still be able to choose to have a broader safety inspection done if they wish," Mr O'Brien said.

VicRoads processes about 730,000 roadworthy certificates annually.

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