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Midas NZ urges car checks as WoF period extends
Midas NZ chief warns drivers to check cars before longer Warrant of Fitness checks begin next month.
In brief
Midas NZ chief warns drivers to check cars before longer Warrant of Fitness checks begin next month. Midas NZ says drivers must check cars for safety issues as New Zealand extends Warrant of Fitness checks to two years for vehicles up to 14 years old. Originally reported by RNZ.
Warrant of fitness changes
New cars will not need second WOF for four years starting next month.
Extended checks for older vehicles
Vehicles aged 4-14 years move from annual to two-yearly WOF checks.
Older cars face annual checks
Cars from 2000 to 2013 remain on annual WOF checks.
Safety concerns raised
Industry experts warn of increased unsafe vehicles on roads with longer intervals.
Jason Wilson's warning
Midas NZ chief says drivers need to check tires, lights and rust before next WOF.
Cost of living impact
People are delaying car checks due to financial pressures and cost of living crisis.
Mechanic advice
Check under car for oil leaks and tires for safety before next WOF check.
The takeaway
Midas NZ says drivers must check cars for safety issues as New Zealand extends Warrant of Fitness checks to two years for vehicles up to 14 years old.
