Do you have a car on your property that doesn’t have a valid warrant of fitness (WOF) or has expired registration (REGO)? You might often wonder, “Can I sell it?” The answer is: yes, you can do so easily. However, there are a few important things you should know first. In this article, we will cover how to sell your car privately or through a car wreckers. Knowing these rules will save you time and stress. 

What Are WOF and Rego in New Zealand?

What does WOF or Rego mean? Here is:

A Warrant of Fitness (WOF) means a frequent inspection of your vehicle that confirms your vehicle is safe to drive in New Zealand.

Vehicle Registration (Rego) means a legal requirement that allows your vehicle to be driven in New Zealand. 

If your car doesn’t have one or both of these, then you’re not legally allowed to drive your vehicle on the road, even for a test drive or to a buyer’s house.

It’s Legal to Sell a Car Without a WOF or Rego

It’s legal to sell your car without a WOF or Registration in New Zealand. However:

• You need proof of ownership of the vehicle, even if the car is unregistered.
• The buyer must be made aware of the vehicle’s status. 
• The buyer is not permitted to drive the vehicle on the road; they must arrange a transport permit or tow it.

Common Challenges of Selling a Car Without WOF/Rego

If you’re privately selling your car without a WOF or Rego, you will face the following challenges:

• Fewer Buyers

Almost every buyer wants a roadworthy car. Selling cars without a WOF or Rego becomes risky and complex due to unknown repair costs. 

• No Test drives 

Without a WOF, you can’t drive your car on the road for test drives, which makes it more challenging to sell it privately.

• Lower Price Offers

Without a WOF, you will receive lower price offers because buyers know they’ll need to spend money to make it legal again. 

• Towing Charges

You will have to arrange or pay towing charges in most cases, especially when the buyer doesn’t have a transportation option.

Why Selling to a Car Wrecker Is the Clever Option?

If you’re car doesn’t have a WOF or Rego, then selling it to a certified car wrecker like National Car Parts is a smart option. Here’s why:

• No Need for Wof or Rego- Wreckers buy a car as is; you don’t need a WOF, rego, or fix it.

• Free Vehicle Pickup- We offer free towing across Auckland; you don’t need to arrange or pay for the transport.

• Instant Payment- We pay immediately using your preferred method, such as cash, bank transfer, or any other way you choose.

• We Handle the Paperwork- We handle the NZTA deregistration process and any forms needed. Selling becomes compliant and straightforward with us.

What Documents Do You Need?

Even without a WOF or Rego, you need to have proof of ownership of the Vehicle. That means you should have:

• A valid photo ID (Driver’s license)
• Car’s registration certificate (if available)
• A signed sale agreement or proof of sale

If you’re selling it, you also need to cancel its registration online. If you’re selling to a wrecker, they will handle it.

Selling Tips for Cars Without WOF or Rego

Here are some essential tips that you should keep in mind when you sell your car:

Be honest- Be honest about the condition of your car and mention the lack of WOF or Rego first to the buyer. 

Take photos- Show the car’s condition clearly to build trust. 

Get Quotes- Don’t settle on the first price; if you’re not satisfied, always contact two to three wreckers to get the best price. 

Avoid fines- Don’t let the buyers test drive without a transport permit.