When your Warrant of Fitness is due, bring your vehicle to Checkered Flag Automotive on Clark Road in Kamo. Our team carries out WOF inspections for local drivers and can help you understand the result, whether your vehicle passes or needs attention.

A WOF checks whether a vehicle meets the required safety standards at the time of inspection. It covers important parts of the vehicle that affect safety on the road, but it is not the same as a mechanical service. If your car is also due for maintenance, let us know when you book so we can discuss both jobs.

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What Happens During a WOF Inspection?

A WOF inspection checks a range of safety related items. These include the condition and operation of components such as tyres, brakes, lights, seatbelts, steering, suspension, windows and wipers. The inspection also considers the vehicle’s structure and other applicable requirements.

There is no need to diagnose every small concern yourself before booking. If you have noticed something unusual, such as a light that has stopped working, uneven tyre wear or a change in how the brakes feel, mention it to us when you make your appointment.

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If Your Vehicle Needs WOF Repairs

Finding out your vehicle has failed its WOF can be frustrating, particularly when you rely on it every day. We will explain the items that need attention so you know what the inspection found and what the next step is.

Checkered Flag Automotive offers a wide range of mechanical repairs, including work on brakes, tyres, steering and suspension. If repairs are needed, we can discuss the required work with you before it goes ahead. A vehicle must meet the relevant inspection requirements before a WOF can be issued.

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Make the Most of Your Workshop Visit

A WOF and a car service have different purposes. The WOF assesses specified safety requirements, while a service looks after the vehicle’s maintenance needs. A car can pass its WOF and still be due for an oil change or other scheduled servicing.

If both are coming up, ask about booking them together. You can also let us know about any concerns that may not be covered by the WOF inspection, such as difficulty starting, an engine warning light or a change in the way the vehicle drives.

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Your Local WOF Workshop in Kamo

Checkered Flag Automotive is conveniently located for drivers in Kamo, Tikipunga, Whau Valley, Kauri, Kensington and the wider Whangārei area. As a workshop that also carries out servicing and repairs, we can help with more than the inspection itself when your vehicle needs attention.

Ready to book your WOF? Call Checkered Flag Automotive on 09 435 1039 or visit us at 13 Clark Road, Kamo, Whangārei.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a WOF?

A Warrant of Fitness is a regular inspection that checks whether your vehicle meets the required safety standards at the time of the inspection.

When does my vehicle need its next WOF?

Check the expiry date shown on your current WOF label. How often a vehicle needs an inspection depends on factors including its age and registration history. If you are unsure when yours is due, contact the workshop with your vehicle details.

Can I book a WOF before my current one expires?

Yes. You can arrange an inspection before the expiry date. Call us to find a suitable booking time.

What does a WOF inspection check?

It checks specified safety items, which can include tyres, brakes, lights, seatbelts, steering, suspension, glazing, wipers and the vehicle’s structure. The requirements that apply depend on the vehicle.

Is a WOF the same as a car service?

No. A WOF is a safety inspection against set requirements. A car service covers maintenance, such as replacing oil and filters and checking items relevant to your vehicle’s service schedule. You can ask us about booking both.

What happens if my car fails its WOF?

We will tell you which items did not meet the inspection requirements. If repairs are needed, we can discuss the work and the next steps with you. The vehicle needs to meet the applicable requirements before a WOF can be issued.

Can Checkered Flag Automotive carry out WOF repairs?

Yes. Our workshop offers a broad range of mechanical repairs. Once we know what your vehicle needs, we can discuss whether the work can be completed here and provide the relevant details.

Should I mention a problem when I book?

Yes. Tell us if you have noticed worn tyres, a faulty light, brake concerns, a warning light or anything else unusual. It helps us understand what attention your vehicle may need alongside the WOF inspection.

Does passing a WOF mean my car needs no maintenance?

No. A WOF confirms that the vehicle met the specified safety requirements at the time of inspection. It does not replace regular servicing or guarantee that every mechanical component will remain trouble free.

Where can I get a WOF in Kamo?

Checkered Flag Automotive is at 13 Clark Road, Kamo, Whangārei. Call 09 435 1039 to book your WOF.

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