Module 17: Vehicle safety and responsibilities
Keeping your vehicle safe
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What you will learn
Carry out simple checks to keep a vehicle roadworthy.
- WoF and registration
- Tyres and lights
- Clear windows and mirrors
WoF and registration
LawVehicles must have a current warrant of fitness () and registration (vehicle licence) displayed.
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View official source (opens in a new tab)Tyres, lights and windows
LawTyres must have a tread depth of at least 1.5 mm across the main tread. Check tyre pressure regularly, make sure all lights work, and keep windows and mirrors clean and clear.
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A few quick questions – no timer, no pressure.
What is the minimum legal tread depth for car tyres?
Summary
- Current and registration.
- Tyres: at least 1.5 mm tread.
- Working lights, clean windows.
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How do you feel about this topic?
- Official sourceView official source: General Road Code (car drivers) (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi