SA rego check

It can be difficult to know exactly what you're getting when you buy a used car. You may not know anything about its history or the person selling it to you. So, how do you make sure the one you want is legally roadworthy and isn't likely to get you into any problems after you've purchased it?

By getting a South Australia (SA) rego check before buying a vehicle, you'll have access to the details of a car's registration history so that you know whether it's registered and insured to drive.

What does a South Australia (SA) rego check provide?

A SA rego check will tell you the car's registration number, status and expiry date, as well as details of the Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurer and policy expiry date. A rego check also confirms the make, model and body shape of the vehicle.

Why should I get a SA rego check?

There are several important reasons to get a rego check done before buying a used car in SA:

  • You'll know if the car has valid registration: A rego check will let you know if the vehicle is legally registered to be driven in SA, and when the rego will expire. As driving an unregistered car is illegal in SA, this information will help you avoid being hit with an expensive fine.
  • You won't be putting lives at risk: Driving an unregistered vehicle is illegal for a good reason. If a car hasn't passed its last inspection and had its rego renewed, it could be because it isn't safe to drive. If you drive away in a vehicle that's not roadworthy, you could be endangering your life, the lives of your passengers, and other road users.
  • You'll know if you're covered by CTP insurance: A SA rego check will also give you information about the CTP insurance status and expiry date. Having up-to-date CTP insurance is a legal requirement in all Australian states as a way of covering the driver for any legal liability arising from causing injury or death.

How do I get a SA rego check?

You can check the rego of any car in South Australia for free. The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure offers an online service centre that will prompt you to enter in your number plate to get an instant rego check. You can also download the EzyReg smartphone app on iTunes or the Google Play store, or call the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure on 13 10 84.

What if I want more information that I don't get in a SA rego check?

Even if the free rego check shows that the car you want to buy is registered and insured, there could be other issues with it that won't show up in the rego report. For instance, if the car was stolen, written-off, or has finance owing. These are all things that you need to know before making a purchase. They can cause major legal and financial problems when the liability transfers to you as the new owner.

A car history report will give you this kind of information so that you have that additional security. A REVSCheck report is Australia's most comprehensive car history report. For only $38.95, you'll get:

  • PPSR check;
  • Stolen check;
  • Written-off check;
  • Finance check;
  • Odometer check;
  • Price/odometer comparison;
  • Vehicle valuation;
  • VIN check; and
  • First sale information.

Don't risk having the wool pulled over your eyes - make sure what you're buying is worth your cash. Simply enter the vehicle's licence plate number or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) into the search box on our website and we'll send you your comprehensive car history report in seconds!