Paperwork glossary
A roadworthiness test checks brakes, lights, steering, emissions and more. Depending on the country, it is required at regular intervals or only in certain situations.
Also known as: MOT, vehicle inspection, safety inspection, roadworthy certificate
Required every year once a car is 3 years old (4 years in Northern Ireland). You can check your car’s MOT history and due date online.
How long to keep it: The latest certificate; history is also online.
Official services: gov.ukSome states require periodic safety inspections and many areas require emissions testing; others have none. Check with your state’s DMV.
How long to keep it: The latest inspection report.
Official services: usa.govMost provinces don’t require periodic checks for private cars, but a safety standards certificate is often needed when a used vehicle changes owner.
How long to keep it: The latest inspection certificate.
Official services: canada.caRules vary by state: in New South Wales, cars over 5 years old need a yearly safety check to renew rego; in Victoria, a roadworthy certificate is needed when a car is sold.
How long to keep it: The latest certificate.
Official services: my.gov.auRules change regularly and can depend on your state, province or region: if in doubt, check with the relevant authority.
The Vehicles module works out the next due date and reminds you in time, with the certificate stored in the Vault.
Ecomely keeps your documents in a secure vault and reminds you before every deadline. Free to start.
