Source: New Zealand Transport Agency
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is seeking feedback on a proposal to reduce the frequency of warrant of fitness (WoF) checks on vintage and veteran vehicles and certificate of fitness checks (CoF) on privately owned heavy motorhomes.
The changes, proposed by the Minister of Transport, would be progressed through an amendment to the Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Standards Compliance 2002.
The proposed changes align with the Government Policy Statement on Land Transport 2024 objectives to reform the vehicle regulatory system. The proposed changes intend to reduce regulatory burden by saving owners of these vehicles time and money.
When compared to other light vehicles, vintage/veteran vehicles and privately owned heavy motorhomes are used less frequently, and evidence suggests that vehicle faults from these vehicles result in fewer serious crashes when compared to newer light vehicles.
Further information on the proposed changes and a form to provide feedback can be found at:
www.nzta.govt.nz/consultations
The last day for providing feedback is 4 April 2025.
All feedback gathered in the consultation process will be considered before the Minister of Transport makes a decision in mid-2025.