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New Zealand's MTA warns extended WoF inspections could raise costs and safety risks, urging evidence-based reform before Dec. 14, 2025.
New Zealand’s Motor Trade Association warns that proposed changes to the Warrant of Fitness system could increase long-term costs and safety risks, despite government claims of savings.
The MTA argues extending inspection intervals may lead to higher maintenance, insurance, and ACC costs, along with more crashes due to undetected vehicle defects.
With over half a million vehicles currently operating without valid WoF certification and a 41% failure rate, the industry stresses weak enforcement and calls for a slower, evidence-based review involving stakeholders.
The MTA supports using mileage and the existing Road User Charge system to guide future checks and urges collaboration on reforms, as the public consultation closes December 14, 2025.
El MTA de Nueva Zelanda advierte que las inspecciones extendidas de WoF podrían aumentar los costos y los riesgos de seguridad, instando a una reforma basada en evidencia antes del 14 de diciembre de 2025.