Brake service, repair and testing in Ringwood

When it comes to brakes, you should never delay having them checked until brake repairs become unavoidable.

Regular check ups such as our vehicle report, which is carried out with every full car service attended to by Geoff Perry Motors, are essential for ensuring your car's brake system is ready to stop safely. Our qualified mechanics will be able to warn you when they feel that repairs or servicing of a car's brakes are required to avoid it translating to a more serious problem.

Brake services we undertake at Geoff Perry Motors include:

Brake Disc/Rotor And Drum Resurfacing or Machining

If you come across any indications that your brake system could possibly be in need of some immediate attention make an online booking to get the vehicle's brakes checked from our Ringwood service centre today.

Book a Brake Service in Ringwood VIC with Geoff Perry Motors for immediately superior braking performance insist on next generation Repco RCT pads and a nationwide warranty …

Brake Service, Repair and Testing available in Ringwood

Due to their unique construction and intricate engineering, European cars demand a particular set of technical abilities for repair and upkeep to reach their desired level of excellence. Euro and Luxury models also contain sophisticated technology which must be approached with precision and skill.

As Repco Auto-Tech training program members - Australia's leading provider of automotive technical training and information, you can trust that Geoff Perry Motors are fully conversant with all modern vehicle servicing techniques. Through the Auto-Tech encyclopaedia and Smart-Quote programs Geoff Perry Motors have complete access to the entire service schedules for all Luxury makes and models.

Our fully qualified technicians know exactly how to provide care for all European and Luxury Vehicles, from using European car specific software for diagnosis through to choosing the right quality parts for your vehicle. We are your Dealer Alternative when it comes to Log Book Servicing which will maintain your statutory New Car Warranty.

We are your Dealer Alternative when it comes to Log Book Servicing which will maintain your statutory New Car Warranty.

Our Ringwood service center specialises in the repair, servicing and diagnostics of European and luxury automobiles, such as Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Citroen, Ferrari, Fiat, Land Rover, Mercedes Benz, Mini Cooper, Peugeot, Lexus, Porsche, and Volvo, among many others.

If you're looking for an Audi service, an experienced BMW mechanic or someone to help protect your Luxury investment with qualified European car expertise contact us or book a service today.

Geoff Perry Motors provide repairs, service and diagnostics on all European and Luxury vehicles including Alfa Romeo - Audi - BMW - Citroen - Ferrari - Fiat - Land Rover - Mercedes Benz - Mini Cooper - Peugeot - Lexus - Porsche - Volvo and many more right here in our Ringwood service centre…

Expert European and Luxury Car Servicing in Ringwood

Should European vehicles be serviced by a specialist?

A vehicle must undergo inspection and be deemed free of any alterations, deterioration or wear which may render it unsafe for normal use on the roads. It must be confirmed the car meets the standards set out under Regulation 220, prior to the vehicle being issued any certificate of roadworthiness.

Before a certificate of roadworthiness (RWC) can be issued for a vehicle, the vehicle must be inspected by a licensed vehicle tester and found to be free of wear and deterioration or alterations that would make it unsafe for normal use on the road.

Why do I need a Certificate of Roadworthiness?

Vehicle owners are responsible for maintaining their vehicle in a safe and roadworthy condition at all times but wear and tear can cause the condition of a car to deteriorate over time and modifications or alterations can impact a vehicles safety. Testing of roadworthiness helps to lessen potential hazards to protect all road users. An RWC also protects prospective purchasers of used vehicles from buying a vehicle which could possibly be in a hazardous condition.

How much should a Certificate of Roadworthiness cost?

A Certificate of Roadworthiness can be tricky to price. The age of the vehicle and the overall condition at the time of inspection will have an impact on the overall cost, as will the type of vehicle undergoing the roadworthy inspection. Because of this the actual cost of an RWC will vary, sometimes quite significantly. Geoff Perry Motors will be happy to provide a quote for the cost of the Certificate of Roadworthiness inspection before any work begins.

How long will a certificate of roadworthiness remain current?

For the purposes of a transaction, such as the sale of a vehicle, a Certificate of Roadworthiness will be considered as current for a period of 30 days from the date of issue.

Who can issue a certificate of roadworthiness?

A Certificate of Roadworthiness can only be issued by a Licensed Vehicle Tester operating from a nominated facility, usually a workshop or garage. As a Licensed Vehicle Testing station Geoff Perry Motors in Ringwood are able to issue Certificates of Roadworthiness.

Neither the workshop conducting the roadworthy inspection, nor the Licensed Vehicle Tester performing the actual examination of the vehicle are responsible for setting the standards a vehicle must meet to be issued a Certificate of Roadworthiness. These standards are clearly defined by VicRoads, the licensed vehicle tester merely confirms whether the vehicle meets the standards as specified.

The ADRs (Australian Design Rules) are a set of minimum standards for the construction of vehicles and trailers. A Roadworthy Inspection may not cover all of these standards as in most cases, compliance with them cannot be assessed by inspection alone.

Before a certificate of roadworthiness (RWC) can be issued for a vehicle, the vehicle must be inspected by a licensed vehicle tester and found to be free of wear and deterioration or alterations that would make it unsafe for normal use on the road. Geoff Perry Motors are Licensed Vehicle Testers providing Certificates of Roadworthiness for Light Vehicles...

Get a Roadworthy Inspection in Ringwood

How do I get a Certificate of Roadworthiness? 

Do you need a Certificate of Roadworthiness in Ringwood?

In Victoria a RWC or Certificate of Roadworthiness, is needed before a vehicle can be sold or when it needs to be re-registered. A Licensed Vehicle Tester must check that your vehicle meets the standards set out under Regulation 220 by the Roads Corporation, or VicRoads, prior to a Certificate of Roadworthiness being issued.

Occasionally a Certificate of Roadworthiness is also needed before you can have a defect notice removed from a vehicle or it may be required as part of a required inspection for vehicles such as taxis and buses (which must undergo regular, periodic mandatory Inspections).

What does certificate of roadworthiness cover?

A roadworthy inspection is not a pre-purchase inspection and does not take into account the overall condition or mechanical reliability of the vehicle. Where a pre purchase inspection giving comprehensive details of the general condition or value of the vehicle is desired, you should consider arranging for a separate independent pre-purchase inspection.

It is also important to note that a Certificate of Roadworthiness does not constitute a complete assessment of a vehicle's compliance with the Standards for Registration. These standards are generally governed by the Australian Design Rules (ADRs) and are often beyond the scope of a Roadworthy Inspection.

Geoff Perry Motors in Ringwood are Licensed Vehicle Testers and are able to to issue Certificates of Roadworthiness. Bring your car in to our well equipped workshop or Book a Roadworthy Inspection Online...

RWC VicRoads Licensed Vehicle Testers in Ringwood

RWC - Roadworthy Certificates & Roadworthiness in Victoria

If you want to be able to pass a Roadworthy Examination it helps to understand what the mechanic conducting the vehicle inspection will be considering when deciding if the car is roadworthy or not. The following checklist may help you to make sure your vehicle will be able to successfully pass a Roadworthy Inspection.

The following checklist may help you to make sure your vehicle will be able to successfully pass a Roadworthy Inspection.

Brakes and warning systems are an essential safety feature of all vehicles and must be in good working order to pass a roadworthy examination

All components must function correctly, be mounted securely and correctly located 

All brake components must be free from visible wear, distortion or damage 

Vehicle parking and emergency brakes must be functioning correctly 

Park brakes must be capable of keeping the vehicle stationary on any grade of hill 

Brake lights (warning signs) must be fitted correctly and functioning 

Brake linings must not be worn down to the wear indicators

To pass a Roadworthy Inspection a vehicle must have;

An absence of any condition able to cause structural failure or affect safe operation 

A sound floor, free of obstructions or any condition which could hamper safe operation 

Functioning mechanisms , inc doors, boots, Ute lids, bonnets, hatches & tailgates 

Bumper bars which eliminate sharp corners or protrusions must be securely fitted 

Towbars (when present) should be in good condition and correctly fitted 

Vehicles with a tray type body require suitable mudflaps for the vehicle type

To pass a Certificate of Roadworthiness examination, a car should be generally in a good condition.

All accessories should function correctly without impeding performance and must be suitable for the intended task.

Steering wheels should be suitable to the vehicle and any covers must be secure

Pedals & steering wheel/control knobs in working order (not hampering performance)

A suitable rear view mirror must give a clear view to the rear of the vehicle

An effective horn/warning device able to sustain a steady and constant pitch   

Vehicles built after 1 July 1988 need a functioning speedometer displaying speed in km/h  

Suitable Fuel caps must be in use, be adequately secure and seal correctly

(Plastic emergency or temporary fuel caps are not acceptable and will not pass inspection)

Lights, reflectors and signals - RWC checks

Light requirements vary greatly with vehicle type, but as a general rule all vehicles must be fitted with;

Headlights (Lights & Reflectors must be in good condition)  

Turn signal lamps (aka indicators or blinkers)  

All Lights must be in reasonable working order  

All lights must be correctly placed and securely fitted  

All lenses or light covers must be clean and free of damage   

All light covers and lenses need to be of the correct colour (not faded)

Seatbelts need to be present and free of damage or obstructions whilst being secure and structurally sound. All seats, partcularlt the drivers seat, must be in good condition and fitted securely to the vehicle.

Seatbelt webbing must be firmly secured  

Seatbelt must not display any cuts, damage, wear, knots or fraying  

All seats must be secure and structurally sound  

Seats may not have protrusions or jagged edges  

The drivers seat must not have any defect which could impede driving ability  

Seat sliders must be functioning correctly and free of any looseness  

If present head restraint must be secure and in a sound condition  

No seatbelt component can be modified in any way  

The vehicle must drive straight, without wandering or pulling left or right when driving straight ahead. All steering components must be securely and correctly mounted and free from damage or excessive wear, including dust and grease seals. 

Power steering fittings should be free of oil leaks  

Adequate clearance between suspension components and vehicle body  

All joints, pivots and bushes must be in good condition  

Dust and grease seals must be deemed as suitable  

All wheel bearings and mounts need to be in good condition  

Shock absorbers and struts must be securely mounted  

Shock & Struts must not display any sign of leaks  

Tyres and wheels play a crucial role in safety and a vehicles' ability to stop quickly and safely in an emergency situation.

To pass a Roadworthiness Examination your wheels and tyres need to be in good condition and free of any damage or wear which could cause failure of the rims, tyres or wheels or otherwise compromise vehicle safety.

Tyres must display a tread depth of 1.5mm (min) at any point on the tread reasonably expected to contact the road (other than at tyre tread indicators)  

Where tread wear indicators are present, tyres cannot display sufficient wear that such indicators contact the road surface  

Tyres and rims must be of compatible size  

In the case of retreaded tyres, the ID of the retreader must be clearly marked  

Retreaded tyres must display the word "retreaded" in addition to relevant markings as required by the Australian standard  

Wheels, rims and tyres must be free of cracks or any other damage that could cause failure of the tyre, wheel or rim  

The wheels and rims must cannot be out of balance or otherwise damaged, dented or buckled  

You cannot have a "temporary use" spare tyre fitted as a road wheel  

If you have spoke wheels, all spokes must be intact, straight, fitted and laced or tensioned correctly  

When facing straight ahead the wheels and tyres must not project beyond the width of the mudguards  

Tyres & Wheels must not contact any part of the vehicle during any combination of steering or suspension functions

Wheels must be have the correct type and number of studs, nuts (or both where required) and be securely fitted

All windows need to be free of damage and must not be altered to the extent that it hampers safe vehicle operation. Impairment of a drivers vision of the road as a result of significant cracks, chips or scratches may cause the car to fail a roadworthy test.

Minor wear and tear is sometimes deemed acceptable provided the drivers vision is not impacted. Windscreens with tinting included included during manufacture are acceptable. Tinting applied via coatings or tint films post manufacture is unacceptable.

To pass a Certificate of Roadworthiness vehicle windows should;

Be free of any cracks, chips, scratches or damage which compromises driver view or safe operation  

Have no alterations (including tinting) which might impact a drivers ability to see the road and other users at all times  

Have Correctly fitted and properly functioning windscreen wipers  

Include windscreen washer jets which are correctly positioned to effectively keep the windshield clear of rain, dirt or debris  

Not have a windscreen where the primary vision area is tinted to more than 70% (where manufactured after 1971)  

Not have a windshield which has tinting applied as a coat or tint film in the primary vision area 

Roadworthy Certificate Inspections must be performed only by a Licensed Vehicle Tester such Geoff Perry Motors in Ringwood. 

If you want to be able to pass a Roadworthy Examination it helps to understand what the mechanic conducting the vehicle inspection will be considering when deciding if the car is roadworthy or not. Read our RWC checklist...

Roadworthy Inspection Checklist

What you can check to help pass a Certificate of Roadworthiness

Wheel balancing should not be confused with wheel alignment (which refers to the direction all of the wheels face in relationship to each other and to the centre line of the wheel).

On a wheel that is perfectly balanced, every point on the wheel weighs the same, which minimises vibration and “Wheel Wobble”. Thus wheel balancing involves making sure that the distribution of weight is even around the entire circumference of the wheel.

If there is unequal distribution of weight it creates an unequal centrifugal force, manifesting in vibration, which varies with the wheel's rotational speed. If you have ever noticed a vibration through the steering wheel, or perhaps through the entire vehicle, that goes comes and goes at different speeds, you have probably experienced the effects of unbalanced wheels.

Wheels can be unbalanced in two planes; the rotational plane, which causes the wheel to bounce up and down, or the lateral plane, causing the wheel to move from side to side. Depending on the cause of the unequal weight distribution both conditions can usually be corrected by professional wheel balancing by your local Repco Authorised Service centre.

For professional wheel balancing services in Ringwood contact the experts at Geoff Perry Motors without delay...

On a wheel that is perfectly balanced, every point on the wheel weighs the same, which minimises vibration and “Wheel Wobble” ...

Essential Wheel Balancing Services in Ringwood

Brake fluid transfers the pressure you put on the brake pedal through to the actual brakes.
Without the brake fluid your brakes quite simply would not work. As everyone knows - not having brakes is a huge problem! In fact even slightly affected brakes are very dangerous.


Brake fluid absorbs moisture very easily. Brake fluids are also subject to very high temperatures and so they are designed to have a high boiling point to stop them from boiling and evaporating- when brake fluid has accumulated too much moisture- this lowers its boiling point and it can boil off more easily causing low levels. Low levels of brake fluid affect your braking performance and could mean your car will fail to stop.
Brake Fluid that has absorbed too much moisture will also shorten the life of your braking system including damaging the callipers, wheel cylinders and anti-lock braking systems.

Why is brake fluid replacement necessary?

Your manufacturer's log book will advise how regularly your brake fluid should be changed or flushed, we recommend a drain and replacement every two years however it is wise to have it regularly checked by an expert at every service to make sure the levels are not reducing too fast (a sign of a leak) or that the moisture levels have not reached a point that could be damaging your system.

How often should I replace my brake fluid?

At Geoff Perry Motors we offer a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report, upon request, with every full car service which includes a written review of your brake fluid, master cylinder, front and back discs and pads, callipers and cylinders and more. This inspection helps to identify any issues in your vehicle which should be addressed and our mechanics will certainly advise you if they feel your vehicle might need a brake fluid replacement, or an out of schedule brake system service or repairs.

Do you check the brake fluids during a car service?

Without the brake fluid your brakes quite simply would not work.

Brake fluid - what is it and why do I need it? 

When you have a Power Steering Problem you'll probably notice the difference very quickly.

When working correctly, the power steering system is quite remarkable, allowing pretty much anyone to handle an enormous steel machine as it zooms along at high speeds or navigates around tight corners. When there is a problem with the steering system, the story isn't such a happy one...

Steering problems are not just tiresome on the driver, but in certain circumstances it may present a significant safety issue. If your car is making a groaning sound when turning or if you have an odd rattling noise coming from the engine bay, give the friendly team at Geoff Perry Motors a call to help diagnose the problem with the following benefits;

Symptoms of a steering issue include sluggish steering response, leaking hydraulic fluid under the vehicle and difficulty turning the steering wheel. Regular servicing is the best way to prevent problems, but if you notice anything amiss, contact us ASAP to get it checked out. We offer;

Top Quality: As a part of the Repco Authorised Service Centre network all of the work we perform is backed by The Repco Nationwide Warranty, which covers quality Repco parts and labour. and is supported at over 400 Repco Authorised Service Dealers Australia wide.

The Right Parts: We have access to the vast Repco spare parts network which means we can find the right part for your car, at the right price - fast.

Fully Trained: Our mechanics are kept up to date with modern vehicle technology via the National Auto-tech program. We are well versed in diagnostic and service techniques for many different makes and models.

All Services: From a fleet of vehicles to the much-loved family car, we are here for you.

Geoff Perry Motors power steering services include:

For expert Power Steering Services with a Nationwide Warranty and a competitive price, contact us using the form below or use the Call Now button above. We service customers in Ringwood and the surrounding areas.

Geoff Perry Motors know that steering problems are not just tiresome on the driver, but in certain circumstances it may present a significant safety issue.

Power Steering Repairs in Ringwood

When it comes to brakes, you should never wait until brake repairs are necessary.  

Proper testing and routine checkups, such as our 65 Point Vehicle Inspection which we provide with all full car services, are important to ensure your vehicle's brake system is in top condition. Our expert team of technicians will be happy to advise you when they suspect that service or repair of your brake system is indicated to stop it becoming a bigger issue.

Brake services we perform at Geoff Perry Motors include:

Brake Disc/Rotor and Drum Resurfacing or Machining

If you recognise any symptoms that your car's braking system could possibly need service or repairs simply book online with us and have the brakes of your vehicle assessed through our Ringwood workshop today.

When it comes to brakes, you should'nt wait until brake repairs are necessary, get tested regularly.  

Brake and Clutch Service in Ringwood

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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Sunday the 18th of December and reopening on Monday the 9th of January

We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Thursday the 21st of December and reopening on Monday the 8th of January

We advise that we will be closed for the Easter long weekend from Friday 29th of March, reopening Tuesday 2nd of April

Geoff Perry Motors Pty Ltd take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 
		
Conveniently located in Ringwood, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 
		
Geoff Perry Motors Pty Ltd have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

Geoff Perry Motors

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