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Automotive repairs and maintenance, including but not limited to: WOF, Vehicle Servicing, Welding, punctures and new tyres, wheel alignments

Burwood Road Motors is a family owned and operated Automotive Workshop in eastern Christchurch priding itself on top quality workmanship

01/11/2026

Short week next week ⏳

Yup, you guessed it -
We are closed Friday the 13th November for Canterbury Anniversary Day, making next week just 4 working days long.

WOF and Service reminders for the remainder of 2026 are out now. Be sure to secure your booking at a date and time that suits you best.

🎄We will be closed for the Christmas New Year period from 5pm on Tuesday the 22nd December 2026 until 8am Wednesday the 6th of January 2027.

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21/10/2026

The end of 2026 approaching fast!

We confirm we will be closing the workshop for Christmas from 5pm on Tuesday the 22nd of December.

All WOF and Service reminders for the period we are closed will be sent soon. When you receive it, don't put off making that booking, if history is anything to go by our diary will fill fast.

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19/10/2026

Did you know to pass your WOF you must have a minimum of 1.5mm of tread depth within all principal grooves containing molded tread-depth indicators (TWI) around the entire circumference on the day of inspection.

This means if we note your tyres as getting low on tread but pass the WOF you need to keep an eye on them - they will NOT last until the next WOF!

While 1.5 mm is the legal minimum, the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi and motoring groups like the AA Tyre Safety Guide recommend replacing your tyres when they reach 3 mm to maintain proper wet-weather grip.

https://www.nzta.govt.nz/assets/Vehicles/images/tyre-tread-depth-vs-speed__ResizedImageWzYwMCw3MTBd.jpg

Do you know how to check your tread depth?

13/10/2026

🔺 Long weekend ahead!

We will be CLOSED Monday the 26th of October for Labour day.

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08/10/2026

Vehicle failed its WOF?

Common questions answered below:-

❓ Can we still drive it?

A failed WOF limits driving to bringing the vehicle into compliance, provided it is safe to drive.
NZTA advise a vehicle that failed its WOF may only be driven for purposes of repair or obtaining a new WOF.
You may also find yourself uninsured – check your insurance policy wording.

❓ Do we have to pay again for a WOF?

If a vehicle fails a WOF inspection, no fee is payable for a subsequent inspection (recheck) done within 28 days of the failed inspection, at the same inspecting organisation.
After 28 days a new WOF inspection is required and fee payable.

Make sure you BOOK IN your recheck before the 28th day!

Useful links:
https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/warrants-and-certificates/warrant-of-fitness/
https://vehicleinspection.nzta.govt.nz/virms/in-service-wof-and-cof/introduction/inspection-and-certification-process/operating-a-vehicle-without-a-current-wof-or-cof
https://vehicleinspection.nzta.govt.nz/virms/in-service-wof-and-cof/introduction/inspection-and-certification-process/rechecks

27/09/2026

For those who have been asking about the November changes, here is a guide to keep you in the loop.

20/09/2026

4 new road rules will become law on 1 October 2026. Here's what they are:

The aim of the new rules is to make people’s travel safer and better reflect how people already use the roads. From 1 October:

• Children 12-years-old and under can ride bikes on footpaths and parents or caregivers can ride with them.
• People can ride e-scooters in cycle lanes.
• Drivers must leave a minimum gap of 1.5 metres when passing other types of road users.
• People must give way to buses leaving bus stops in areas with speed limits of 60km/h or less.

Earlier this year we asked for your feedback on these changes. We passed your feedback onto the Minister of Transport – there was broad support for the changes the Government proposed, and the Minister decided on the above.

We’ll keep you updated here – follow us if you aren’t already to get updates. There's also more information on our website: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/changes-to-lane-use

14/09/2026

Weather is warming up and with it, it seems people are opening up their sheds!

We are seeing an increase in trailer and caravan WOF bookings as you prepare for the season of long weekends. This means the early morning WOF's while you wait are in demand. So, if you want the same, get booking in ahead of time.

We are also seeing many of the classic and vintage cars getting ready to be back out on the roads after a winter tucked away. Remember to check those event calendars and book ahead to save the stress.

31/08/2026

SPRING!

The season of pollen covered windscreens.

This is your reminder to fill your washer fluid or book in that overdue service so it is done for you.

26/08/2026

03 3831836 is our telephone number.

🛑🛑🛑Warning🛑🛑🛑

If you google our telephone number and get a number starting with 960 - you have the wrong one!

We run a great system with records and reminders for both ours and your convenience, so we will always ask for and check client and vehicle details when making bookings.

If this isn't happening, it could be a good time to check the number you called.

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Address

247 Burwood Road
Christchurch
8083

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.burwoodroadmotors.co.nz/

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