Roadworthy certificates for Caroline Springs drivers
Licensed Vehicle Tester for light vehicles and LPG-fuelled vehicles, about 9 km from the Caroline Springs town centre. P&J Automotive, 24 Harvester Ave, Sunshine North VIC 3020.
Where can Caroline Springs drivers get a roadworthy certificate?
P&J Automotive is a Licensed Vehicle Tester for light vehicles and LPG-fuelled vehicles at 24 Harvester Ave, Sunshine North, about 9 km in a straight line from the Caroline Springs town centre. From Caroline Springs, take the Western Ring Road to the Sunshine Ave/McIntyre Rd exit, or drive east along Ballarat Road through Deer Park and Albion to McIntyre Road.
Getting to the workshop from Caroline Springs
- Via the Western Ring Road (M80): Caroline Springs Boulevard feeds into the Western Highway and Deer Park Bypass in the south, which connect to the Western Ring Road. Take the ring road to the Sunshine Ave/McIntyre Rd exit and head south on McIntyre Road into Sunshine North.
- Via Ballarat Road: Ballarat Road runs east from the Caroline Springs area through Deer Park and Albion. At the McIntyre Road intersection, turn left (north) into Sunshine North.
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Weekends closed.
Directions from Caroline Springs
Worth the drive for your roadworthy
Caroline Springs is a largely car-dependent suburb, and when you sell or re-register a car in Victoria, the roadworthy certificate is usually a step you can’t skip.
Our workshop is about 9 km away via the Western Ring Road or Ballarat Road, and the visit is set up to avoid a second trip:
- One visit if it passes. The inspection is done on site at Harvester Ave, and if the car passes you leave with the certificate.
- Repairs on site if it fails. We’re a full mechanical workshop, so we can quote the failed items, repair them, and re-check the car within Transport Victoria’s 14-day window.
- LPG covered. Our tester licence includes LPG-fuelled vehicles.
Roadworthy certificates at a glance
| Our licence | Licensed Vehicle Tester (Victoria) for light vehicles and LPG-fuelled vehicles |
|---|---|
| When you need one | Selling a registered vehicle, re-registering a vehicle, or clearing some defect notices |
| How long it's current | 30 days from issue, usable more than once for registration or transfer in that time |
| If the car fails | You get a report of the items to fix, and 14 days to fix them and have the car re-checked |
| Cost | Depends on the vehicle's age, type and condition — call 0425 322 477 for a quote |
| Where | 24 Harvester Ave, Sunshine North — Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm |
What the inspection checks
- Wheels and tyres
- Steering, suspension and brakes
- Seats and seatbelts
- Lights and reflectors
- Windscreen, windows, front wipers and washers
- Vehicle structure
- Other safety items on the body, chassis or engine
Source: Transport Victoria — Roadworthy certificate.
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Selling a car in Caroline Springs? Book close to your sale date so the certificate is still current when the buyer transfers the registration.
Services for Caroline Springs drivers
Servicing & inspections
- Roadworthy testingNew New. Licensed Vehicle Tester for light vehicles and LPG — for selling, re-registering or clearing a defect notice.
- Full car service Oil and filter, fluids, brakes, tyres, battery and safety checks, with a clear report on what's due next.
- Logbook service Serviced to your manufacturer's schedule and stamped in your logbook — without the dealer.
- Vehicle inspection Know a car's real mechanical condition before you buy it — beyond what a roadworthy covers.
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine diagnostics Fault codes read, then tested properly — so you pay for the actual fix, not guesses.
- Engine repairs From oil leaks and overheating to major internal faults, with honest repair-or-replace advice.
- Head gasket replacement Coolant loss, white smoke or overheating tested properly, and gaskets replaced to spec.
- Timing belt & chain Belts replaced on schedule; chain rattles diagnosed before they become an engine failure.
- Fuel system repairs Hard starts, hesitation and high fuel use traced to pumps, filters, injectors or sensors.
- Transmission repair Slipping, harsh shifts or clutch trouble diagnosed for automatics and manuals.
Brakes, tyres & steering
- Brake service Pads, discs, fluid and hydraulics checked and repaired so your car stops straight and safely.
- Tyre service Tread and damage checks, rotation and replacement — and the cause of uneven wear found.
- Suspension & steering Clunks, wandering steering and bouncy rides fixed — shocks, joints, bushes and steering parts.
Electrical & emissions
What customers say
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Caroline Springs questions
How far is P&J Automotive from Caroline Springs?
About 9 km in a straight line from the Caroline Springs town centre. Most of the drive is on the Western Ring Road or Ballarat Road.
Do I need a roadworthy to sell my car in Caroline Springs?
In Victoria you'll usually need a current roadworthy certificate when you sell a registered vehicle, re-register a vehicle or clear some defect notices. Some vehicles and transfers are exempt — check the VicRoads roadworthy exemptions page for your situation.
Can you roadworthy an LPG or dual-fuel car?
Yes. Our Licensed Vehicle Tester licence covers LPG-fuelled vehicles as well as light vehicles. Tell us the car runs on LPG when you book, and make sure there's gas in the tank.
Book your car in
Call 0425 322 477 or send a booking request and we'll confirm a time.