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Vehicle inspections in Australia

For the safety of drivers and riders, Uber requires regular vehicle safety checks. You'll need to pass a vehicle inspection before you can start driving using the Uber app in Victoria. It's a good idea to check your car meets your city's requirements before having it inspected.

Book an inspection

All driver-partners need to pass a vehicle inspection before taking their first trip with Uber. As part of our ongoing commitment to safety and quality, we've partnered with several third-party vehicle inspection services, including Redbook that can provide you with vehicle safety checks. You will need to have your vehicle inspected every 12 months (depends on your city).

Book an inspection with Redbook

Common issues to look out for

  • Ensure each tyre has a sufficient tread depth of at least 1.5mm. To save time, we recommend you check your tyres prior to getting an inspection.

    Also ensure that:

    All four tyres are in roadworthy condition. Spare tyre must be secure and inflated, if present. If no spare tyre is present, a Run flat tyre kit must be in the vehicle.

    Self-check tips

  • Ensure all lights are working, including headlights, parking lights, signal indicator lights and brake lights.

    Hybrid/LPG/Electric Vehicles must have an identifying sticker affixed to the number plate.

  • The interior of the vehicle is also part of the inspection.

    • All components must be relatively clean and free from stain.
    • Interior must be clean and vacuumed.
    • All seat belts and buckles must retract and operative.
    • No tape or missing components on seat belt buckles or catches.

  • In the engine compartment, keep these in check:

    • Battery must be secure
    • No major oil leaks
    • All mounting points must be within roadworthy laws

  • Ensure the body of your car is in good condition by knowing:

    • Anything bigger than a credit card-sized damage needs to be repaired.
    • Hail damage is an instant fail.
    • Different colour panels will be marked a fail.
    • Scratches or scuff marks bigger than a credit card is considered a fail in the inspection.
    • Documentation must be provided for previous major panel repairs.

Please note: Passing the vehicle inspection does not guarantee access to the Uber driver app.