Publications
The following is a list of publications relating to registration. More publications can be found in the A–Z index.
If the publication you are seeking is not listed, contact us for further information.
Buying or selling a used vehicle
If you are buying a used car it's worth considering whether your car's safety and design features are likely to protect you and harm other road users in a crash. The 'Used car safety ratings buyer's guide 2007 for passenger vehicles built 1982-2005' and the 'Buyer's guide to used car safety ratings 2007' guides can help you decide whether that car is right for you.
Conditional registration is a registration scheme for special vehicles that previously were exempt or unable to be registered. Conditional registration gives you the benefit of compulsory third party insurance in the event of a crash.
Queensland Transport has produced codes of practice for approved inspection stations and approved persons to use when inspecting vehicles for a safety certificate or certifying a vehicle modification.
Modifications to light vehicles can be approved in three ways: minor, complex or specific modifications. The Motor vehicle modifications booklet provides legal and safety guidelines for people wishing to modify vehicles with a gross mass up to and including 4.5 tonnes from the manufacturer's original specifications. The guidelines also include motorbikes.
Drivers of cars, utilities and trucks transporting loads that project beyond the outer edge/s of their vehicle or trailer must obey the laws governing the safe moving of these loads. These laws have been developed to protect all road users.
Towing is very different from everyday driving—it requires additional driving skills and safety precautions. As a driver, you have a legal responsibility to drive to suit the conditions. This also applies when you are towing a trailer or caravan. Also, the towing vehicle, trailer and its load must meet all legal and safety requirements.
The special interest vehicle concession
Queensland Transport created the special interest vehicle scheme for registration of vintage cars or street rods that are rarely used. The special interest vehicle guide outlines the conditions and requirements of the scheme.
Queensland Transport is working to reduce the number of stolen and written-off vehicles being fraudulently registered. We have set up three main safeguards to help consumers and businesses protect themselves against purchasing vehicles that have been written-off or stolen.
Last updated 15 January 2008
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