NZ Learner Licence Theory Test Vehicle Safety and Maintenance

Question 1

What is a Warrant of Fitness (WoF) in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

A periodic safety inspection certificate confirming a vehicle meets minimum safety standards for road use

Answer

A Warrant of Fitness (WoF) is a periodic safety inspection required for all light vehicles in NZ. It confirms the vehicle meets minimum safety standards covering tyres, brakes, lights, steering, structure, and other safety items.

Question 2

How often is a WoF required for a vehicle first registered in NZ on or after 1 January 2000?

Accepted Answer

Annually (every 12 months) until the vehicle is 12 years old, then every 6 months

Answer

For vehicles first registered on or after 1 January 2000, a WoF is required every 12 months for the first 12 years. After the vehicle reaches 12 years of age, the WoF becomes required every 6 months.

Question 3

What is the minimum legal tyre tread depth in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

1.5 mm across the full width of the tread that normally contacts the road

Answer

The minimum legal tyre tread depth in NZ is 1.5 mm across the full width of the tread pattern that normally contacts the road. Tyres below this limit are unsafe and will fail a WoF inspection.

Question 4

In NZ, what lights must be working on your vehicle for it to be legal to drive at night?

Accepted Answer

Headlights (dipped and full), tail lights, brake lights, number plate light, and indicators

Answer

For legal night driving in NZ, your vehicle must have working headlights (both dipped and full beam), tail lights, brake lights, a number plate light, and indicators. All must be checked regularly.

Question 5

What should you check about your vehicle before a long journey in NZ?

Accepted Answer

Tyre pressure and condition, oil level, coolant level, lights, windscreen wipers and washer fluid, and fuel

Answer

Before a long journey in NZ, you should check: tyre pressure and condition (including the spare), engine oil level, coolant level, all lights, windscreen wipers and washer fluid, brake function, and fuel level.

NZ Learner Licence Practice Test

NZ Learner Licence Practice Test

NZ Learner Licence Theory Test Vehicle Safety and Maintenance