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What Does WOVI Passed Mean in Queensland?
WOVI stands for Written-off Vehicle Inspection. WOVI passed means a repairable write-off has passed Queensland’s inspection of the vehicle’s identity and the parts used in its repairs. A safety certificate is a separate check, and the written-off history stays on the vehicle record.
What the two inspections do
- A safety certificate inspection checks minimum vehicle safety standards.
- A WOVI checks the identity of the vehicle and the parts used in repairs, helping reduce stolen-part use and vehicle rebirthing.
- A repairable write-off generally needs both before it can be re-registered in Queensland.
What passing WOVI does not mean
Passing WOVI does not certify that every repair is perfect, does not make the vehicle equivalent to one with no write-off history, and does not remove the record. Queensland states that the vehicle remains on the written-off vehicle register and this may affect resale value.
Repairable versus statutory write-off
- A repairable write-off may be eligible for re-registration after required inspections.
- A statutory write-off cannot be re-registered in Australia.
- Some parts from statutory write-offs are restricted, including VIN-recording components and certain damaged, contaminated or recalled airbags.
Checks for a buyer
- Obtain a PPSR report
- Ask for repair and inspection records
- Arrange an independent mechanical and body inspection
- Confirm insurance before purchase
- Consider future resale value
Official Queensland information
Requirements can change. Confirm the current rules on the Queensland Government written-off vehicles and inspection pages before relying on this guide.
How the Queensland scheme works · Queensland inspection information
Buying a WOVI-passed car in Capalaba or Brisbane?
Compare each car’s price, kilometres, condition and documents. Ask us about its previous written-off history, WOVI evidence, RWC inclusions and current registration status before arranging a visit.
Read the full WOVI buyer guide: inspections, PPSR and questions to ask
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