What is a repairable write-off?
A repairable write-off is a vehicle that has been involved in an accident and VicRoads agrees it can be repaired for use on the roads. The car must be repaired to manufacturer’s standards, pass a roadworthy and a Vehicle Identity Validation (VIV) report before it can be re-registered. A vehicle will be considered a repairable write-off if the salvage value, plus the cost of repair for on-road use, is more than its market value. Even though these vehicles are acknowledged by VicRoads for road use, licensed motor car traders tend to undervalue repairable write-offs for trade-in. (Repairable write-offs are not as desirable as a similar model that has not been in a crash.) Before you buy a used car, call VicRoads on 13 11 71 for a ‘written-off, stolen and finance check’. You will need the vehicle identification number (VIN)/chassis number, the engine number and the registration number. At the time of publication, VicRoads offered this check for free. Further Information: Repairs and Mainte
