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Government considers less frequent vehicle warrant of fitness inspections

The PressRNZOtago Daily TimesWednesday 29 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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Transport Minister Chris Bishop has opened public consultation on proposed land transport reforms. The changes could include two-year warrants of fitness for some cars and a four-year initial certificate for new light vehicles to reduce unnecessary costs.

How they headlined it

First reported by The Press, Wed 29 Oct 2025, 4:45pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 4 hours
  1. The PressThe Press via The Post

    Two year WoFs a possibility as Government considers reforms (opens in new tab)

  2. RNZRNZ

    Less frequent WoF inspections for some vehicles under proposed changes (opens in new tab)

  3. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Proposed transport changes to reduce 'unnecessary costs' (opens in new tab)