MR925 Written-Off Vehicles What You Need To Know

Written-Off Vehicles: What You Need to Know

Vehicle Inspection Fact Sheet

MR925 01/19

This fact sheet provides important information that must be considered before repairing a motor vehicle that has been assessed and recorded as a written-off vehicle.

Note: This fact sheet should be read in conjunction with MR1547 `Written-Off Vehicles: Repair Diary'

Re-registering a Written-Off Vehicle

Since 1 November 2004 all repaired written-off vehicles have been required to pass a Tier 3 written-off vehicle inspection and roadworthy inspection prior to being granted registration.

It is important for a potential buyer of a damaged vehicle to understand the risks associated with buying a damaged vehicle. The scope of repairs may expand quickly beyond the intended budget to repair the vehicle, and many unknown factors may come to light during the repair or inspection process

What is a write-off?

Statutory Write-Off

A written-off vehicle is declared a statutory write-off if it has severe damage that prevents it from being driven safely on a road.

A vehicle recorded as a statutory write-off cannot be re registered. A statutory written off vehicle is only suitable as a source of limited spare parts.

Repairable Write-Off

A written-off vehicle is declared a repairable write-off if it is deemed not to be a statutory write-off.

DPTI requires that the damage which caused the vehicle to be entered on the WOVR as a repairable write-off, must be repaired, restored or replaced.

Accordingly, cosmetically damaged vehicles (for example a motorcycle with a scratched fairing or a vehicle with paint damage) must be repaired, restored or replaced in order to pass the Tier 3 written-off vehicle inspection.

Any previous damage not recorded on the WOVR must also be repaired to manufactures' standards. Written-off vehicles cannot be modified or upgraded from manufacturer's build specifications during the repair processes.

Written-Off Vehicle Register (WOVR)

In South Australia, light vehicles (including motorcycles) up to fifteen years of age that are assessed as `repairable' or `statutory write-off' are required to be recorded on the Written-Off Vehicles Register (WOVR). The Registrar of Motor Vehicles must be notified of the following type of written-off vehicles:

? A motor vehicle with a GVM not greater than 4.5 tonnes ? A motor bike ? A caravan ? A trailer with a GVM greater than 4.5 tonnes Written-off vehicle categories include:

? Dismantled ? Fire / hail / water damage ? Impact damage ? Major vandalism / malicious damage

Inspections

All repaired written-off vehicles are required to undertake a Tier 3 written-off vehicle inspection and roadworthy inspection.

A Tier 3 written-off vehicle inspection will determine whether the vehicle is stolen, re-birthed or repaired using parts from a suspect / stolen vehicle.

A roadworthy inspection will determine if the vehicle meets relevant standards for registration in South Australia.

A roadworthy inspection can only be booked after successfully passing a Tier 3 Identity Inspection.

A repair diary is required for all repaired written off vehicles presented for inspection. All the documentation provided for the Tier 3 inspection will be required when presenting the vehicle for a roadworthy inspection.

Note: For detailed information please obtain MR1547 `Written-Off Vehicles: Repair Diary''

Further information Call (08) 8400 8764 Visit .au Email dpti.wovr@.au

Frequently asked questions

What is a `Repair Diary'?

A crash repair diary is a detailed record explaining what repairs were needed on the damaged vehicle, what repair techniques were referenced and how they were applied during the repair. It also contains progress photographs and other material to provide evidence of the nature, extent and activities of the vehicle repair.

The diary should chronologically follow the vehicle from purchase, through all repair stages, and end at the point of presentation for inspection.

Note: For detailed information please obtain MR1547 `Written-Off Vehicles: Repair Diary'

Can I use the doors, boot lids and bonnets from statutory written-off vehicles?

Depending on the condition it is possible to use these components. Photographs of the item/s to show that no damage is evident prior to removal and the damaged vehicles VIN and WOV serial number would assist in the decision.

Note: For detailed information please obtain MR1547 `Written-Off Vehicles: Repair Diary'

Can I use the airbags from water damaged statutory written-off?

No, as the electronics may have been compromised.

Can I register a Repaired statutory written-off?

No.

Can I use the electronics from statutory writtenoff?

No.

Can I use the interior from a water damaged statutory written-off?

Plastic interior components would be acceptable under normal circumstances. If there is any doubt do not hesitate to contact a Senior Vehicle Identity Inspector with the damaged vehicles VIN and written-off vehicle serial number.

Can I use front/rear cuts from statutory written-off vehicles?

It is possible to use these components if the statutory written-off vehicle is a result of impact damage and subject to the condition of the components. If the vehicle is a statutory written-off vehicle due to fire damage or water damage components may not be acceptable. If there is any doubt do not hesitate to contact a Tier 3

Photographs of the item/s to show that no damage is evident prior to removal and the damaged vehicles VIN and written-off vehicle serial number would assist in the decision.

Can I change the odometer/speedometer?

Yes, but you must gain the approval from the Office of Consumer and Business Services. You will be required to submit a `Request to alter or replace an odometer' which can be obtained on the internet: .

Can I use Second-Hand Air Bags and SRS Componentry?

Depending on the condition it is possible to use these components.

Note: For detailed information please obtain MR1547 `Written-Off Vehicles: Repair Diary'

Can I use Second-Hand Seat Belts and PreTensioners?

No, second-hand seat belts and pre-tensioners are not acceptable replacements and therefore cannot be used to replace damaged components.

Can I purchase a repaired written-off vehicle?

Yes, but you have to be very careful about it. The vehicle may not be damaged, but could still be recorded on the WOVR as having been written-off.

You are still required to obtain the original documentation and tax invoices from the previous owner and provide a statutory declaration to this effect.

The seller should offer all required tax invoices detailing its repaired states

Vehicle Identity Assessment Station

Marine & Vehicle Operations

Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure

7 Naweena Rd, Regency Park

GPO Box 1533 Adelaide SA 5001

Facsimile No.

(08) 8400 8757

Senior Tier 3 Assessors can be contacted on:

Telephone No.

(08) 8400 8764

Enquires can be made between 8:00am and 4:15pm Monday to Friday.

This publication represents the views of the authors and not necessarily those of the Minister for Transport, Energy, Infrastructure, Administrative Services and Government Enterprises, and Road Safety or the Department of Transport and Infrastructure. No responsibility is accepted by the Minister for any errors or omissions contained within this publication. The information contained within the publication is for general information only. Readers should always seek independent, professional advice where appropriate, and no liability will be accepted for any loss or damage arising from reliance upon any information in this publication.

Further information Call (08) 8400 8764 Visit .au E mail dpti.wovr@.au

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