04/11/2026
🚗 CONFUSED ABOUT THE NEW WoF RULES? LET'S CLEAR THINGS UP! 🔧
You may have heard that New Zealand's WoF requirements are changing from 1st November 2026, but what does that actually mean for your vehicle?
There has been a bit of confusion around who gets a two-yearly WoF and who still needs an annual inspection. Here's a simple breakdown. 👇
🚘 THE BIG CHANGES:
✅ New vehicles: Your second WoF will be due at 4 years instead of 3.
✅ Vehicles aged 4–14 years: These will move from annual to two-yearly WoFs, but the change is being phased in:
• First registered on or after 1 November 2019 – eligible from 1 November 2026.
• First registered between 1 November 2013 and 31 October 2019 – eligible from 1 November 2027.
✅ Vehicles aged 14–26 years: No change. Annual WoFs still apply.
✅ Older vehicles (first registered before 1 January 2000): Moving from six-monthly to annual WoFs.
✅ Motorcycles registered before 1 January 2000: Moving from six-monthly to annual WoFs.
⚠️ SO, DOES THIS MEAN YOU CAN FORGET ABOUT YOUR VEHICLE FOR TWO YEARS?
Absolutely not!
A WoF is a safety inspection at a particular point in time. It doesn't guarantee your vehicle will remain safe until your next inspection.
Tyres, brakes, steering, suspension, lights and other safety components still need regular attention.
With longer gaps between inspections, it's even more important to keep an eye on your vehicle's condition throughout the year.
HERE AT AUTO SUPER SHOPPE GREERTON, WE'RE HERE TO HELP!
Whether you're due for a WoF, need new tyres, or simply want peace of mind that your vehicle is safe and roadworthy, our team is happy to help.
📍 149 Maleme Street, Greerton, Tauranga
📞 07 543 3757
Don't wait until your next WoF to check your vehicle's safety!