If you drive for Uber, Bolt, or DiDi, your vehicle inspection isn’t just admin—it’s your income.
Miss an inspection expiry and your app switches off. No warnings. No grace period. No trips.
Here’s the short, clear version of what you need to know to stay compliant and keep driving.

What Inspection Do Rideshare Drivers Need in Queensland?

Most rideshare drivers need a Personalised Transport Vehicle (PTV) Inspection.
This inspection confirms your vehicle is safe to carry paying passengers and covers:

• Brakes, steering, and suspension
• Tyres and wheels
• Lights and electrical systems
• Body condition and structure
• Seatbelts, seats, and interior safety
• Glass, mirrors, and visibility

Some vehicles or platforms may also require a Certificate of Inspection (COI), depending on age and use.
Always check your platform’s current requirements—rules can change.

How Often Do Inspections Expire?

Inspection frequency usually depends on vehicle age:

• Newer vehicles: typically once every 12 months
• Older vehicles: often every 6 months
• After accidents or major repairs: re-inspection required
• Account reactivation: a current inspection may be needed even if the old one hasn’t expired

If your inspection expires, your account is paused until it’s updated.

What Causes Rideshare Vehicles to Fail Inspection?

Most failures are avoidable. Common issues include:

• Worn tyres (below 1.5mm tread)
• Brake wear or warning lights
• Blown or non-working lights
• Seatbelts not retracting properly
• Dashboard warning lights
• Windscreen cracks in the driver’s view
• Windows or doors not operating correctly

Fixing these before inspection saves time and lost earnings.

Why Mobile Rideshare Inspections Make Sense

For drivers, time off the road means money lost.
Mobile inspections:

• Come to your home or preferred location
• Take around an hour
• Avoid workshops, waiting rooms, and drop-offs
• Let you schedule around low-demand driving times

Instead of losing half a day, you stay in control of your schedule.

How to Prepare (Quick Checklist)

Before your inspection:

• Test all lights and indicators
• Check tyres for wear or damage
• Make sure seatbelts work properly
• Clear dashboard warning lights
• Clean the vehicle inside and out

Small fixes done early prevent failed inspections and re-bookings.

Stay Driving, Stay Earning

Rideshare inspections are part of the business. Drivers who plan ahead:

• Track inspection expiry dates
• Book early
• Fix minor issues before inspection

That’s how you avoid downtime and keep income consistent.

ASAP Roadworthys provides mobile rideshare and PTV inspections across the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Ipswich, and the Sunshine Coast. We come to you, work around your schedule, and help you stay compliant without losing earning time.